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Celebrate Safely This Independence Day with Tips from the Experts

Tuesday, June 25

Prevent Fireworks Related Injuries this July 4 By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Office of the State Fire Marshal (KSFM) and Safe Kids Kansas would like to share some important safety tips to ensure that all... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Shaun Day as Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Instrumental Music

Monday, June 24

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (June 17, 2024) — Bethany College is proud to announce the appointment of Shaun Day as the new Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Instrumental Music. Day brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for music... Read More.

Newest Hotel in McPherson Candlewood Suites Celebrates with Community at Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Monday, June 24

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Candlewood Suites, the newest hotel in McPherson officially celebrated with the community during a chamber ribbon cutting on Thursday, June 20. “Hotels are one of the first impressions that people often have of a town, so the fact that we... Read More.

Increased Activity of Vector-Borne Diseases Identified in Kansas

Monday, June 24

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment While ticks and mosquitoes are a natural part of our environment, it is important to know that some may transmit harmful diseases. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) tracks illnesses caused by ticks and... Read More.

Celebrate Independence Day in Style at Red, White, & Brews

Monday, June 24

By AS Designed Co HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready for an explosive celebration as AS Designed Co. and Carrie's Beer Garden present Red, White, & Brews on June 28th and 29th at Carrie's Beer Garden and Charlie's Wine Garden, located at the Kansas State Fairgrounds. Bring... Read More.

Objections Board Rejects Residency Complaint Against GOP Candidate for Kansas House

Friday, June 21

By Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — A state panel agreed Friday to allow Republican Kyler Sweely to remain on the ballot as a candidate for a Kansas House seat in a Hutchinson district, despite concerns that he appears not to be living... Read More.

Hutch Chamber to Host Primary Election Candidate Forum

Friday, June 21

By the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 22, 2024) — As the Primary Election draws near, the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce announced today they will be hosting a forum for Reno County Commission and Kansas State Legislature candidates that will be appearing on... Read More.

Hutchinson High School Class of 2004 to Celebrate 20-Year Reunion at the Kansas Cosmosphere

Friday, June 21

By the Hutchinson High School Graduating Class of 2004 HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson High School graduating class of 2004 is excited to announce its 20-year reunion, set to take place on Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at the Kansas Cosmosphere. Salthawks from the class of... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, June 21

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum... Read More.

MCCF Announces State Tax Credits Available when Supporting Cradle to Crayons

Friday, June 21

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Commerce has recently awarded multiple non-profit organizations throughout the state Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits. McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) shared that Cradle to Crayons of Moundridge has received $166,600 in... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bill Providing Tax Cuts for All Kansans

Friday, June 21

Gov. Kelly Also Signs Legislation Approving Economic Development Tool to Attract Professional Sports Teams to the State By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that she has signed Senate Bill 1, bipartisan legislation that will provide tax... Read More.

Enjoy Art, Live Music and Pie at the SVAFC 8th Annual Pie & Ice Cream Social July 12th

Thursday, June 20

By Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center LINDSBORG, Kan. — On Friday, July 12, at 8 p.m., Smoky Valley Arts & Folklife Center will host the annual Pie and Ice Cream Social and pie judging contest on the lawn of the Red Barn Studio Museum,... Read More.