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Governor Kelly Announces Over $57M for Safer Streets and Roads in Kansas 

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced fourteen Kansas communities have secured over $45.7 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program. “The Safe Streets and Roads for All program ensures that our communities have the resources to... Read More.

Avenue A to Reopen Tuesday as Woodie Seat Progresses

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [January 23, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson is pleased to announce that West Avenue A from South Adams Street to South Madison Street will reopen to eastbound and westbound traffic on Tuesday, January 27, at noon. This reopening marks a significant milestone... Read More.

Canton Galva USD 419 Names New Superintendent

CANTON/GALVA, Kan. — Ty Poell has been selected as the new Superintendent of Canton Galva USD 419. Poell, who interviewed for the position Monday, was one of two finalists interviewed to succeed retiring superintendent Jim Struber. Poell is currently a middle school language arts and social... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Welcomes New Board Members

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is pleased to welcome Jodie Hess and Jeremy Stauffacher as new members of its Board of Directors. Both bring valuable professional experience and a strong commitment to community service which will support the mission and... Read More.

Moore Named New CEO of Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic

ELLINWOOD, Kan. - After an extensive search, the Board of Trustees at Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic have named Troy Moore, DPT, as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). "We are excited to welcome Troy as our new CEO.  He brings a proven track record of... Read More.

Hillsboro City Administrator Named New Saline County Administrator

SALINA, Kan. — Pending finalization of an employment contract, Matthew (Matt) Stiles will be joining Saline County as its new County Administrator, effective April 13. Stiles is currently City Administrator in Hillsboro, and has past experience as City Administrator in South Hutchinson, Assistant City... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $2.6M for Airport Infrastructure

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced ten Kansas communities have secured over $2.5 million in federal Infrastructure and Investment Jobs Act (IIJA) funding from the Federal Aviation Administration’s Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program. “Investing in Kansas’ airport infrastructure is crucial to enhancing connectivity and supporting local economies across the state,” Governor Laura Kelly said. "I'm pleased that these projects are receiving vital infrastructure grants, which will not... Read More.

Hutchinson Leaders Deliver Optimistic State of the City Address

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Reno County Chamber of Commerce hosted its monthly Membership breakfast on Wednesday, featuring an upbeat State of the City Address delivered by Vice Mayor Greg Fast and City Manager Enrico Villegas. The leaders highlighted significant financial recovery, progress on major... Read More.