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Community Partners Announce Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade & Festival

Friday, November 22

By Downtown Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Downtown Hutchinson, in a partnership with Ad Astra Radio, Hutch Rec, Hutchinson Zoo, and DCI, invite residents to celebrate the holiday season with the Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade and Festival taking place December 6 & 7. Residents of... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s November Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Emily Miller

Thursday, November 21

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Wiley Elementary School 5th Grade teacher Emily Miller, as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union. Mrs. Miller is currently in her seventh year of teaching... Read More.

The Clayworks Unites with Reno and McPherson County for Shop with a Sheriff 2024

Thursday, November 21

Helping to Provide Christmas Gifts to Kids in Need Throughout Reno and McPherson Counties By Brenna Eller The Clayworks at Disability Supports is once again partnering with the Reno County Sheriff's Office for Shop with a Sheriff. For the first time, the McPherson County Sheriff's Office... Read More.

Sen. Moran Delivers Remarks During Disaster Relief Appropriations Hearing

Wednesday, November 20

Moran: “This is as dire a circumstance that I have seen in trying to save rural America” By the Office of U.S. Senator Jerry Moran WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) delivered remarks during the Senate Committee on Appropriations hearing to review disaster... Read More.

Senator Marshall Calls for CDC to Clarify Season Flu Shot Does Not Protect Against Bird Flu

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall WASHINTON, DC. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. is pushing back against misleading recent guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) promoting seasonal flu shots as offering sufficient protection from the H5N1 virus, more commonly referred... Read More.

Rep. Mann Addresses America’s Mandate, Outlook for 119th Congress

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of United State Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time since Americans delivered an Election Day mandate by electing President Donald J. Trump... Read More.

Two Kansas Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools: Sterling Grade School, Overbrook Attendance Center

Wednesday, November 20

By the Kansas State Department of Education TOPEKA, Kan. — The National ESEA Distinguished Schools Program has recognized two Kansas schools for exceptional student achievement in 2024. Sterling Grade School, Sterling USD 376, was recognized for Category 1: Exceptional student performance and academic growth for... Read More.

Evergy Participates in Utility Scam Awareness Week

Wednesday, November 20

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is proud to join United Utilities Against Scams to recognize today as Utility Scam Awareness Day, Wednesday, November 20. Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports scammers used phone, in-person, and... Read More.

Tabor College Students Take First in NATS Competition

Wednesday, November 20

By Brenna Eller HILLSBORO, Kan. — Three Tabor College students achieved first-place victories, and four others were named finalists in their divisions at the West Central NATS Competition held at Wichita State University Nov. 8-9, 2024. Betsy George (Grad., Omaha, Neb.), Aden Frederick (JR, Scott City,... Read More.

Barton Community College to Present Holiday Concert; First Class of Hall of Fame to be Initiated

Wednesday, November 20

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Performing Arts Department invites the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment as well as the induction of the first members of the Fine and Performing Arts Hall of Fame at its annual holiday... Read More.

Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary Tour Heads Dodge City in 2025

Tuesday, November 19

WITH OPENING ACT EMILY ANN ROBERTS By United Wireless Arena and The Boot Hill Casino Conference Center DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce that country music legend, CLINT BLACK will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, February... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New City Administrator Contract with Troy Houtman

Tuesday, November 19

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has approved a contract with Troy Houtman to be the new City Administrator. Houtman, who assumed the position Tuesday brings 30 years of experience to the position, most recently he has served nearly 10 years... Read More.