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Kansas Department of Health and Environment Announces End of Measles Outbreak in Southwest Kansas

Thursday, August 21

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) today announced that the measles outbreak affecting southwest Kansas has officially ended. Two full incubation periods, for a total of 42 days, have passed since the last confirmed case was reported. As there is not an... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Cheney State Park Marina, Reno County

Thursday, August 21

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Cheney State Park Marina public water supply system located in Reno County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure. Failure to... Read More.

Senator Marshall Hosts Roundtable Focused on Law Enforcement Officers’ Mental Health

Thursday, August 21

WICHITA, Kan. — On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) hosted a roundtable in Wichita with law enforcement officers, first responders, and mental health professionals to explore ways all agencies can work together to address the mental health needs of all first responders.... Read More.

McPherson College Offers New Degree in Exercise Science

Thursday, August 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission recently approved McPherson College to offer a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science starting in August 2026. The degree further diversifies the college’s academic offerings and builds on the existing strengths in the health science and sports... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Basement Electrical Fire

Thursday, August 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire Crews responded to 20 West Campbell Street for a structure fire this morning at 9:43 a.m. Upon arrival, crews found light smoke showing from a small residential structure. Crews made entry into the home and found a smoldering electrical... Read More.

Sturgeon Plumbing and Air Conditioning Receive Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber Small Business of the Month Award

Wednesday, August 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber is pleased to present the August Small Business of the Month Award to Sturgeon Plumbing and Air Conditioning.Ron Sturgeon began his career at Stevens, Inc., where he worked for 16 years. But the day after his youngest... Read More.

Floodplain Mapping Appeal Process Underway for Allen, Neosho Counties

Wednesday, August 20

Appeal periods are now open with the Kansas Department of Agriculture's Division of Water Resources on proposed floodplain maps for Allen and Neosho counties. The Allen County map was released for public review in November 2023 with the Neosho County Map released in August... Read More.

Chanute Police Arrest Two Men in Separate Cases

Wednesday, August 20

CHANUTE, Kan. — Chanute Police made two arrests Tuesday in separate cases, each involving multiple chargesOne of the arrests was the result of an investigation into child sex crimes launched in March. 21-year-old Dakota Pearson of Chanute was taken into custody on suspicion of... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Transition of Smallville Festival to Original Founder

Wednesday, August 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Since 2015, Hutchinson Recreation Commission (Hutch Rec) has organized and hosted the annual Smallville Festival, an event that celebrates Hutchinson as Smallville, Kansas from the Superman comic books.Hutch Rec assumed leadership of the festival at the request of its founding members,... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Toronto

Wednesday, August 20

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Toronto public water supply system located in Woodson County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute prior... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Countryside Estates MHP, Hays KS, LLC, Ellis County

Wednesday, August 20

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Countryside Estates MHP, Hays KS public water supply system located in Ellis County.This advisory does not affect customers who receive water from the City of Hays or the... Read More.

GBHS to Host “Think Before You Post” – The Power of Social Media Tour with Chet Kuplen

Wednesday, August 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Parents and guardians of USD 428 students in grades 6–12 are invited to an important and eye-opening presentation at Great Bend High School Auditorium, 2027 Morton Street, on Thursday, August 21, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. The program, “Think Before... Read More.