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Kansas Governor Candidate Cindy Holscher Objects to Alleged Pressure Campaign by Kelly’s Staff

Saturday, August 2

Governor’s chief of staff says Holscher misrepresents political discussions TOPEKA — State Sen. Cindy Holscher expressed frustration Friday with behind-the-scene involvement of Gov. Laura Kelly’s staff in attempting to influence who launched a campaign for the Kansas Democratic Party’s nomination for governor in 2026.Holscher,... Read More.

USD 418 Issues Statement on Roundhouse Floor Damage

Saturday, August 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — In the wake of a Wichita TV station interview regarding the flood damage to the floor of the McPherson High School Roundhouse after a heavy rain event June 17th, USD 418 released a statement late Friday afternoon.The statement said the district... Read More.

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

Friday, August 1

(Aug. 1, 2025) — Light northeast to east winds is bringing Canadian wildfire smoke into the state, particularly central and eastern Kansas. These conditions are likely to persist today and tomorrow. The Air Quality Index (AQI) will likely range from Moderate to Unhealthy at... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for the City of Stafford

Thursday, July 31

STAFFORD, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Stafford public water supply system located in Stafford County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure due to a technical... Read More.

Join Larned’s Moonlight Madness for Festivities and a Mrs. Doubtfire Contest

Thursday, July 31

LARNED, Kan. — Make it over to downtown Larned for Moonlight Madness on Friday, August 1, 2025. The night will kick off with shopping, food trucks, a car show, music, train rides, and more from 6-8 p.m.Dress up like Mrs. Doubtfire for a chance to... Read More.

Five Teens in Custody Following Shooting at Newton Apartment Complex Wednesday Night

Thursday, July 31

NEWTON, Kan. — Five teens are in custody after a shooting incident Wednesday evening at a Newton apartment complex.Newton Police this morning said this morning one of the teens arrested was the person who was shot. They were taken into custody after being released... Read More.

Dondlinger Construction of Wichita Makes Gift to McPherson College

Thursday, July 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — During a ribbon-cutting and car-unveiling ceremony on July 24, Dondlinger Construction of Wichita presented McPherson College with a $125,000 gift to support student activities and programs. The company served as the general contractor for the Campus Commons — a 55,000-square-foot hub... Read More.

Salina Rescue Mission Needs List from August 1st – 31st, 2025

Thursday, July 31

SALINA, Kan. (July 31, 2025) — The Salina Rescue Mission is requesting monthly donations for select items this month. Items Needed for August:Deodorant Kleenex ShampooDonations may be delivered seven days a week between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. to the Mission located at... Read More.

Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Wednesday, July 30

ERIE, Kan. — A rural Erie man who is a registered sex offender has been arrested for child sex crimes.Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents and Neosho County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 42-year-old Peter Hawkinson Wednesday morning after a search warrant was executed at a location... Read More.

Update on 2025 Asphalt Resurfacing Project

Wednesday, July 30

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Venture Corporation is amid working on the 2025 Asphalt Resurfacing Street Project. The streets to be worked on include 19th Street from Washington to Morton, Morton from 19th to 21st Street, 24th Street from Harrison to Washington, Broadway from Patton... Read More.

Baking It Forward: Russell Kern Honored for Youth Leadership

Wednesday, July 30

Russell Kern, a nine-year 4-H member from Chase, Kansas, is the recipient of the Home Baking Association’s 2025 Bake to Give: Maddie Kruse Youth Award. Kern’s leadership, generosity and enthusiasm for teaching others through baking are inspiring. Kern is a Kansas 4-H member who... Read More.

Rice County Highlighted in ‘Treasurer’s Top Ten’ List of Businesses and People with Unclaimed Property

Wednesday, July 30

RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson visited Lyons on Wednesday, July 30 for the Unclaimed Property Campaign and shared a "Treasurer's Top Ten" list of businesses and people in Rice County with unclaimed funds. Treasurer's Top Ten Businesses: Rice CountyGood Samaritan... Read More.