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New President Named for Hesston College

Monday, January 13

By Lucky Kidd HESSTON, Kan. — Mark Landes was named the 10th president of Hesston College on Monday. Landes, who previously worked for the college from 2013 to 2019 as vice president of finance and operations and during which time he was twice acting president... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Names New Administrator

Monday, January 13

SALINA, Kan. — Lindsborg Community Hospital (LCH) will officially welcome its new administrator, Mark Rooker near the end of January. Salina Regional Health Center CEO, Joel Phelps shared with the hospital that the new administrator had been selected on Monday. Rooker has had 27 years of... Read More.

McPherson College Presents Boston Brass

Monday, January 13

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Boston Brass brings its one-of-a-kind musical experience to the McPherson College stage in a Fern Lingenfelter Artist Series Concert on Sunday, January 26, at 7:30 p.m. at McPherson College’s Brown Auditorium. Admission to the concert is free. McPherson College... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Unveils 2025 Kansas Travel Guide

Monday, January 13

By the Kansas Department of Commerce Kansas Tourism Friday announced the release of the highly anticipated 2025 Kansas Travel Guide, a comprehensive and free resource designed to inspire exploration of the Sunflower State. The guide is available in both print and digital format, just... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs First in Nation Executive Order to Ensure Federal Benefits Belong to Foster Care Youth

Monday, January 13

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive Order 25-01, which aims to reform how federal benefits are allocated to foster youth. This executive order is the first of its kind in the nation and seeks to end... Read More.

Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2025

Sunday, January 12

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) (collectively, “Kansas”) is issuing fish consumption advisories for 2025. The following advisories identify types of fish, or other aquatic species,... Read More.

Kansas to Receive $17M to Participate in CMS Transforming Maternal Health Program

Thursday, January 9

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Wednesday that Kansas has been selected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as one of 15 states to participate in its Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

Wednesday, January 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KS., JAN. 7, 2025 — Bethany College is excited to welcome Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications to its leadership team. Highsmith brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit marketing, media, and creative collaborations, making her an exceptional... Read More.

Stacy Goss Announced as New Mayor of Hutchinson

Tuesday, January 7

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At tonight’s Hutchinson City Council meeting, Stacy Goss was officially appointed as the new Mayor of Hutchinson following a vote by the City Council. Goss has served on the City Council since January 2023 and was appointed... Read More.

Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

Monday, January 6

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Monday that Kansas has received a 2024 Deal of the Year Impact Award from Business Facilities magazine in the Building Supply Manufacturing category. The award recognizes the planned commissioning... Read More.

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency for Winter Storms Impacting State

Saturday, January 4

By the State of Kansas TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly issued a verbal state of disaster emergency proclamation at 3:46 p.m. today due to winter weather that is currently moving across Kansas. This declaration allows resources to be used to provide state assistance. Severe winter... Read More.

Blizzard Warnings Issued for Sunday

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Blizzard warnings have been issued for much of central Kansas into east central and northeast kansas for Sunday. Winter storm warnings continue for areas around Iola and Yates Center and the area from Pratt to St. John to Larned to Hays. Winter... Read More.

New President Named for Hesston College

Lindsborg Community Hospital Names New Administrator

McPherson College Presents Boston Brass

Kansas Tourism Unveils 2025 Kansas Travel Guide

Governor Kelly Signs First in Nation Executive Order to Ensure Federal Benefits Belong to Foster Care Youth

Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2025

Kansas to Receive $17M to Participate in CMS Transforming Maternal Health Program

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

Stacy Goss Announced as New Mayor of Hutchinson

Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency for Winter Storms Impacting State

Blizzard Warnings Issued for Sunday

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