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Three Vehicles Destroyed in Fire at Terra Nova Apartments in McPherson

Tuesday, June 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — Three vehicles were destroyed in a fire this morning at the Terra Nova Apartments on Genesis Drive, off Avenue A south of the McPherson Cemetery. McPherson Fire and Police units and the McPherson County Sheriff's Office were called out at 9:38 AM,... Read More.

Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education Discusses Cell Phone Policy

Tuesday, June 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 23, 2025) - At the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education meeting on Tuesday evening, the board discussed a proposed cell phone policy, which would be included in the student handbook if adopted. For elementary schools, the policy would remain unchanged:... Read More.

Buy One Gate Ticket for $10, Get One Free 10 AM-10 PM June 24th

Tuesday, June 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is offering a Buy One for $10 Get One Free Gate Admission Ticket Deal today, June 24 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. HOW IT WORKS: Go to the Kansas State Fair Etix site today between 10am-10pm. ... Read More.

Heavy Rainfall and Flash Floods Hit Central and Southwest Kansas

Tuesday, June 24

Another round of torrential rainfall moved through portions of central and southwest Kansas Monday evening into early this morning. The heaviest rain reports came from northwest Pawnee and eastern Hodgeman counties, and in an area from Hutchinson to Inman. These rains prompted flash flood... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Monday, June 23

TOPEKA, Kan. (June 23, 2025) – Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday seven appointments to the following state committee, authority, cabinet, and board. Kansas Advisory Committee for the Blind and Visually Impaired Purpose: To provide advice and counsel to the secretary of the Kansas Department for Aging... Read More.

The Historic Fox Theatre Announces Opening Act for 2025–2026 Live Season

Monday, June 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 23, 2025) — The Historic Fox Theatre is thrilled to reveal the opening act of its highly anticipated 2025–2026 Live Season: Home Free – The Jukebox Tour will kick off the Fox’s 94th season of entertainment on October 19, 2025. Known for... Read More.

McPherson County Public Works Conducting In-House Study on Old US 81 and Arrowhead Road Intersection

Monday, June 23

McPherson County Commission Meeting Highlights 6/23/25 McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works is conducting an in-house study of the intersection of Old US 81 and Arrowhead Road, where two people were killed in a crash earlier this month. Public Works Director David Bohnenblust... Read More.

City of McPherson Installing a New Phone System

Monday, June 23

McPHERSON, Kan. (June 20th, 2025) — The City of McPherson will be installing a new phone system over a two-day period Tuesday and Wednesday, June 24 & 25, 2025. During this time, City facilities are expecting intermittent outages as the phones are installed across... Read More.

Evergy Offers Ways to Save Energy and Money with New Kansas Energy Efficiency Programs during the Extreme Summer Heat

Monday, June 23

KANSAS CITY, MO. — Summer is here, and so are hot temperatures. Evergy customers use the most electricity during the summer months as air conditioners work to keep up with the hot weather. Not only are there small things customers can do to have a... Read More.

The Fox Theatre Rolls Out the Red Carpet for the 2025-2026 Live Season Announcement!

Monday, June 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready for lights, laughter, and a whole lot of live entertainment! Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre invites YOU to a spectacular unveiling of its 2025–2026 Live Season Announcement on Tuesday, July 1st. The stage is set at the Fox Theatre for... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Sundowner, Inc., Saline County

Monday, June 23

SALINE COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Sundowner, Inc. public water supply system located in Saline County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure due to maintenance. Failure... Read More.

Iconic I-135 Chimney Sweep Statue to be Repaired

Sunday, June 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — There may yet be life for the iconic Chimney Sweep statue that was blown over Tuesday during severe storms in the McPherson area. On Saturday, a group of volunteers joined the statue's owner, Chimney and Stone Specialists, to remove the structure... Read More.