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Bethany College to Honor Two Retirees Wednesday

Saturday, June 20

Bethany College is hosting a retirement reception for Dean of Enrollment Vicki Cornett and Registrar and Director of Institutional Research and Academic Innovation Mark Bandre, PhD, for their years of dedicated service and lasting impact to the college Wednesday from 4:30 until 6 at... Read More.

Kansas 4-H Names State Project Award Recipients

Friday, June 19

Annual honors announced during Emerald Circle celebration MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas 4-H Youth Development program has recognized 34 youth as state project award recipients. "Being a state project recipient is a reflection of a young person's dedication, growth, and commitment to making a difference... Read More.

Wild AboutWellness Draws Nearly 500 Community Members for Evening of Family Fun and MentalWellness

Friday, June 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Center for Counseling & Consultation welcomed nearly 500 community members to Brit Spaugh Zoo on June 18 for its inaugural Wild About Wellness event, an evening dedicated to promoting mental wellness through fun, interactive experiences for children and families. Designed... Read More.

Overnight Water Valve Replacement Scheduled at 30th Avenue and Plum Street

Friday, June 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [June 19, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson Utility Department will perform a planned water valve replacement at the intersection of 30th Avenue and Plum Street beginning at 12:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 25. Preparation for the project has begun as crews excavate... Read More.

The Curtain Rises on Excitement: Fox Theatre to Unveil Spectacular 2026–2027 Live Season

Friday, June 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Something exciting is coming to the stage at Hutchinson's Historic Fox Theatre, and you won't want to miss the reveal. The Fox Theatre invites the community to join in the excitement on Thursday, July 2, for the official announcement of its highly... Read More.

MCCF, Affiliates Announce June Grants

Friday, June 19

The McPherson County Community Foundation, Marquette Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for June 2026. This cycle the Foundation released over $72,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from four different community funds. McPherson County General Grants ... Read More.

Concert Tickets Officially On-Sale for 14th Annual Party in the Park

Friday, June 19

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The 14th Annual Party in the Park concert lineup is officially set as Great Bend welcomes rising country star Dylan Schneider and local favorites HomeBrew to the stage at Al Burns Field. Early-bird concert tickets are officially on sale and can be... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Extinguishes Fire on Cactus Drive

Friday, June 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Thursday June 18, 2026 - At 12:14 the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 5903 N Cactus Drive for a structure fire. When units arrived on scene, they found a 30X40 shop with a large amount of smoke coming from the eves.... Read More.

McPherson Center For Health Transitioning Electronic Health Records July 1st

Friday, June 19

On July 1, McPherson Center for Health will transition to a new electronic health record system, MEDITECH Expanse, bringing a more connected and convenient healthcare experience to patients throughout the community. This investment will improve how care is delivered by enhancing communication between care... Read More.

Cornerstone Armory Building Pathways to Employment, Opportunity and Community Success

Thursday, June 18

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Strengthening communities begins with investing in people, and Cornerstone Armory is doing just that through a growing network of outreach programs designed to support individuals and families across Barton County and surrounding rural communities. Since officially launching in November 2025, Cornerstone Armory... Read More.

No Contest Plea Entered in 2024 Shooting Incident in Inman

Thursday, June 18

A plea agreement has been entered in connection with a December 2024 incident in Inman where shots were fired at two homes and a vehicle. Benjamin Schwindt pleaded no contest June 11 to one count of criminal discharge of a firearm in return for... Read More.

January Shooting Death Suspect Charged in Separate Battery Case

Thursday, June 18

A new case has been filed against a rural McPherson man facing voluntary manslaughter charges in the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden southwest of Inman. The new case filed June 9, 2026 by McPherson County Attorney Jennifer Wyatt charges Daniel Hawkinson with... Read More.