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Salina City Manager Finalists Named

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has announced its City Manager finalists. Following a nationwide search led by Government Professional Solutions, the three City Manager finalists are Darrin Tangeman of Orleans, Massachusetts; Michael Tremblay of Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and Jacob Wood... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of LaCygne

Tuesday, August 5

LINN COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of LaCygne public water supply system located in Linn County. The advisory was issued because of a mechanical malfunction in the treatment plant... Read More.

Lyons City Council Authorizes City Administrator to Contract with Temp Agency, Council Receives 2024 Financial Audit Report

Tuesday, August 5

Highlights from Lyons City Council Meeting 8/4/2025 LYONS, Kan. — Following an executive session, the Lyons City Council Monday night authorized City Administrator Troy Houtman to contract with a temp agency to provide assistance in the Administration Department. That department has seen a number of... Read More.

Resurfacing on U.S. 75 in Coffey County to begin Aug. 25

Tuesday, August 5

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) resurfacing project on U.S. 75 in Coffey County will start the week of Aug. 25, conditions permitting.The project will chip seal from the north junction with K-58 to Burlington. This project will refresh the surface of the highway... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Publication of 2026 Budget

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners approved the publication of the city's 2026 budget at Tuesday's meeting. That budget will leave the city's property tax levy at the 53.238 mills as for 2025 but will exceed the revenue neutral rate by a little over... Read More.

Heather Neuhofel Named First-Ever Site Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salina

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is thrilled to announce Heather Neuhofel as the inaugural Site Director of the brand-new Boys & Girls Club of Salina. With more than a decade of experience in youth development, Heather steps into a... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Approve New 911 Voice Recording System

Tuesday, August 5

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners this morning approved the purchase of a new voice recording system for 911 dispatch, opting to go with the premier partner package offered by Equiture, which carries a cost over five years of just over $49,800. This... Read More.

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Tuesday, August 5

(August 2, 2025) — Nex-Tech Wireless has entered into an agreement with US Cellular to acquire additional spectrum space in the 700 MHz band, which will enable Nex-Tech to increase network capacity in central Kansas. Nex-Tech WirelessCEO Jon Lightle said the additional spectrum will... Read More.

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Tuesday, August 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A child walking into a school for the first time or transitioning to secondary education can experience a wide range of emotions, which can be overwhelming for both them and their parents.Jessica Lane, associate professor of counseling in Kansas State University's... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves New Flock Camera, Hears Update on Next Community Cleanup Day August 9th

Tuesday, August 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved renewal of the subscription for the two Flock Cameras they now have and purchase of a third camera. Director of Public Safety Terry Reed said the cameras, which read and record license tag information, have... Read More.

McPherson Chamber of Commerce Highlights L&L Advisors

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — L&L Advisors, an independent financial services firm with offices in Salina and McPherson, continues to make an impact through personalized insurance, wealth management, and retirement planning solutions. Located conveniently at 224 S. Main Street in McPherson, the firm prides itself on... Read More.

State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends July 2025 with total tax collections at $670.2 million. That is $21.2 million, or 3.3%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.5% from July 2024. “While this month’s tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.