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Flood Warnings Posted for Neosho River from Iola Area Downstream

Sunday, June 9

By Lucky Kidd SOUTHEAST, Kan. — Flood warnings have been posted for the Neosho River from the Iola area downstream. At Iola the Neosho is forecast to rise above the 15 feet flood stage late this afternoon (Sunday, June 9), and crest at 16.5 feet... Read More.

Heavy Rain and Wind Causes Flooding, Power Outages

Sunday, June 9

By Lucky Kidd Late Saturday night storms brought high winds, heavy rain and flooding to parts of Kansas Saturday night into early Sunday morning. Wind gusts between 60-70 miles an hour were reported across many areas of southwest into parts of central Kansas, with the... Read More.

Leading Kansas Internet Provider IdeaTek Celebrates 25 Years

Saturday, June 8

By IdeaTek BUHLER, Kan. — In 1999, a high school senior project in Buhler, Kansas, took root.Over the past 25 years, it has transformed into IdeaTek, the leading fiber internet service provider in Kansas.This year marks IdeaTek's 25th anniversary, a significant milestone that highlights the... Read More.

Hay Bale Fire Friday Night Near Turon

Saturday, June 8

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — A hay bale fire that started Friday night at Turon Feedlot is expected to continue burning for several days. Reno County Fire Administrator Travis Vogt said the fire was reported about 9:30 PM and crews from Districts 4,... Read More.

Former Hutch Mayor Out of State Broadband Director Position

Saturday, June 8

By Lucky KiddThe head of Kansas' Broadband Development program is out. Jade Piros de Carvalho, a former Hutchinson Mayor and City Council member, has confirmed in a social media post made Thursday she was terminated from the position earlier this week. In the LinkedIn post... Read More.

Help Beat The Heat

Friday, June 7

By the Salvation Army HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Exciting news! Westlake Ace Hardware is back with its annual Fan Drive, supporting The Salvation Army. While stocking up on hardware supplies this spring, you can donate by rounding up your purchase at the register. Every single penny... Read More.

MEDIA ALERT: McPherson Recreation Commission to Hold Special Meeting Monday, June 10 at 11 AM

Friday, June 7

By Wayne Burns, Public Lands and Facilities Director McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Recreation Commission will hold a special meeting next week to discuss non-elected personnel. The public meeting will begin at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 10th, and will be held at the USD... Read More.

USD 418 Board Considering Recommendation for 30 Cent Increase in School Meals

Friday, June 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday will consider a recommendation for a 30 cent across the board increase in school breakfast and lunch prices which are already among the highest in the region for comparable districts.Director of... Read More.

Bethany College and MCCSEC Launch Innovative Scholarship Program to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage

Thursday, June 6

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (MAY 29, 2024) — In partnership with the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (MCCSEC), Bethany College is excited to announce the launch of the Pathway to SPED scholarship program. This initiative addresses the critical shortage of special education teachers in... Read More.

McPherson High School Honor Roll

Thursday, June 6

McPherson High School Honor Roll Semester 2 2023-24 Congratulations to the McPherson High School students who made 2nd Semester Honor Roll for the 2023-24 school year!

Moundridge Police Department Identifies Two Juvenile Suspects Involved in Recent Home Burglary

Wednesday, June 5

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — After a thorough investigation, the Moundridge Police Department has identified two juvenile suspects connected to a recent home burglary reported Saturday.On June 1, 2024, a concerned citizen reported that his residence had been broken into at some point while he was... Read More.

Shafer Art Gallery Acquires Significant Art Collection Thanks to Generous Donation; Opening Reception June 7

Wednesday, June 5

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Shafer Art Gallery at Barton Community College is pleased to announce the acquisition of the "American Pastoral" art collection, made possible through a donation from renowned agrarian art collectors Mark and Carol Moseman.This... Read More.