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National Emergency Alert Test Scheduled Wednesday

By Lucky Kidd   A national emergency alert test is scheduled for Wednesday at 1:20 PM. This will actually be two alerts, one of which is activation of the Emergency Alert System on radio and TV stations and most cable systems. This part of the test, which... Read More.

Allen Samuels Presents the “Raminator” Oct. 13 – 14

By Ad Astra News   HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Are you a fan of big trucks? Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Hutchinson will be showing off the "Raminator" at 30th and Lorraine on Oct. 13 and Oct. 14. Friday, there will be a Preshow, where the... Read More.

$47M in Federal Funds Being Awarded for Two Kansas Rail Projects

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced two short-line railroad companies in Kansas are being awarded a combined $47 million in federal funding for rail improvement projects as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). Watco, based in... Read More.

Chamber Annual Meeting

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce   McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting will be on Wednesday, Nov. 8 from 11:30-1:00 at the McPherson Community Building. The McPherson Chamber of Commerce will be honoring the recipient of the 2023 President's Award, Dan Hervey,... Read More.

Total Tax Collections for September $42M More than Estimate

By the Kansas Office of the Governor   TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that total tax collections for September 2023 were $991.6 million. That is $42.0 million, or 4.4%, more than the estimate. Total tax collections are up $30.6 million, or 3.2%, from... Read More.