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Rush County Speedway Launches 2026 Season with Myers Racing Engines Bullring 305 Nationals

Tuesday, May 26

Building on a Strong Inaugural Year Under Promoter William Nusser LA CROSSE, Kan. – Rush County Speedway, the 1/4 mile action packed bullring dirt track at the Rush County Fairgrounds, is ready to roar back to life as it kicks off the 2026 season with... Read More.

The Salvation Army Celebrates a Successful Annual Donut Eating Contest

Tuesday, May 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Last week, on Third Thursday, there was an amazing turnout for The Salvation Army’s Annual Donut Eating Contest. The event was sponsored by Day Light Donuts and emceed by Sheila Regehr. Adam Keller from Lindsborg, KS, also known as “the Doughminator”, won... Read More.

McPherson Observes Memorial Day

Monday, May 25

While many people were enjoying the unofficial start of the summer season and others were attending baseball and softball games, there were others who took time out from their Memorial Day to remember those who made the supreme sacrifice. McPherson area veterans held services... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Launches CAPS Program

Saturday, May 23

The McPherson County Community Foundation announced the establishment of the Center for Advanced Professional Studies (CAPS) Program in McPherson County. The program, created through the CAPS Network’s Rural Initiative Cohort, is a partnership with all McPherson County public high schools, aiming to expand educational... Read More.

Four Reno County Law Enforcement Officers Graduate From KLETC

Friday, May 22

Four Reno County Law Enforcement Officers were part of the 357th Basic Training Class of the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Yoder who graduated Friday. Thee of the officers are from the Hutchinson Police Department, including Carrie Haumount, Raylee Johnson and Kyle... Read More.

US Army Corps of Engineers Encourages Visitors to Make Water Safety a Priority

Friday, May 22

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As Americans head to lakes and rivers for the 2026 recreation season, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is reminding everyone to make water safety part of every outdoor adventure. USACE manages more than 400 lake and river projects nationwide and... Read More.

Bear Struck by Vehicle Near Iola Early Friday Morning

Friday, May 22

A bear was struck early Friday morning north of Iola. The Allen County Sheriff's Office was called at about 4:15 AM to location on West Virginia Road east of Old Highway 169, about fives north of Iola of a mile south of the... Read More.

Police Seeking Person Who Abandoned Puppies Outside McPherson Walmart

Friday, May 22

McPherson Police are seeking information regarding the person or persons who abandoned six one-week-old puppies Thursday afternoon. Police and Animal Control Officers responded at 4:30 PM Thursday to Walmart, where the puppies were found in a pink bag behind the tire of a... Read More.

Downtown Great Bend to Host Pair of Events on June 5

Friday, May 22

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Downtown Great Bend, Kansas, is the place to be on Friday, June 5! The City of Great Bend is throwing a welcome party for Rocky Mountain Race Week at Dry Lake Brewing from 4-8 p.m. while Great Bend Alive presents... Read More.

An Incredible Success: 2026 Great Futures Annual Golf Classic

Friday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Over 120 people participated in the 2026 Great Futures Annual Golf Classic on Friday, May 15 at Crazy Horse Golf Course. Each year, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson hosts the annual golf tournament to raise funds for their organization. In an... Read More.

3 District Judges Nominated to Fill Kansas Supreme Court Vacancy

Thursday, May 21

The Supreme Court Nominating Commission has forwarded the names of three district judges, all from northeast Kansas, to Governor Laura Kelly to fill a vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court. The Commission Thursday selected Douglas County District Judge Carl Folsom and Johnson County District... Read More.

Salt City Splash to Open May 23 for 2026 Season

Thursday, May 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Salt City Splash is set to open Memorial Day weekend, with the first day of the 2026 season on Saturday, May 23. The Splash will also be open on Memorial Day Monday, May 25, but moving forward, will be closed on... Read More.