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Lindsborg Museum Hires New Executive Director

Friday, August 9

By the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. (Aug. 8, 2024) — The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum is excited to announce the hiring of its new Executive Director – Aubrey Wheeler, who started on August 1, 2024.Wheeler said she... Read More.

Frontier District to Host Meeting on Drone Use in Agriculture Sept. 10

Friday, August 9

By Carol Engle, Frontier Extension District Communications and Marketing Manager GARNETT, Kan. — The Frontier Extension District and Coffey County Extension Office, along with the Anderson and Coffey County Conservation Districts, will host a meeting on Sept. 10, 2024, to explore the agricultural uses... Read More.

City of McPherson to Host Meet and Greet Aug. 19

Friday, August 9

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — The City of McPherson is hosting a meet and greet session on Monday, Aug. 19 in Citizens Hall at the McPherson Community Building, 122 E. Marlin, McPherson.McPherson Mayor Tom Brown and Commissioners Gary Mehl and Larry Wiens, City Administrator... Read More.

Reno County Housing Commission Celebrates a Year of Success with ARPA Funding Boost

Friday, August 9

By the Reno County Housing Commission HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The- Reno County Housing Commission is proud to announce a year of significant achievements in housing development and community revitalization, thanks to the infusion of ARPA COVID relief funds. The commission's unwavering commitment to enhancing... Read More.

Bethany College Art Department Hosts Exhibit by Local Artist Irene Nielsen

Thursday, August 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is pleased to announce an upcoming art exhibit featuring the works of Irene Nielsen, running from August 26 to September 27, 2024, at the Mingenback Art Center on the Bethany College campus. The exhibit is free and... Read More.

“Like a Wonderful Family Reunion” 150th Anniversary Celebration of Swiss Volhynian Mennonite Ancestors Coming to the U.S.

Thursday, August 8

By Glen and Kathy Goering MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — A Celebration will be held August 23-25, 2024, at Eden Mennonite Church, 401 18th Ave., Moundridge, Kan., for the 150th Anniversary of Swiss Volhynian Mennonite Ancestors Coming to U.S. in 1874.Friday, August 23, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Keynote... Read More.

Follow Up on Recycled Mattress Business Fire

Thursday, August 8

By the City of Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On August 6, 2024, the Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) responded to 2404 E 4th Avenue for the report of a commercial building fire. During the response, dispatch advised bystanders were reporting large amounts of... Read More.

Mann Hires Dodge City Native as District Representative

Wednesday, August 7

By U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann DODGE CITY, Kan. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) announced the hire of Josie Shearer as a district representative based in his Dodge City, Kansas office. Shearer is a Dodge City local and graduated from Dodge City High School... Read More.

Three Injured in Vehicle Crash South of Hoisington

Tuesday, August 6

By Lucky Kidd BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Three people were injured this morning in a three-vehicle crash south of Hoisington.According to the Barton County Sheriff's office the crash occurred just after 7:30 a.m. on US 281 at 90 Road about a mile and a... Read More.

Bretz Injury Law Announces its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run

Tuesday, August 6

By Bretz Injury Law HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Bretz Injury Law presents its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run. Bretz Injury Law is excited to present its 5th Annual Reno County Veterans’ Memorial Poker Run on Saturday, September 7th. Registration will begin at 9:30... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Meeting 8/5/24 Highlights: Logan Burns Named New City Administrator

Tuesday, August 6

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — Logan Burns has been named the new City Administrator for Great Bend. Burns, who is currently Assistant City Administrator, was named to the post following an executive session at Monday night's Great Bend City Council meeting. He replaces... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Coordinates Extensive Response to Active Fire Incident

Tuesday, August 6

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department is currently managing a significant fire incident at 2404 E 4th Avenue. In response to the situation, all available fire apparatus in Hutchinson have been mobilized to effectively manage and contain the fire.In... Read More.