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iKan, KDOT and DMV Alerts Kansans of Nationwide Unpaid Toll Text Scam

Wednesday, May 21

Have you recently gotten a message saying that you owe an unpaid toll and that if you don't pay it, you will be fined or have a penalty? The Kansas Department of Revenue, the Kansas Department of Transportation and the Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles... Read More.

Venture Corporation to Begin Street Resurfacing and Patching

Wednesday, May 21

GREAT BEND, Kan., May 20, 2025 — The City of Great Bend Engineering Department would like to inform everyone that starting next week, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Venture Corporation will commence work on the CCLIP street improvements for US 281 and US 56. The... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Names Graham Klemme as New Executive Director

Tuesday, May 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (May 19, 2025) — StartUp Hutch, Reno County’s leading advocate for entrepreneurs and small businesses, has named Graham Klemme as its new Executive Director. Klemme brings a wealth of national experience in early-stage entrepreneurship, community building, and innovation to the organization. Originally from... Read More.

Final Countdown: IGNITE Business Competition Deadline is July 1 – Apply Now!

Tuesday, May 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The race is on for entrepreneurs across Barton County and beyond to apply for the 2025 IGNITE Rural Business Competition before the rapidly approaching July 1st deadline. With $95,000 in prize money on the line, there’s never been a better... Read More.

Kelly’s Garden Sense Celebrates New Greenhouse with Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, May 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — A blooming business with a passion for the extraordinary, Kelly’s Garden Sense welcomed community members to the greenhouse for a vibrant Great Bend Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Thursday, May 8th. This special morning celebrated the addition of a new... Read More.

Kansas Trade Mission to Mexico Aims to Boost U.S. Beef Cattle Genetics Exports

Tuesday, May 20

MANHATTAN, Kan. (May 19, 2025) — In early May, a delegation of U.S. livestock genetics and agriculture leaders representing Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Idaho, and the Senepol Cattle Breeders Association traveled to Aguascalientes, Mexico, to advance trade partnerships and expand the global reach of... Read More.

Speakers, Special Events Set for 87th Session of American Legion Boys State of Kansas

Tuesday, May 20

Congressman Schmidt, Secretary of State Schwab Set for Visits High school students from across the State of Kansas will participate in the 87th session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas, Sunday, June 1, through Saturday, June 7, at Kansas State University in... Read More.

One Person Found Deceased in Tuesday Morning Fire at 4th and Bonebrake in Hutchinson

Tuesday, May 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One person was found deceased in a fire early Tuesday morning at 4th and Bonebrake in Hutchinson. Hutchinson Fire Department Division Chief of Operations Jeremy Unruh reported that the fire department was alerted to a commercial structure fire at 4th and Bonebrake... Read More.

Lyons City Council Reviews Cemetery Fee Increases and Community Updates at Meeting May 19

Tuesday, May 20

LYONS, Kan. — The cost of dying in Lyons was again discussed by the Lyons City Council Monday as continued review of a proposal to increase fees at Lyons Municipal Cemetery. At their May 5th meeting City Administrator Troy Houtman presented a proposal to... Read More.

Anderson County Emergency Personnel Rescue Vehicle of Occupants in Flooded Area on 1300 Road Near Texas Road

Monday, May 19

ANDERSON COUNTY, Kan. — On the evening of May 19, emergency personnel from multiple departments across Anderson County were dispatched to the area of 1300 Road near the intersection of Texas Road in response to a reported water rescue incident. A vehicle carrying multiple occupants... Read More.

Senator Marshall Staff Visits Impacted Communities

Monday, May 19

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall visited Grinnell and Plevna today. Tornadoes caused extensive damage in both communities late Sunday evening to early Monday morning. Senator Marshall's staff members spoke with local and state officials to help determine areas of need for each community according to Senator... Read More.

McPherson County Students Awarded Prestigious Ag Scholarships

Monday, May 19

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Ag Committee is proud to announce that Karson Schierling, a graduate of Inman High School, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 Agriculture Future of America (AFA) Scholarship for McPherson County. This scholarship is... Read More.