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Reuse It Center Announces Benevolent Distributions and Volunteer of the Month for August 2026

Thursday, August 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center announces benevolent distributions for the month of August and volunteer of the month. Thanks to its dedicated volunteers and shoppers, The ReUse It Center was able to donate $5,500 this month. Inman Ministerial Alliance: $1,250 The Inman Ministerial Alliance... Read More.

Hutchinson Woman Passes Away After Striking Cosmosphere Sign

Thursday, August 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On August 27th, 2026, at 2:10 AM, officers with the Hutchinson Police Department, Hutchinson Fire Department and Reno County EMS were dispatched to 11th Ave and Plum Street for a single vehicle crash. Upon arrival, officers found a passenger vehicle had... Read More.

Kansas Turtles Rescued from Wildlife Trafficking

Thursday, August 27

Wildlife conservation doesn't always happen in distant rainforests or on the African savanna. Sometimes, it begins with a phone call—and unfolds right here in Kansas. In August 2025, Rolling Hills Zoo answered that call after Executive Director Ryan VanZant was contacted by the Association of... Read More.

Registration Open for KFB Campaign School Mini Session in Hutchinson

Wednesday, August 26

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Campaign School will hold a mini session in Hutchinson from 1 to 5 p.m. Sept. 9 at the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, 117 N. Walnut St. The sessions is for current and future office holders, campaign managers... Read More.

Afghani Citizen Appears in Pawnee County District Court on Aggravated Sexual Battery Charge

Wednesday, August 26

LARNED, Kan. – Fawad Amiri, 35 of Wichita, Kansas, appeared in custody Tuesday via tele-video in the Pawnee County District Court before Magistrate Judge Kenneth Schmidt for formal First Appearances. Amiri is charged with a single count of Aggravated Sexual Battery alleged to have occurred... Read More.

KMW Holds Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Production Facility in Sterling; $105M Investment

Wednesday, August 26

STERLING, Kan. — KMW LTD, a precision manufacturer of agricultural front loaders, backhoes, and other attachments, held a ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremony today for its new North American headquarters and production facility in Sterling, Kansas. A $105 million investment to create 250+... Read More.

Burn Victim Transported to Hospital Following House Explosion in Newton

Wednesday, August 26

One person is recovering after a home exploded and caught fire in Harvey County Tuesday night. Newton Fire and EMS found the victim with burns and a fire in the basement. The person was taken to a Wichita hospital. Crews put out the fire, which left... Read More.

Superintendent Dr. Dawn M. Johnson to Retire from Hutchinson Public Schools at End of School Year

Tuesday, August 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Public Schools (USD 308) Board of Education announced today that Superintendent Dr. Dawn M. Johnson will retire at the end of the 2026-2027 school year, concluding a distinguished career of service to students, families, and staff in the district. Dr.... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Expands Closure of 30th Avenue

Tuesday, August 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The closure of 30th Avenue in Hutchinson has expanded, with both eastbound and westbound lanes now closed to all through traffic as of Tuesday morning. This extended closure follows an initial partial shutdown caused by a storm pipe failure on August... Read More.

First Appearances Held for Two Felony Sexual Assault Cases in Pawnee County

Tuesday, August 25

LARNED, Kan. – On Monday afternoon, Carl A. Bortz, 39 of Larned, Kansas, and Landon Jay Ellis, 21 of Garfield, Kansas, appeared before Magistrate Judge Dale Snyder via Zoom from the Pawnee County Jail for formal first appearances on separate felony sexual assault cases. Bortz... Read More.

Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation Welcomes Benjamin Epp as Lead Manufacturing Instructor

Tuesday, August 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK) is pleased to announce the hiring of Benjamin Epp as Lead Manufacturing Instructor for the Bradbury School of Manufacturing and Innovation (BSMI). Epp brings extensive experience in manufacturing, engineering and continuous improvement to the College’s growing... Read More.

Statewide Silver Alert Issued for Missing Oklahoma Woman Canceled

Tuesday, August 25

SEDGWICK COUNTY – The Park City Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that 47-year-old Faye Marie Geary was located and is now safe. The statewide Silver Alert is canceled. SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. – The Park City Police Department requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI)... Read More.