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UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Wichita Man

Friday, February 20

WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that Joseph Hanby has been located safe. The Statewide Silver Alert is now canceled. WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issue a statewide... Read More.

Food Bank of Reno County to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Facility on March 12

Friday, February 20

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Food Bank of Reno County will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new facility at 921 E. 4th Street on Thursday, March 12, marking a major milestone made possible by the successful Nourishing Our Future capital campaign and strong community partnerships. The... Read More.

Heartland Credit Union and Faris Elementary Launch Snack & Succeed

Thursday, February 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Faris Elementary School is proud to announce the launch of Snack & Succeed, an initiative designed to combat student hunger, strengthen academic success, and promote leadership among students. The program officially opened with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 19,... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Swiftly Controls Fire in the 6700 Block of E. 43rd Ave.

Thursday, February 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - February 18, 2026 — Today, the Hutchinson Fire Department promptly responded to an emergency call regarding a fire in the 6700 block of E. 43rd Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a 50-by-30-foot shop with heavy, dark smoke showing from the eaves. The... Read More.

KDHE Monitoring Air Quality After Recent Wildland Fires Across Kansas

Thursday, February 19

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to monitor air quality across the state due to the recent wildland fires in western Kansas that began on Feb. 17, due to high winds and dry conditions. Updates will be provided as... Read More.

HutchCC Joins Kansas Air National Guard Partnership to Strengthen Cybersecurity Workforce

Wednesday, February 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community College is proud to join fellow Kansas community colleges and the Kansas Air National Guard (KSANG) in a new collaborative effort aimed at strengthening the state and nation’s cybersecurity workforce. Recently highlighted by U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, the partnership creates... Read More.

Larry Hatteberg to Open 2026 Dillon Lecture Series

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Dillon Lecture Series (DLS) is proud to announce its first speaker of the 2026 season: legendary award-winning Kansas journalist, Larry Hatteberg. During a 51-year career centered on telling people’s stories, Hatteberg became a defining voice in Kansas local television. His “Hatteberg’s... Read More.

Stafford County and Lightsource bp Partner to Fund New Childcare Facility in Macksville

Tuesday, February 17

STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Stafford County Economic Development (SCED) today announced an exciting new community initiative in partnership with Lightsource bp, a global energy developer currently advancing a solar project in Stafford County. Lightsource bp has donated over $230,000 to SCED to support the construction... Read More.

Food Bank of Reno County Exceeds Capital Campaign Goal, Opens New Facility

Tuesday, February 17

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Thanks to overwhelming community generosity, the Food Bank of Reno County has raised $1,115,900 through its Nourishing Our Future capital campaign, exceeding its goal and securing a strong foundation for the organization’s future. The campaign’s success supports the completion of the Food Bank’s... Read More.

National Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — February 17, 2026 — National Modular MFG LLC, with operations in Haven, Kansas, and Providence, North Carolina, has signed a long-term lease to double the size of its Kansas operations. The expansion includes a 57,600-square-foot facility located in the Kansas Enterprise... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Hosts The Leader’s Lunchroom: March Session

Tuesday, February 17

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Move Your Mountain Coaching and Consultation, invites community members to attend the March session of The Leader’s Lunchroom, a monthly leadership series designed to spark growth, connection, and courageous action. The March gathering will take... Read More.

KDOT Bridge Replacement Project in Rice County Begins This Month

Monday, February 16

RICE COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a bridge replacement project on K-4 over Plum Creek east of Bushton in Rice County on Monday, Feb. 23, conditions permitting. Initial work will consist of constructing a temporary road around the bridge... Read More.