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Hutchinson Clinic Addresses Pharmacy Policy Change Affecting Controlled Substance Prescriptions

Friday, May 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic is sending patient letters to inform the community of a recent policy change by Kroger affiliated pharmacies, including Dillons Pharmacy locations, regarding the filling of certain controlled substance prescriptions. Kroger has notified Hutchinson Clinic that its pharmacies will no longer... Read More.

KBI Investigating Officer Involved Shooting Tied to Thursday Night Chase

Friday, May 8

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has been called in to investigate an officer involved shooting Thursday night in Bourbon County involving Crawford County Sheriff's deputies. The KBI said deputies were pursuing a stolen semi-truck fleeing north from Pittsburg, reported to be driving into... Read More.

Kansas Native Convicted in $150 Million Fraud Scheme

Friday, May 8

TOPEKA — The former top executive of a company granted a banking charter by the Kansas Legislature was found guilty Thursday by a federal jury of orchestrating a scheme to funnel more than $150 million to himself through securities fraud, false claims and fabricated... Read More.

Thursday Fire Damages Iola Apartment House

Thursday, May 7

Multiple firefighters responded late this morning to an apartment fire in midtown Iola. Fire units were called to a three-story apartment house at 302 East Street, around 10:45 AM. Iola Radio's Gene Myrick said witnesses reported hearing a loud pop before the fire began. There were... Read More.

McPherson College Announces Expansion Plans for Templeton Hall

Wednesday, May 6

At the 50th anniversary celebration of the Automotive Restoration program at McPherson College, Amanda Gutierrez, vice president for automotive restoration, announced plans to update and expand Templeton Hall, the program's home for the past 50 years. "The next phase of Templeton Hall will allow us... Read More.

All Schools Day Button Hunt Winners Announced, Clues Explained

Wednesday, May 6

A first-time hunter and one of the most successful ones were the winners in the 2026 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunts. Cassandra Slife of McPherson found the medallion Tuesday morning, hidden under a slightly elevated on one end rock next to a... Read More.

Sunflower Summer Program Returns for 2026

Wednesday, May 6

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the return of the popular Sunflower Summer program for the 2026 season, and invited Kansas families to explore the state’s wide variety of attractions. Kansas residents with school-aged children from pre-K through 12th grade... Read More.

Harvey County Judge Appointed to Kansas Supreme Court Task Force

Wednesday, May 6

Harvey County Magistrate Judge Joseph Uhlman has been appointed to the Kansas Supreme Court Task force on Permanency Planning by Chief Justice Eric Rosen. The Task Force is a multi-disciplinary committee that advises the court on ways to improve the care of Children... Read More.

Tom and Kathy Brown Named to CCCK Academe of Achievers

Wednesday, May 6

During last weekend's Commencement at Central Christian College of Kansas, Tom and Kathy Brown of McPherson were inducted in the college's Academe of Achievers, which honors individuals whose lives reflect extraordinary leadership, service and faith. Tom Brown served in the US Marine Corps... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health’s Tara Williams Honored with Statewide Excellence in Service Award

Tuesday, May 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health is proud to recognize Tara Williams, Executive Assistant to the Chief of Provider & Clinic Operations, for receiving the prestigious Excellence in Service Award from the Kansas Association of Medical Staff Services. Williams was selected as the award... Read More.

Three Hutchinson Community College Students Earn Top Ambassador Honors for 2025–2026

Tuesday, May 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College has announced that Camryn Goertz, Valerie Weninger, and Elleson Yost have been selected as the 2025–2026 Wes Christopher Ambassadors of the Year. Camryn Goertz is a graduate of Buhler High School. In addition to serving as an Ambassador, she... Read More.

McPherson College Names Dr. Michael Stichter as Founding Director and Chair of Engineering

Tuesday, May 5

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College has named Dr. Michael Stichter, founding director and chair of engineering, a key milestone as the college prepares to launch its new engineering degree this fall. An alumnus of the college's automotive restoration program and an experienced professional engineer, Stichter... Read More.