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Reno County KIA Vietnam Veterans Honored

Monday, April 8

By the Vieyra Honors Foundation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — According to the most recent Census data, “Reno County, KS has a large population of military personnel who served in Vietnam, 1.36 times greater than any other conflict.” Today, there are 3,030 veterans living in Reno... Read More.

Four McPherson College Students Receive KICF Scholarships

Monday, April 8

By McPherson College McPHERSON, KAN. — Four McPherson College students were among 21 from independent colleges in Kansas who received scholarships from The Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF), celebrating the diverse and talented student community committed to excellence, virtue, and integrity.Rhyan Lucas, a biochemistry... Read More.

Speakers Announced for Bethany College Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremonies

Monday, April 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (April 5, 2024) — Bethany College is thrilled to announce the distinguished speakers for its upcoming Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies, both to be held on Saturday, April 27 at Presser Hall Auditorium. Baccalaureate Speaker: Reverend Lamont Anthony Wells Reverend Lamont Anthony Wells,... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Haven, Reno County

Monday, April 8

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment HAVEN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is issuing a boil water advisory for the City of Haven public water supply system located in Reno County beginning at midnight tonight.Customers should observe the... Read More.

MCCF Presents Mastermind McPherson County Initiative, County Commissioners Approve National Library Week Proclamation

Monday, April 8

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Community Foundation President and CEO Becky Goss gave McPherson County Commissioners a presentation on the Mastermind McPherson County initiative during their meeting Monday. MCCF is in the second year of a three-year initiative to provide information... Read More.

Casting Crowns and Katy Nichole to Perform at 2024 Kansas State Fair Grandstand Concert

Monday, April 8

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 2024 Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce an evening of soul-stirring music as Casting Crowns performs with Katy Nichole. The concert is set to take place on Wednesday, September 11, at 7:30 p.m.Casting Crowns, renowned... Read More.

Man Arrested After Chase in McPherson Walmart

Sunday, April 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson man was arrested Sunday morning after a stolen car was located south of McPherson and a later chase through Walmart.McPherson Police Chief Mikel Golden said Sheriff's deputies spotted the car, which turned out to be stolen from... Read More.

Two Teachers Named Region 1 Finalists for 2025 Kansas Teacher of the Year

Sunday, April 7

By the Kansas State Department of Education SALINA, Kan. (April 6, 2024) — Maegen Stucky, an elementary teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School, McPherson USD 418, and Whitney Aves, a family and consumer sciences teacher at Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson USD 308, were named Region 1... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Special Meeting Monday, April 8

Sunday, April 7

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education will hold a hearing on the closing of the ESC/TSC/TLC building at 5:45 p.m. and the regularly scheduled meeting at 6:00 p.m. Monday, April 8th, 2024, at the USD 308 Admin Center... Read More.

High Wind Warning, Fire Danger Saturday, Eclipse Viewable Locally Monday

Friday, April 5

By Lucky Kidd A high wind warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for roughly the western 2/3rds of Kansas from noon to 8 PM Saturday.South winds are forecast to be sustained at 30 to 40 miles an hour, with gusts expected to... Read More.

Give 365: A Way YOU Can Help Solve The Funding Gap

Friday, April 5

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. (April 4, 2024) — McPherson County Community Foundation's last article shared how Mastermind McPherson County categories and priorities can be applied to the regular grants cycle. While the organization would like to fund every request that... Read More.

Middle School Students Show Artwork at McPherson College

Friday, April 5

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — For the first time, student artists from McPherson Middle School are featured in the Friendship Hall Gallery at McPherson College. The art is on display through April 16, when the college will host a closing reception for the students... Read More.