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MCCF Awards Marquette and Inman Communities at Community Celebrations

Thursday, March 5

This week, McPherson County Community Foundation had the opportunity to spend time in both Marquette and Inman as part of the community celebrations. At each event, foundation staff connected with community members and shared more about the foundation’s impact while guests enjoyed snacks... Read More.

Former Salina Central Wrestling Coach Facing Child Pornography Charges

Thursday, March 5

A former wrestling coach at Salina Central High School is facing federal charges alleging he clandestinely (secretly) filmed minors showering during a high school sporting event in 2024. Ryan Brungardt, 37, is charged with two counts of production of child pornography and one of... Read More.

USD 418 Superintendent to Become ESSDACK Executive Director

Thursday, March 5

Along with taking the next steps on projects McPherson USD 418 voters approved bonds for Tuesday, the USD 418 Board of Education now needs to find a new Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Shiloh Vincent, who has served as Superintendent since 2020 and has spent... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Thankful for Cool Wet Weather

Wednesday, March 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department would like to thank Mother Nature for her cool, wet weather this week, which has given us a break. Last week, we were busy with two grass fires that could have been very detrimental to our community. The... Read More.

Hutchinson Voters Approve Sales Tax Proposal

Wednesday, March 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 4, 2026]- Hutchinson voters approved the city sales tax question during the March 3, 2026 special election. Beginning October 1, 2026, the additional 0.75% city sales tax will go into effect. The tax will remain in place through September 30, 2036 and can be... Read More.

Spring Break Activities at FHSU Kansas Wetlands Education Center

Wednesday, March 4

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) will host a variety of free daily hands-on activities each afternoon of Spring Break, March 16-20, providing a chance for people to get out and explore the diversity of the wetlands. A different... Read More.

Newton USD 373 Voters Approve $50M Bond Issue Tuesday

Tuesday, March 3

NEWTON, Kan. — Voters in Newton USD 373 gave overwhelming approval to a $50M bond issue Tuesday. Unofficial results from the Harvey County Clerk's Office indicated 2.316 votes were cast in favor to 2,116 votes against. Most of this bond will go towards projects at... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Bond Questions Pass in Special Election

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The fourth time proved to be the charm for McPherson USD 418, as voters Tuesday approved both bond questions submitted to them in a special election. Unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office indicated Question 1, a $62.6 million project which... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Proposed Sales Tax Question Passes in Special Election

Tuesday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The final unofficial results for the City of Hutchinson’s Special Question came in Tuesday night just before 8:30p.m. The proposed additional ¾ cent general retailers sales tax was adopted, authorizing the Hutchinson City Council to levy the additional sales tax for the... Read More.

McPherson Chamber to Host Annual Legislative Update

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee invites the community to its annual Legislative Update on March 7 at 9:00 a.m. at Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU), 2090 E. Ave. A. The gathering is designed to support civic engagement and help... Read More.

McPherson, Salina Residents Selected for 2026 Leadership Kansas Program

Tuesday, March 3

Kasi Morales of McPherson, Jacob Wood (Salina) and Renee Duxler (Salina), have been selected to be part of the 2026 Leadership Kansas program. They are among 40 people selected to be part of The Kansas Chamber program that is dedicated to developing and inspiring leaders... Read More.

Data From Second Year of Reno County Survey Shows Consistent Themes

Tuesday, March 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Pride and progress in a community don’t always start with a large, headline-grabbing project. They can also start with what residents see every day — active storefronts, well-kept properties, safe streets and signs of forward movement. According to the 1,144 residents... Read More.