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ACC Jazz Band Has Upcoming Performances

Friday, April 24

In addition to this evening's performance for the dedication of the marquee at the Iola Theatre, Allen Community College's Jazz band has several other perfomances coming up over the next couple of weeks. Friday, May 1st the Jazz Band will play at the... Read More.

Final USD 418 Superintendent Candidate Named

Friday, April 24

Bill Biermann is the final candidate for McPherson USD 418 Superintendent of Schools. Biermann will be taking part in a meet and greet this afternoon from 4-5 PM at the Central Office prior to his interview with the Board of Education this evening. Biermann... Read More.

Two Men Injured in Thursday Afternoon Plane Crash North of Chanute

Thursday, April 23

Two men were injured just before 5 PM Thursday when their plane crashed north of Chanute. The Kansas Highway Patrol said the plane lost engine function southwest of Chanute and tried to land at Martin Johnson Airport. Due to cloud cover they missed... Read More.

KDHE Lifts Boil Advisory for Bourbon County RWD 2C, Continues for Uniontown

Thursday, April 23

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has lifted the Boil Water Advisory for customers of Bourbon County Rural Water District 2C, however the advisory is continuing for now for the City of Uniontown, which gets water from the District. The advisory was... Read More.

ACC Celebrating National Apprenticeship Week

Thursday, April 23

IOLA, Kan. — In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, April 26–May 2, Allen Community College will host “Drive Your Future: Career Exploration Day” on Thursday, April 30, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The event will take place in the college gym and... Read More.

CHC/SEK Names Infectious Disease Program Director

Thursday, April 23

PITTSBURG, Kan.—The Community Health Center of Southeast Kansas (CHC/SEK) is pleased to announce the promotion of Taylor Panczer to Infectious Disease Program Director. Panczer holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Science from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and a Master of Public Health with... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital to Host Brain Health Day

Wednesday, April 22

Lindsborg Community Hospital, in partnership with the University of Kansas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, will host a Brain Health Day on Wednesday, May 6, offering free memory screenings to the community. The event is designed to raise awareness about cognitive health and provide individuals... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Allen County Commission Hears First 2027 Budget Proposals

Tuesday, April 21

Allen County Commissioners received their first two 2027 budget proposals Tuesday. Public Works Director Mitch Garner said the budgets for the airport and solid waste include a five percent cost of living adjustment. For the Landfill he is proposing to hire two additional... Read More.

McPherson Student Wins State Arbor Day Poster Contest

Tuesday, April 21

For the second year in a row a student at Eisenhower Elementary School in McPherson has won the Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest. 5th Grader Isabel Perry was honored during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting as it adopted the annual Arbor Day proclamation. ... Read More.