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McPherson College Exceeds Double Match Challenge, Establishing Largest Future Endowment in U.S. for a Small Liberal Arts College

Friday, July 21

By McPherson College MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College in Kansas announced today that it has met the match on its historic $500 million endowment double match challenge. Additionally, the anonymous donor surprised the college community by committing an additional $500 million estate gift for a... Read More.

Freddy’s “Custard With Cops”

Friday, July 21

KANSAS - On July 26, eight Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers locations including McPherson, Hutchinson, and Newton will be participating in "Custard with Cops," an event from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., where 15 percent of the sales made that day will go towards... Read More.

Moundridge Community Foundation Announces Grant Recipients

Friday, July 21

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation, which is an affiliate of the McPherson County Community Foundation has announced their grant recipients for 2023. They are the Moundridge Recreation Commission, Cradles to Crayons, and the Swiss Mennonite Cultural & Historical Association.Each year the MCF... Read More.

Bethany College Awarded $15,000 Grant to Enhance Vocational Reflection and Exploration for Students

Thursday, July 20

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN. — Bethany College is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious Professional Development Grant from the Council of Independent College's Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education (NetVUE) for $15,000. This grant will support a year-long initiative... Read More.

RENO County EMS Deputy Chief David Trotter to Retire

Thursday, July 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County EMS announced the retirement of their Deputy Chief David Trotter of 44 years. His last day will be July 29, 2023."His steadfast commitment, exceptional leadership, and endless dedication have left a permanent mark on the organization and the lives... Read More.

Great Bend High School Named 2023 All-Star School

Thursday, July 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Kansas Board of Regents recently published the list of 2023 All-Star High Schools, which included Great Bend High School. The “All-Star” designation is the culmination of numerous programs implemented by GBHS staff in the area of college and career... Read More.

City Approves Three of Six Applications Seeking ARPA Funds

Wednesday, July 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three of six applications seeking ARPA funding for housing projects will receive funding approved by the Hutchinson City Council July 19. The city had requests for just under 720 thousand dollars in funding, and since only 591 thousand was available a... Read More.

County Commissioners Extend Moratorium on Residential Subdivision Applications

Wednesday, July 19

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission has extended through at least next January 8th a moratorium on residential subdivision applications. This continues a moratorium imposed in June, 2022 that directed the county's planning and zoning administrator to not accept or process applications for residential... Read More.

McPherson Commissioners Approve Moratorium on Health Insurance

Wednesday, July 19

MCPHERSON, Kan. - On July 18, The McPherson City Commission approved a moratorium on health insurance premium payments for the month of September. Under City policy when the amount in the city's health insurance reserve exceeds a certain level health insurance premium charges can be... Read More.

4th Annual Bridgebuilder’s Barbecue

Wednesday, July 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On July 27, for the fourth year in a row, there will be a barbecue event called the Bridgebuilder’s BBQ, a joint effort between the NAACP Youth and Hutchinson Police Department.Heather Jobe, NAACP Youth Advisor said the BBQ was created after... Read More.

Capper Project Dedication Set for July 24

Wednesday, July 19

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Hutchinson, Kan — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, along with the Kansas State Fair set the date for the dedication of the Capper Project for Monday, July 24, 2023 at 3 PM at the House of Capper on the Kansas State... Read More.

McPherson Public Schools Offering New Virtual Program

Wednesday, July 19

By McPherson Public Schools McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Public Schools has announced a new endeavor to better serve local students. Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, McPherson Public Schools is offering a virtual program for select 9th-12th grade students.This program will provide a unique, local... Read More.