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Central Christian School Bomb Threat Found Non-Credible

Wednesday, April 22

HUTCINSON, Kan, - A bomb threat late Wednesday morning prompted security responses at Central Christian School and a partial lockdown in the Buhler Schools district near Union Valley. Central Christian School (CCS) reported receiving a bomb threat late Wednesday morning. Out of an abundance... Read More.

Outlet Channel Project at Kanopolis Dam Extended

Wednesday, April 22

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Kansas City District, has announced an extension to the major outlet channel repair project at Kanopolis Dam. The project will now include the placement of additional riprap downstream to increase erosion protection, with an expected completion date in... Read More.

Shooting Suspect Makes Court Appearance

Wednesday, April 22

The man charged in connection with the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden near Inman was back in McPherson County District this morning for a brief hearing. The attorney for Daniel Hawkinson, Charles Lindberg, told District Judge John Klenda there is a... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Names Program Officer to Support Scholarships, Leadership Development

Tuesday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation announces the hiring of Elicia Lance as program officer. Lance joins the foundation’s senior program officer and director of strategy in executing the organization’s programs and initiatives. Among her duties will be to oversee the implementation and evaluation of... Read More.

AI Pioneer Taryn Southern Shares Insights on Creativity, Neurotechnology, and Responsible Use at HCC Lecture

Tuesday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. -Taryn Southern, a Wichita native known for her work combining technology with creativity, presented the 177th Lecture of the Ray and Stella Dillon Lecture Series at Hutchinson Community College on Tuesday. Southern, who is credited with creating one of the world’s first AI-generated... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announced $18.9 Million in Kansas Airport Grants

Tuesday, April 21

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network. The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Millfest on May 2

Tuesday, April 21

New attractions this year include pancake, waffle breakfast; Museum’s restored antique tractor; Notable peak in arts & crafts vendors Millfest returns to Lindsborg on May 2, 2026, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and... Read More.

Larned Man Appeared in Pawnee County District Court Regarding Alleged Felony Child Abuse

Tuesday, April 21

LARNED, Kan. – Derek Damon Delgado, 28 of Larned, Kansas, appeared Monday afternoon in the Pawnee County District Court before Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell regarding an allegation of Felony Child Abuse. The criminal case stems from a joint investigation by the Sedgwick County Exploited and... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Violent Assault in Edwards County

Tuesday, April 21

EDWARDS COUNTY, Kan. – Two men have been arrested following an investigation by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and Edwards County Sheriff’s Office connected to a violent assault in December 2025. On Dec. 8, 2025, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI assist with... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Celebrates Equity Bank Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, April 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Equity Bank’s new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, April 20, 2026. Located at 4101 10th Street, the new facility serves as a regional hub designed to better support... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves Software Move, Rate Studies

Monday, April 20

The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved a move of the city's Tyler Technologies financial, payroll, municipal and police software from hosted servers to the cloud. This proposal was first brought to the Council April 6th, but action was deferred until information on possible cost... Read More.

“Laughter Without Limits”: Comedian Josh Blue Headlines Fundraiser for Beyond Barriers at Hutchinson’s Fox Theatre

Monday, April 20

HUTCHINSON, KANSAS – APRIL 20, 2026 – Save the date for an evening of laughter and philanthropy as Beyond Barriers presents Laughter Without Limits, a special fundraising event featuring renowned comedian Josh Blue on November 7, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Fox Theatre in Hutchinson.... Read More.