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Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick to Retire from 27th Judicial District

Tuesday, December 17

By Lisa Taylor, Kansas Courts TOPEKA, Kan. — Chief Judge Patricia Macke Dick will retire January 13 after serving 36 years in the 27th Judicial District.The 27th Judicial District is Reno County. Dick was elected in 1988 and has served as chief judge since 2007.Dick... Read More.

Barton County Commissioner Gives Credit to Barton, Pawnee, and Russell County Residents for NIETC Proposal Cancellation

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — Monday's announcement about the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) no longer pursuing the proposed Midwest Plains and Plains-Southwest National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETC) was brought up at this morning's Barton County Commission meeting.Commissioner Shawn Hutchinson said a... Read More.

Bethany College, Hutchinson Community College Sign Animation Career Agreement

Tuesday, December 17

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN., DEC. 12, 2024 — Bethany College has announced a groundbreaking 2+2 articulation agreement with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) that will provide students with a seamless pathway to earn an Associate of Arts in Animation from HutchCC and transfer to Bethany College... Read More.

No Injuries in Monday Evening Rollover Crash Near Medora

Tuesday, December 17

By Lucky Kidd A two-vehicle crash Monday evening blocked the intersection of 85th Avenue and Old K-61 near Medora for several hours. According to the Reno County Sheriff's office, A vehicle driven by Isaac Jones was northbound on Old 61 en route to Buhler when... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s December Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Tara Urban

Monday, December 16

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Tara Urban, Allen STEM Magnet School Pre-K and K-2 Communication & Social Skills teacher, as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union.Each month, Ad Astra... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners and Representatives of Fuqua Construction Kick Off $6.7M Renovation Project with Wall Smashing Ceremony

Monday, December 16

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission on Monday accepted a quote from United Fire Group of $15,574 for builder's risk insurance on the County Building renovation project. Under the contract with Fuqua Construction, the County was required to provide that coverage.As... Read More.

Man Convicted of Running Over Nickerson Family in Louisville Sentenced to 70 Years in Prison

Friday, December 13

By Lucky Kidd LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The man who ran down a Nickerson family in July 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky killing one member and critically injuring two others, was sentenced Friday to 70 years in prison.Michael Hurley was convicted of murder in the death of... Read More.

Exceptional Teen Graciela Medina Receives Most Prestigious Honor; Named Youth of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson

Friday, December 13

By Lance Patterson, Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Last week the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson hosted its annual Youth of the Year banquet. Selected among four outstanding youth, Graciela Medina has been named the 2025 Youth of the Year... Read More.

Arrest Made in Connection with Dough Co. Break in Wednesday

Thursday, December 12

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An arrest has been made in connection with the early Wednesday morning burglary of Dough Co. Donuts at 1228 East 4th.Hutchinson Police Captain Dayton Gates said a male subject forced entry into the shop, damaged property and stole items.After... Read More.

Rise Up Reno Prevention Network Completes Formation of Drug Endangered Children Alliance

Thursday, December 12

By Rise Up Reno Prevention Network RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Rise Up Reno Prevention Network has completed the formation of the Drug Endangered Children Alliance with the signing of a memorandum of understanding between agencies who are the leading force behind the wellbeing of children... Read More.

Neosho County Community College Moves Forward with Mih Family Fine Arts Center Project

Wednesday, December 11

By Lucky Kidd CHANUTE, Kan. — Neosho County Community College Board of Trustees members were told Wednesday the college is moving forward with the next steps towards the Mih Family Fine Arts Center project. NCCC President Brian Inbody said contract discussions have begun with DLR... Read More.

Allen Community College Names New President

Wednesday, December 11

By Lucky Kidd IOLA, Kan. — Dr. Lyvier Leffler has been named the new President of Allen Community College. Dr. Leffler, who brings over two decades of higher education leadership to Allen, is expected to assume the office January 21, 2025. Dr. Leffler was selected... Read More.