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EARP Activated in Hutchinson and McPherson

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Due to extremely slick road conditions and large number of resulting accidents, the Emergency Accident Reporting Plan has been activated in Hutchinson and McPherson.In Hutchinson, If you are involved in an accident, there are no injuries, and alcohol, drugs or reckless driving... Read More.

Fatal Wreck Early Saturday on I-135 Near Lindsborg

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Four people were killed and one injured in a two vehicle head-on crash early Saturday morning on I-135 just south of the McPherson-Saline County line.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Jacob Aich, 36, of Hutchinson... Read More.

Ice Storm Warning: Protect Your Internet Service and Stay Safe

Saturday, January 4

By IdeaTek BUHLER, Kan. — With a severe snow and ice storm predicted to hit our area starting Saturday, Jan. 4 through Sunday, Jan. 5, IdeaTek urges customers to take precautions to ensure their internet service remains uninterrupted and, most importantly, to stay safe.Ice and... Read More.

Free Dental Clinic Coming to Hutchinson Jan. 17-18, Volunteers Needed

Thursday, January 2

By the Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Dental Charitable Foundation will be holding its 24th Kansas Mission of Mercy Dental project January 17-18 in Hutchinson, KS at the Kansas State Fairgrounds Meadowlark Building."The KMOM project is a free dental clinic where... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Total Elimination of Food Sales Tax

Thursday, January 2

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday announced that in 2025, Kansans are projected to save $156 million due to the reduction in the state sales tax rate from 2% to zero and the “Axe the... Read More.

Evergy Prepares as First Winter Storm of 2025 Predicted

Thursday, January 2

Cold weather, snow expected to affect service area By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is preparing for the first potential cold snap and winter storm of the new year that could impact our service area.Evergy power plants are available to meet customers’ needs through... Read More.

Kansas Health Officials Provide Update on Avian Flu That Public Risk Remains Low

Thursday, January 2

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment While the risk to the general public still remains very low, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is reminding Kansans to practice caution around wild birds and backyard poultry amid increasing reports of highly pathogenic... Read More.

KHP Reports 245 Motorists Assisted, 1 Non-DUI Related Fatal Crash Over New Year’s Holiday

Thursday, January 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol 2025-01 Patrol shared the New Year’s Holiday Activity reports. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025.On Dec. 31, 2024, at 4:00 a.m., Kansas Highway... Read More.

Day of Mourning Declared for Jan. 9, 2025 to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter

Thursday, January 2

An Executive Order 24-05 declaring Thursday, Jan. 9. 2025, as a Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter was signed on Tuesday by Governor Laura Kelly. State of Kansas offices will be closed as a result of the order. This... Read More.

Wreaths Across America Offering 1 For 1 Match on Sponsored Wreaths through Jan. 17 for 2025 Event at Laurel Cemetery & Haven (Priest) Cemetery

Tuesday, December 31

Volunteers help to Remember, Honor, Teach about our community’s heroes By Jake Feil HAVEN, Kan. — Local Wreaths Across America volunteers are working hard to ensure that all veterans laid to rest at both Laurel Cemetery and Haven (Priest) Cemetery are honored this December as part... Read More.

ReUse It Center Surpasses 2024 Donation Goal, Donating Over $80K

Tuesday, December 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to go over its goal of $51,000 and donated a total of $80,750 in 2024. ReUse It Center Store Manager Shulah Neff shared that it wouldn’t have been possible without the center’s volunteers and its... Read More.

Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick Retiring After 36 Years of Dedicated Service

Tuesday, December 31

By Reno County, Kansas RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire on January 13, 2025, after 36 years with the 27th Judicial District serving the people of Reno County and the state of Kansas.A retirement reception will be held to celebrate... Read More.