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Barton PTK Honor Society Students Brighten May Day for Area Assisted-Living Residents

Wednesday, May 1

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — As members of the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society, Barton students have the opportunity to celebrate their academic achievements, but they also spend their time volunteering and finding ways to help others and... Read More.

Sterling College Students Present at Kansas Academy of Science & Kansas Entomological Society Meeting

Wednesday, May 1

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. (April 30, 2024)— Sterling College had a strong presence at the 156th Annual Meeting of the Kansas Academy of Science & Kansas Entomological Society (94th Annual) held at Emporia State University on April 5-6. Sterling College students presented six... Read More.

Ratzlaff, Van Zelfden Named Young Kansans

Wednesday, May 1

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two outstanding Hutchinson Community College students were recognized as the 2024 Young Kansan Award winners at a ceremony on campus on May 1. The students will also be honored during the College’s commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 3.Megan... Read More.

Front Door Roof Repairs May Affect Drive Thru Window

Wednesday, May 1

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend would like citizens to know that the roof repair will begin at the Front Door, located at 1615 10th Street in Great Bend.Preparatory work, including staging of materials along the... Read More.

Jessica Woodyard Appointed as Public Communications Manager for City of Hutchinson

Wednesday, May 1

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson is pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Woodyard as the new Public Communications Manager within the Strategic Growth department, effective May 1, 2024. In her new role, Jessica will play a pivotal... Read More.

Mann, Pappas Introduce Legislation to Reduce Intoxicated Driving

Wednesday, May 1

By the Office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) introduced the End Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) Act of 2024. The bipartisan legislation would create a national ignition interlock standard by encouraging states to... Read More.

Diaz Receives Kansas Independent College Scholarship

Wednesday, May 1

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Wendy Diaz was recognized by the Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF) for excellence in academics, character, and integrity, along with her commitment to the value of a private college education in Kansas. She was among 19 students from private... Read More.

National Weather Service Update for May 1, 2024

Wednesday, May 1

The National Weather Service (Wichita) shared an update for May 1, 2024, about severe weather expected for this afternoon into the evening.Areas west of Interstate -135 have the greatest chance for encountering severe storms this afternoon into the evening. The strongest storms will be... Read More.

HutchCC to Celebrate Graduates Friday

Wednesday, May 1

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College will celebrate its annual commencement ceremony this Friday, May 3 at the Hutchinson Sports Arena.The ceremony will begin at 7:00 pm and will recognize students graduating with an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, Associate... Read More.

Graphic Art Exhibition Caps Year for Three Sterling Seniors

Tuesday, April 30

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — What could a coffee-loving mountain goat, a loving grandma named Susan, and a corgi dog complete with top hat all have in common? All three are characters from the creative minds of three soon-to-be-graduating Sterling College graphic design... Read More.

Larned State Correctional Facility and Barton Community College Hold Learning Celebration

Tuesday, April 30

By Maggie Harris, Barton County Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College and Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) honored the achievements of LSCF residents at their annual learning celebration on April 10.Graduates were awarded their associate degree, high school diploma, or workforce training... Read More.

Sterling College’s Gibbs Wins 2024 KCM Awards

Tuesday, April 30

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College journalism garnered state-wide recognition recently by securing victories in the 2024 Kansas Collegiate Media Contest.Senior Shaylee Gibbs, of Amarillo, Texas, came away as an individual winner.Also, the Sterling College Observer, which is in its fifth year as... Read More.