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Announcing the 2024-2025 Live Concert Series at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre

Tuesday, May 28

By Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready for an unforgettable season at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre! Join the Historic Fox Theatre on Thursday, May 30th as staff unveils the extraordinary lineup for the 2024-2025 Live Concert Series, featuring an exciting mix of... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Summit and Breakout Sessions Announced

Tuesday, May 28

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The Mastermind McPherson Community Summit will be hitting the road this year. In order to better reach the communities of McPherson County the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) will be traveling to each community... Read More.

Dropping 22 Named Winner at 2024 2nd Quarter Giving Meeting for 100+ People Who Care Barton County

Tuesday, May 28

By Dropping 22, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Dropping 22 is pleased to announce they are the 2024 2nd quarter recipients of the donations of the 100+ People That Care of Barton County group. Created and named based on the staggering statistic that 22 veterans... Read More.

Eat a Donut and Support a Child This Summer

Tuesday, May 28

By the Hutchinson Salvation Army HUTCHINSON, Kan. — “Eat a Donut and support a child this summer!” That’s what Major Paul James, Commanding Officer of the Hutchinson Salvation Army, says as the local assistance agency begins summer efforts to help as many people as... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Friday, May 24

By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 scholarships, awarded to invest in our future. These scholarships are designed to support educational opportunities for individuals throughout Rice County. RCCF collaborates... Read More.

Continuing Patching Project will Restrict K-14 Traffic in Reno County

Thursday, May 23

By the Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Starting Tuesday, May 28, as part of a continuing patching project, the Kansas Department of Transportation will restrict K-14 traffic in Reno County to one lane. The K-14 traffic restriction will be in place from the... Read More.

Fmr. Executive Pleads Guilty After Losing Bank’s $47.1 Million in Crypto Scheme

Thursday, May 23

By the United States Attorney's Office - District of Kansas WICHITA, Kan. – A Kansas man pleaded guilty today to using his position as a bank executive to embezzle millions of dollars causing the bank to fail at a complete loss of equity for... Read More.

Traditions Health of Hutchinson, KS Awarded Home Health Accreditation from The Joint Commission

Wednesday, May 22

By Traditions Health of Hutchinson, Kansas Nashville, TN – Traditions Health of Hutchinson, Kansas earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval® for Home Health Accreditation by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards. The Gold Seal is a symbol of quality that reflects a... Read More.

Tabor, Hesston Finalize Strategic Academic Partnership

Tuesday, May 21

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Following approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), Tabor College and Hesston College have formally signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer courses and degrees to students at their respective institutions. Planning for the agreement started in summer... Read More.

Two of Four Incumbent Members of Lyons City Council Not Seeking Re-Election

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — There will be at least two new members on the Lyons City Council come January. Two of the four incumbent members of the Council told Ad Astra News Monday they did not intend to seek re-election this year. Ward 1... Read More.

Lyons City Council Accepts KDHE Consent Order Related to Wastewater Treatment Plant Issues

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has accepted a consent order from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment related to issues at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and setting out steps to address ongoing issues at the plant. The Council also... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Authorizes Up to $2.935 Million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Indoor Firing Range

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday authorized the issuance of up to $2.935 million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for construction of an indoor, climate-controlled firing range at the southwest corner of 17th and Faubion. Jared Gagnebin, who with his brother Devin... Read More.

Announcing the 2024-2025 Live Concert Series at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre

Mastermind McPherson County Summit and Breakout Sessions Announced

Dropping 22 Named Winner at 2024 2nd Quarter Giving Meeting for 100+ People Who Care Barton County

Eat a Donut and Support a Child This Summer

Rice County Community Foundation Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

Continuing Patching Project will Restrict K-14 Traffic in Reno County

Fmr. Executive Pleads Guilty After Losing Bank’s $47.1 Million in Crypto Scheme

Traditions Health of Hutchinson, KS Awarded Home Health Accreditation from The Joint Commission

Tabor, Hesston Finalize Strategic Academic Partnership

Two of Four Incumbent Members of Lyons City Council Not Seeking Re-Election

Hutchinson City Council Authorizes Up to $2.935 Million in Industrial Revenue Bonds for Indoor Firing Range

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