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Kansas Businesses, Entrepreneurs Honored at 2026 To The Stars Event

Friday, October 9

TOPEKA – Leading businesses and entrepreneurs from across the state were honored Thursday night for their outstanding contributions to their Kansas communities and the state economy during the Kansas Department of Commerce’s 2026 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony. The annual event, which... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Joins Companies to Highlight Manufacturing Month

Friday, October 9

Key economic engines, local manufacturers tackling challenges GREAT BEND, KS — Great Bend sits at the crossroads of America, making it the ideal location for the many manufacturing firms who call the region home. But, as the nation observes National Manufacturing Month in October, these... Read More.

HayFest Returns to Yates Center Oct. 9–10

Thursday, October 8

Yates Center will celebrate its agricultural heritage with HayFest Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9–10, featuring activities on the historic town square and at other community locations. Hosted by RevitalizeYC, the festival honors Woodson County’s fall traditions and Yates Center’s title as the “Prairie Hay... Read More.

Kansas Appeals Court Keeps Three-Day Mail Ballot Grace Period for November Election

Thursday, October 8

Kansas mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day will continue to count if they arrive within three days after the Nov. 3 general election. The Kansas Court of Appeals denied Secretary of State Scott Schwab’s request to suspend a temporary injunction preserving the grace period. The... Read More.

Pedestrian Struck in Crosswalk, Dies at Salina Hospital

Thursday, October 8

A woman was struck by a vehicle on Wednesday afternoon and later died at the hospital. According to Police Lt. Andrew Zeigler, around 3:14pm on Wednesday, Salina Police Emergency Communications was contacted about a vehicle striking a pedestrian at the intersection of 9th Street and... Read More.

Kansas Junior Livestock Show Awards $22,500 in Scholarships

Wednesday, October 7

HUTCHINSON — Twelve exhibitors received a combined $22,500 in scholarships at the Kansas Junior Livestock Show on Saturday, Oct. 3. Since its inception in 1993, the program has awarded $620,050 to 423 young people pursuing higher education. The scholarships recognize achievement in livestock projects, leadership... Read More.

Bortz Bound Over to District Court Following Preliminary Hearing in Pawnee County

Wednesday, October 7

LARNED, Kan. – Carl A. Bortz, 39 of Larned, Kansas, appeared in the Pawnee County District Court, Tuesday afternoon for an evidentiary Preliminary Hearing related to a charge of rape of a victim overcome by force or fear. Following the presentation of evidence, Magistrate Judge... Read More.

No Injuries, Fire Damage Closes Sunflower Adult Day Services

Wednesday, October 7

Authorities in Salina are investigating an early morning fire that has closed a care facility for adults. The Salina Fire Department was dispatched shortly after midnight to a reported structure fire at 401 W. Iron Avenue, also known as Sunflower Adult Day Services. Upon arrival, firefighters... Read More.

The Center for Counseling & Consultation Receives $411,370 VA Suicide Prevention Grant

Wednesday, October 7

Funding will expand locally based support, connection and suicide prevention efforts for Veterans and their families across four rural Kansas counties GREAT BEND, Kan. — The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is continuing its mission of preventing Veteran suicide by working with community-based organizations... Read More.

From Homelessness to Harvard: Liz Murray to Speak at Dillon Lecture Series

Wednesday, October 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Dillon Lecture Series (DLS) will conclude its 2026 season by welcoming inspirational speaker and bestselling author Liz Murray on Tuesday, October 13, at 10:30 a.m. in the Hutchinson Sports Arena. Known for her remarkable journey from homelessness to earning a scholarship... Read More.

Official Statement from the City of Hutchinson on Resignation of Councilmember Fast

Tuesday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [October 6, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson received the resignation of Councilman Greg Fast, who represented the Southwest District on the Hutchinson City Council. His resignation was effective October 5, 2026. In his official resignation, Councilman Fast stated: “I have appreciated the opportunity... Read More.

Nonprofits to Erase $34 Million in Medical Debt for 21,000 Kansans

Tuesday, October 6

TOPEKA — More than 21,000 Kansans are set to receive a letter this month notifying them that their medical debt has disappeared. A pair of nonprofit organizations announced they will abolish nearly $34 million in medical debt for 21,490 Kansans who meet certain criteria in... Read More.