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KBI Asking for Public’s Help to Locate Butler County Man

Tuesday, October 6

Family members are searching for 32-year-old Cameron Lacen, last seen Saturday evening leaving Bombardier near Eisenhower National Airport in Wichita. Lacen is from Butler County and is described as five-foot-five, one hundred forty-five pounds, with hazel eyes, brown hair, and glasses. His vehicle was found... Read More.

3rd Annual Veterans Golf Classic Raises $16,000 for Patriots’ Village

Tuesday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – October 6, 2026– Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System’s (HRHS) 3rd Annual Veterans Golf Classic brought together 31 teams on Friday, October 2, at Carey Park Golf Course for a day of golf and giving in support of local Veterans. With beautiful weather and... Read More.

Newton Photo Contest Calls for Entries

Tuesday, October 6

NEWTON, Kan. - The annual Best of Newton Photo Contest is accepting entries through Oct. 20. This year’s contest has three categories: Faces & Places (open category) Community at its Best & City Services Railer Nation & Trains and Grains Community at its Best will highlight... Read More.

USD 308 School Bond Community Meetings To Be Held on Wednesdays in October

Tuesday, October 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Public Schools will host School Bond Community Meetings this month to discuss a proposed $36 million, 12-year bond measure for USD 308. The initiative focuses strictly on updating existing facilities, prioritizing critical infrastructure such as security, roofing, HVAC systems, and... Read More.

Multi-Vehicle Injury Motor Vehicle Accident in Reno County

Tuesday, October 6

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - On October 5, 2026, at approximately 7:37 a.m., deputies with the Reno County Sheriff’s Office, alongside Reno County EMS, Haven EMS, Reno County Fire, Kansas Highway Patrol, and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, were dispatched to the intersection of... Read More.

Two Killed, Three Injured in Four-Vehicle Crash North of Richmond

Monday, October 5

Two people were killed and three others injured in a four-vehicle crash around 9:30 p.m. Friday on U.S. 59 about three miles north of Richmond in rural Franklin County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, Auriana K. Davis, 18, of Kansas City, Missouri, crossed the... Read More.

Kansas Farm Bureau announces 2026 Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the Year award winners

Monday, October 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Farm Bureau has named Crystal Bashford of Morton County and Dalton Black of Harvey and Marion counties as the 2026 recipients of the Rural Minds Matter (RMM) Advocate of the Year awards. This... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Dispatch Open House to be held October 20

Monday, October 5

SALINA, Kan. - On Tuesday, October 20, the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP) will host a Dispatch Open House in Salina, Kansas. This Open House will allow members of the public interested in learning about a career as a Communications Specialist to meet members of... Read More.

Community Investment Opens New Era for FHSU Athletics

Monday, October 5

HAYS, Kan. – Fort Hays State University welcomed the community during Homecoming weekend to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of the Bickle-Schmidt Athletic Complex, a transformative facility supported by nearly $7.8 million in private donations. Guests explored the building and saw firsthand how the... Read More.

Former TV News Anchor’s Guilty Plea Leads to Life Sentence

Monday, October 5

A Sedgwick County judge on Monday has sentenced Angelynn Mock, a former St. Louis TV news anchor, to life in prison for killing her mother in Wichita. Mock, 48, admitted in August to stabbing her mother to death last year at her mother’s home in... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Announces Loan to Legendz Xtreme Athletics

Monday, October 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —October 5, 2026— StartUp Hutch has awarded a $15,944 business loan to EJ and Sierra Bennett, owners of Legendz Xtreme Athletics, supporting the continued growth of their Hutchinson-based cheer, tumbling and dance business. Legendz Xtreme Athletics provides recreational and competitive opportunities for athletes of... Read More.

United Way Reno County Announces Spark TankLiveFinalists

Monday, October 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way Reno County is excited to announce the four local programs that will take the stage at Spark Tank Live, the second annual UWRC event designed to spotlight innovative ideas, showcase impactful programs and provide immediate funding to help fuel... Read More.