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Bluestem Communities Announces Gala Featuring Angela Parrish

Monday, October 5

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. – Bluestem Communities will host one of its most popular events, the Bluestem Gala, on Thursday, Nov. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at the Meridian Center in Newton. The Bluestem Gala is an annual event of which the proceeds benefit the benevolent funds... Read More.

Reno County Crime Stoppers Earns National Recognition at Crime Stoppers USA 50th Anniversary Conference

Monday, October 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Crime Stoppers of Reno County recently received two national awards at Crime Stoppers USA’s 50th anniversary national conference at the Hyatt Regency in Crystal City, Virginia. Representing both Crime Stoppers of Reno County, Inc., and the Kansas Crime Stoppers Association were Hutchinson... Read More.

Delicious Day in Downtown Mac

Monday, October 5

A perfect fall afternoon in downtown McPherson Saturday was filled with friends reconnecting and conversations over pots and pots of freshly made chili in every direction. This year's, Burnin' Down Main event boasted thirteen booths of chili cook teams and hundreds of folks on hand... Read More.

National 4-H Week Celebrates Youth, Volunteers Oct. 4–10

Sunday, October 4

National 4-H Week is being celebrated Oct. 4–10, highlighting the organization’s work to prepare young people for life and careers through its “Beyond Ready” initiative. According to National 4-H, the celebration brings together six million youth, more than 3,300 Extension educators, 500,000 volunteers and 35... Read More.

Kansas Apply Free Days Offer No-Fee College Applications Oct. 5–9

Sunday, October 4

Kansas residents can apply to participating colleges and universities without paying an application fee during Kansas Apply Free Days, Oct. 5–9. According to the Kansas Board of Regents, the opportunity is available to residents regardless of age or income. Eligible applicants include first-time freshmen, transfer... Read More.

Central Christian College of Kansas Breaks Ground on New Center for Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation

Friday, October 2

Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK) held a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, Oct. 2 for the new manufacturing training center that will house the Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation (BSMI). During the ceremony, CCCK President Dr. Lenny Favara described the occasion as the recognition... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Second Round of RHTP Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers, Organizations

Friday, October 2

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Request for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Regional Partnership... Read More.

Elevated Nitrate Levels Continue in RWD 101 – Yoder Area

Friday, October 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – October 2, 2026 – Revised from July 9, 2026 Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on September 16, 2026. The level... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Candidate Forum Scheduled for October 15

Friday, October 2

GREAT BEND, KAN. - Local voters can hear directly from Great Bend City Council contenders during a public forum on Thursday, October 15th, from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Great Bend Events Center. The event includes a pre-event meet-and-greet starting at 6:30 p.m.... Read More.

September Total Tax Collections at $1.08B; 5.5% Above Estimate

Friday, October 2

TOPEKA – The State of Kansas ends September 2026 with total tax collections at $1.08 billion. That is $56.5 million, or 5.5%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 7.7% from September 2025. Individual income tax collections were $477.7 million. That is $13.3 million,... Read More.

The Cancer Council of Reno County Appoints Alexis Rhodenbaugh as Development Director

Friday, October 2

HUTCHINSON, KS., (Oct. 2, 2026) — The Cancer Council of Reno County (CCRC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexis Rhodenbaugh as the new Development Director. Rhodenbaugh brings over ten years of experience to the role as a long-standing volunteer, board member, and... Read More.

KDOT Closing I-135 Bridges over Union Pacific Railroad North of US 56 HWY

Friday, October 2

KDOT will be closing the I-135 bridges over Union Pacific railroad just North of US56 highway. I-135 will traffic will be diverted to 17th Ave from US56 to Mohawk Road starting late morning on Friday October 2nd and should be reopened later in the day. Currently... Read More.