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Safehope Promotes New Co-Executive Directors – Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley

Tuesday, June 3

NEWTON, Kan. — Safehope is thrilled to announce the appointment of its new Co-Executive Directors — Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley — who will be leading the organization into an inspiring new chapter! Together, they will share leadership responsibilities, combining their unique strengths to guide... Read More.

Economic Development Strategy for Reno County to Launch Public Survey Wednesday, June 4

Tuesday, June 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Greater Hutch Economic Development Partnership for Reno County within the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of the new Reno County Economic Development Strategic Planning Process. This multi phase process facilitated by Aha! Strategy... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Accept Resignation of Public Works Director Jeff Woodward

Tuesday, June 3

6/3/25 City of McPherson Commission Meeting Highlights McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners have accepted the resignation of current Public Works Director Jeff Woodward, effective as of Tuesday. The motion to accept the resignation, made by Mayor Tom Brown includes a settlement agreement drafted by... Read More.

City of Lyons Shown Study of Possible Increases in Water and Wastewater Charges Over Next Five Years, Other Highlights from June 2 Council Meeting

Tuesday, June 3

LYONS, Kan. — Lyons residents could be facing significant increases in water and wastewater charges over the next five years. A study presented to the City Council Monday gave an overview of what increases may be in store over the next five years. The study... Read More.

Great Bend Council Advances Airport Grant Projects and Approves Kansas Region E Hazard Mitigation Plan

Tuesday, June 3

GREAT BEND, Kan. — A step towards the first of three grant funded projects at Great Bend Municipal Airport were approved by the Great Bend Council Monday. Last August the Council approved a master agreement and work order with Garver, the city's consultant on... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Appoints New Member, Hears Budget Request from Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum

Tuesday, June 3

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Larry Lysell was appointed to the Lindsborg City Council Monday night. Lysell, a long time educator and former school superintendent, was recommended by Mayor Clark Shultz to fill the Ward 3 position to fill the remainder of the term of Andrew... Read More.

Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD 309 Staff Member Faces Charges for Unlawful Sexual Relations with Student, Serving Alcohol to Minors

Monday, June 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A staff member in Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD 309 is facing charges involving sex with a student and serving alcohol to minors. Whitney Shull is charged in a case investigated by the Sedgwick County Sheriff's office at the request of Reno County... Read More.

McPherson County Approves Road Repairs, Subdivision Plats, and New Positions

Monday, June 2

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved a road crossing permit to allow Enterprise to make repairs to a gas line going under 14th Avenue or Old 81 highway south of Navajo Road north of McPherson but required that work to be... Read More.

McPherson County Extension Agent Shad Marston Named National Winner of NACAA Communications Awards Competition

Monday, June 2

BILLINGS, Mont. — McPherson County Extension Agent Shad Marston is the National Winner of the NACAA Communications Award for Audio Recording. Marston was announced the winner at the Communication/Poster Awards luncheon in Billings, Montana on Monday, June 30. Listen to Marston's Award-Winning audio recording from... Read More.

State Firework Regulation Changes

Monday, June 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Legislature amended state firework regulations during their session this year. Key changes include the new operational dates for seasonal retailers. Fireworks may now be sold from temporary tents between June 20th and July 8th. During this period, vendors are... Read More.

Leadership Reno County Seeking Applicants for 2025 Class

Monday, June 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Leadership Reno County Alumni Committee is seeking recommendations and applications for the 2025 class. The purpose of Leadership Reno County, a program of the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and Hutchinson Community Foundation, is to strengthen the network and effectiveness of... Read More.

2025 Consumer Confidence Report Covering Calendar Year 2024 for Reno County Water District #8 and #101

Monday, June 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — All community public water supply systems are required by federal and state regulations to provide their customers with an annual water quality report (Consumer Confidence Report – CCR). The reports for the two water districts are available at the website... Read More.

Safehope Promotes New Co-Executive Directors – Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley

Economic Development Strategy for Reno County to Launch Public Survey Wednesday, June 4

McPherson City Commissioners Accept Resignation of Public Works Director Jeff Woodward

City of Lyons Shown Study of Possible Increases in Water and Wastewater Charges Over Next Five Years, Other Highlights from June 2 Council Meeting

Great Bend Council Advances Airport Grant Projects and Approves Kansas Region E Hazard Mitigation Plan

Lindsborg City Council Appoints New Member, Hears Budget Request from Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum

Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD 309 Staff Member Faces Charges for Unlawful Sexual Relations with Student, Serving Alcohol to Minors

McPherson County Approves Road Repairs, Subdivision Plats, and New Positions

McPherson County Extension Agent Shad Marston Named National Winner of NACAA Communications Awards Competition

State Firework Regulation Changes

Leadership Reno County Seeking Applicants for 2025 Class

2025 Consumer Confidence Report Covering Calendar Year 2024 for Reno County Water District #8 and #101

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CURRENT OBITUARIES

Steven John Storm

Merritt James Unruh

Marie Eileen (Hockett) Robinson

Mary Ann May