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Salina Rescue Mission Announces $50,000 Matching Challenge in June

Friday, June 13

SALINA, Kan. — Homelessness is rising nationally, with an 18% increase over the past year due to escalating housing costs and inflation according to the Salina Rescue Mission. This trend is evident in Salina, where the Salina Rescue Mission witnesses its effects daily.In 2024,... Read More.

Upcoming Traffic Signal Changes at 4th & Avenue A on Washington

Thursday, June 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Beginning June 16, 2025, the City of Hutchinson will begin the phased removal of two traffic signals located at 4th Avenue & Washington Street and Avenue A & Washington Street. As the first step, signal heads will be covered (bagged) to... Read More.

Statements Issued from SCKAAA and Everfull on Contract Termination

Thursday, June 12

The South Central Kansas Area Agency on Aging released a statement Thursday afternoon involving the termination of contracts with Everfull to provide senior nutrition services in the ten-county area it serves.Executive Director Jodi Whitmore said the decision to terminate the Everfull contract... Read More.

Senior Farmers Market Vouchers will be Available in Garnett

Thursday, June 12

GARNETT, Kan. — While there will likely not be a Senior Farmers Market Voucher program in Kansas this year, there will be one in Anderson County thanks to local support.Thanks to efforts of the Garnett Chamber of Commerce and generous support of the Anderson... Read More.

Pawnee County Sheriff’s Office Introduces New K9 Officer

Thursday, June 12

PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — A new K9 officer has been selected for the Pawnee County Sheriff's Office.Argo is a 13-month-old male Belgian Malinois, born in the Czech Republic, and has been stateside for the past several months for initial training.Argo will be partnered with... Read More.

Hutchinson Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Crash Near Stafford

Thursday, June 12

STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — A Hutchinson woman was injured in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday evening northeast of Stafford.According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a vehicle driven by Brittany Hayden was westbound on Northeast 40th Street when she failed to yield at Northeast 120th Avenue... Read More.

McPherson Family YMCA to Become Part of Greater Wichita YMCA Association

Thursday, June 12

WICHITA, Kan. — The McPherson Family YMCA and the Greater Wichita YMCA Boards of Directors have agreed to bring the two associations together under the same umbrella. With this collaboration, the Y will be able to expand its mission impact and serve more youth... Read More.

Everfull to Cease Meal Services in Ten Kansas Counties Effective July 1

Thursday, June 12

Everfull, a Hutchinson based organization that operates Friendship Meals programs in 13 counties in south central Kansas and Meals on Wheels in most, has announced it will end services in ten counties effective July 1, including Kingman, McPherson, Reno and Rice.The South Central Kansas... Read More.

Bethany College Announces New Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement

Wednesday, June 11

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is proud to announce the appointment of Christie Denniston as Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement. She will officially begin her position at Bethany College on July 21. Denniston brings more than three decades of experience in marketing,... Read More.

Retiring Salina Superintendent Linn Exline to Lead Kansas Wesleyans Teacher Education Department

Wednesday, June 11

SALINA, Kan. — Retiring Salina USD 305 Superintendent Linn Exline will continue in an education role, as she was named this week the new head of Kansas Wesleyan University's Teacher Education Department.KWU President Dr. Mark Thompson said in announcing her new appointment few people... Read More.

Area Senior Living and Care Organizations Announce Affiliation Plans

Wednesday, June 11

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Two area senior living and care organizations – Bluestem Communities, headquartered in North Newton, and The Cedars in McPherson – have announced an affiliation that will strengthen non-profit senior services opportunities in south central Kansas.  The Cedars, a life plan community... Read More.

Master Gardeners to Offer Substitute for Senior Voucher Program

Wednesday, June 11

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — While there will likely not be a Kansas Farmers Market Nutrition Program voucher distribution this summer, McPherson County's Master Gardeners and Friends are stepping up to fill the void.That group is making available punch cards that can be used at... Read More.