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Walk Kansas and KANcycle Partner to Offer Free Bike Rides for Participants

Friday, March 14

SALINA, Kan. — Walk Kansas participants have an exciting new way to stay active this year! KANcycle, the regional bike-sharing program operated by OCCK Transportation, is partnering with Walk Kansas to offer free bike rides throughout the eight-week Walk Kansas program. This partnership encourages participants... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Appoints Michelle Huddle as CEO | Announces Leadership Team

Thursday, March 13

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) Board of Directors has named Michelle Huddle as the incoming President/CEO, succeeding Becky Goss, who will retire on December 31, 2025. “The board is pleased to name Michelle as Becky’s successor. She has demonstrated... Read More.

Nitrate Levels Continue to Exceed Allowable Limits in Rural Water District 101

Thursday, March 13

RENO COUNTY, Kan. (March 13, 2025 – Revised from December 10, 2024) — Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on March 3, 2024. The... Read More.

Moran Man Struck, Killed After Crash on US 54

Thursday, March 13

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Moran man died Wednesday night after he was struck along US 54 after a crash a few minutes before in far eastern Allen County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol Scott Welch was eastbound on 54 about two miles east of... Read More.

Life Without Parole for Pawnee County Sex Offender

Wednesday, March 12

LARNED, Kan. — A former Larned and Scott City man was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for sex crimes against a then eight-year-old girl at a residence in Garfield in May 2013. On a motion by Pawnee County Attorney... Read More.

Sterling College to Host Ribbon Cutting for New C.S. Lewis Center on March 24

Wednesday, March 12

STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College is pleased to announce the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the C.S. Lewis Center, a new hub for literary exploration, spiritual engagement, and scholarly study dedicated to the works and legacy of C.S. Lewis. The ceremony will take place on... Read More.

USD 308 Debuts Activity Buses Wrapped in School Spirit

Tuesday, March 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In an exciting new initiative to enhance school spirit and community engagement, the Hutchinson Public Schools District unveiled one of two wrapped activity school buses at Monday night’s Board of Education meeting. The buses, designed by 308 students and expertly executed... Read More.

Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station Celebrates 40 Years of Nuclear Energy, Providing Reliable Power

Tuesday, March 11

Plant will continue to operate at least 20 more years BURLINGTON, Kan. — Today, Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station celebrates 40 years of providing reliable energy to Kansas and the region. The plant, which received its original operating license on March 11, 1985, will continue operations... Read More.

McPherson College Recognizes Employees for Years of Service

Monday, March 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson College community celebrated 18 employees and trustees for their years of service with a reception, dinner, and awards program at the McPherson Community Building on March 6, 2025. The annual recognition night celebrated the work of faculty, staff, and... Read More.

Four Escape Early Hutchinson House Fire

Monday, March 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) crews were dispatched to a house fire reported at 547 E. 1st St., Hutchinson Monday morning at 4:20 a.m. According to HFD Chief Steven Beer, crews found heavy smoke pushing from the attic upon arriving at the two-story... Read More.

Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller at the Nex-Tech Grandstand

Monday, March 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is excited to announce Josiah Queen performing with Ben Fuller in an evening of heartfelt music, faith, and inspiration at the Nex-Tech Grandstand at the 2025 Kansas State Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Josiah... Read More.

Second Inmate Death in a Week at Hutchinson Correctional Facility

Friday, March 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the second time this week, an inmate at Hutchinson Correctional Facility has died. The Kansas Department of Corrections said Friday Devon Malechi Stutesman, 24, died Monday at an area hospital where he had been taken after being found unresponsive in... Read More.

Walk Kansas and KANcycle Partner to Offer Free Bike Rides for Participants

McPherson County Community Foundation Appoints Michelle Huddle as CEO | Announces Leadership Team

Nitrate Levels Continue to Exceed Allowable Limits in Rural Water District 101

Moran Man Struck, Killed After Crash on US 54

Life Without Parole for Pawnee County Sex Offender

Sterling College to Host Ribbon Cutting for New C.S. Lewis Center on March 24

USD 308 Debuts Activity Buses Wrapped in School Spirit

Wolf Creek Nuclear Generating Station Celebrates 40 Years of Nuclear Energy, Providing Reliable Power

McPherson College Recognizes Employees for Years of Service

Four Escape Early Hutchinson House Fire

Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller at the Nex-Tech Grandstand

Second Inmate Death in a Week at Hutchinson Correctional Facility

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