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Day 10, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Monday, July 1

By Julia Debes, Kansas Wheat This is day 10 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. As the calendar flips over to July,... Read More.

Tanner Wealand Announced As McPherson Center For Health CEO

Monday, July 1

Story Submitted by Kayla Elizabeth Moritz McPHERSON, Kan. (July 1, 2024) — McPherson Hospital is pleased to announce the naming of Tanner Wealand as President and Chief Executive Officer. Wealand replaces Lewis Newberry in this role. Wealand joined the leadership team at the hospital in March... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System Hires Chief Financial Officer

Monday, July 1

By Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) is pleased to announce the hiring of Cameron Meyer as the new Chief Financial Officer. Meyer will be responsible for overseeing, building and structuring the team that manages the financial operations,... Read More.

KC & The Sunshine Band Boogie Down to Dodge City on September 19th

Friday, June 28

By the United Wireless Arena DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is thrilled to announce that the iconic fund R&B group, KC and the Sunshine Band, will be coming to Dodge City! Prepare to “Get Down Tonight” and “Shake Your Booty”... Read More.

Stream Advisory Rescinded for Smoky Hill River located East of Salina, Kansas

Friday, June 28

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment SALINE COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for Smoky Hill River from Salina east to the confluence with the Saline River that was issued on June... Read More.

Preparing for Independence Day and Summer Travel

Friday, June 28

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Many people will celebrate the holiday and following weekend by hitting the road and traveling through the Sunflower State. The Kansas Highway Patrol reminds motorists of the importance of traveling safely during the Independence Day holiday and throughout... Read More.

City of Hutchinson About to Move on the Atrium

Thursday, June 27

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Issues involving the former Atrium Hotel at 11th and K-61 are about to come to a head. The Hutchinson City Council will be asked Tuesday July 2nd to set a show-cause public hearing for August 20th on whether the long-troubled... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces $2.1M in Congressional Funding for McPherson College and $275K for McPherson Police Department

Thursday, June 27

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran made two big announcements to the McPherson community today. He has secured $2.1 million in new, congressionally directed funding for McPherson College and $275,000 for the McPherson Police Department. Senator Moran shared that on Republican days... Read More.

Senator Jerry Moran Secures $2.1 Million for McPherson College’s Rural Health Initiative

Thursday, June 27

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — Senator Jerry Moran announced he has secured $2.1 million in new, congressionally directed funding for McPherson College during a news conference on campus June 27, 2024. The federal funds will support the college’s initiative to create an educational center... Read More.

ReUse It Center June Donations

Thursday, June 27

By the ReUse It Center McPHERSON, Kan. — Thanks to shoppers and volunteers throughout the month of June, the ReUse It Center was able to donate $3,250.00 to the following organizations. The McPherson Senior Center The McPherson Senior Centeris a non-profit 501c3 which was established in... Read More.

Woodie Seat Freeway Phase 1 Complete

Wednesday, June 26

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan – The City of Hutchinson Engineering Department has received notification from APAC that Phase 1 of the Woodie Seat Freeway Improvements project has been successfully completed. As a result, the traffic control measures have been removed, and the... Read More.

Old K-14 Resurfacing is Set in Reno, Rice Counties

Wednesday, June 26

By Kansas Department of Transportation RENO/RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Resurfacing will start soon on three sections of Old K-14 in Reno and Rice counties. The Kansas Department of Transportation project involves a mill and overlay in Reno County from the south city limits of Nickerson to... Read More.