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Ye Old Mill Preservation and Renewal Campaign Underway

Wednesday, March 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – An enthusiastic group gathered Wednesday morning in front of Ye Old Mill on the Kansas State Fairgrounds to celebrate the official kickstart of the Ye Old Mill Preservation and Renewal Campaign. Bridgette Jobe, Director of the Kansas Tourism Division, presented a check... Read More.

Farm Incident in Southeast Allen County Claims Life of Two-Year-Old

Wednesday, March 18

A two-year-old girl has died of injuries sustained in a Monday evening farm incident in southeast Allen County. According to the Allen County Sheriff's Office, the Allen County Communications Center received a 911 call from the child's mother who reported the child had been ran... Read More.

ReUse It Center Presents February Check Donations

Tuesday, March 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center has presented check donations for the month of February to the following local organizations: The Omega Project The Omega Project is a multi-faceted, faith based recovery program that emphasizes heart level changes of men and women. We offer lifestyle... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Invites the Community to Water Treatment Open House

Tuesday, March 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 17, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson is inviting residents to get a behind-the-scenes look at how safe, reliable water services are delivered every day during a Water Utilities Open House on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. This... Read More.

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Bring the 2026 American Tour to United Wireless Arena

Tuesday, March 17

DODGE CITY, Kan. (March 17, 2026) — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks is excited to announce that AARON LEWIS AND THE STATELINERS will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, June 20th. For his 2026 AMERICAN TOUR. Doors will open at 6:00 PM on... Read More.

Mill and Overlay to Begin West of Kingman

Tuesday, March 17

KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) will begin an overlay project on U.S 54 in Kingman County on March 30. The project will improve the road surface, extending the pavement’s service life. Work will occur on approximately 5 miles of U.S. 54... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Equipment Purchases, Prepares for Retirement Celebration and Upcoming Events

Monday, March 16

LYONS, Kan. — A number of equipment purchases were approved during Monday night's Lyons City Council meeting, including a $96,000 purchase of a tandem axle trailer jet. This unit, which has a 700 gallon water capacity and is being purchased through Key Equipment and... Read More.

Lyons City Council Votes to Remove Police Chief

Monday, March 16

LYONS, Kan. — On a 5-2 vote with one member absent, the Lyons City Council voted Monday night to remove Police Chief Justin Holliday for cause. Holliday had been placed on paid administrative leave on Feb. 17 by Mayor Alicia Hommon, which was extended... Read More.

Evergy Announces Hometown Grant Finalists

Monday, March 16

Public vote will determine three winners for grants up to $10,000 KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 16, 2026) — Evergy selected 10 finalists from a record number of applications for the 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program. The finalists are now up for public... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health Launches Menopause Clinic to Support Women’s Midlife Health

Monday, March 16

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health’s Rural Health Clinic (RHC) is expanding its services to include a dedicated menopause clinic, providing specialized care and support for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Over the past year, providers at McPherson Center for Health have seen a... Read More.

High Nitrate Levels in Yoder Area Water District; Project Underway to Reduce Levels

Monday, March 16

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on March 4, 2026. The level tested at 13 mg/L, which exceeds the Kansas... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire in 800 Block of E. 8th Street

Monday, March 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Fire responded to a report of a structure fire in the 800 block of East 8th Street. Upon arrival, crews found a small exterior fire at the rear of the residence. Firefighters were able to make an aggressive exterior attack,... Read More.

Ye Old Mill Preservation and Renewal Campaign Underway

Farm Incident in Southeast Allen County Claims Life of Two-Year-Old

ReUse It Center Presents February Check Donations

City of Hutchinson Invites the Community to Water Treatment Open House

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Bring the 2026 American Tour to United Wireless Arena

Mill and Overlay to Begin West of Kingman

Lyons City Council Approves Equipment Purchases, Prepares for Retirement Celebration and Upcoming Events

Lyons City Council Votes to Remove Police Chief

Evergy Announces Hometown Grant Finalists

McPherson Center for Health Launches Menopause Clinic to Support Women’s Midlife Health

High Nitrate Levels in Yoder Area Water District; Project Underway to Reduce Levels

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire in 800 Block of E. 8th Street

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