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Discussion of Removing the Kansas State Fairgrounds Race Track During Council Meeting

Tuesday, August 1

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Removal of the dirt race track at the Kansas State Fairgrounds was brought before the Hutchinson City Council during the public comment portion of the meeting on Aug. 1, with City Council members voicing concerns about not only the... Read More.

City of McPherson Approves Incentive Program for Water Park Employees

Tuesday, August 1

Highlights from the City of McPherson Commission Meeting Aug. 1 By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — On Aug. 1, the McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a 2023-24 agreement with USD 418 for school crossing guards and crossing guard supervisor. Under the agreement the school district will... Read More.

U.S. 281 Resurfacing in Stafford County to Begin

Tuesday, August 1

By Kansas Department of Transportation STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Work will start soon on a U.S. 281 resurfacing project in Stafford County. The Kansas Department of Transportation project – a surface recycle and chip seal -- will be on U.S. 281 from the U.S. 50 junction... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Raises $89,643.05 During Area School Drive

Tuesday, August 1

By the Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In just three days the Hutchinson Fire Department’s (HFD) 2023 School Supply Drive raised $89,643.05 for the children of Reno County.In just its sixth year, donations surpassed the 2022 drive total by a little over $20,000. Each... Read More.

7th Annual Veterans Awareness Expo

Tuesday, August 1

Information provided by Patty Gnefkow (President/CEO of Vet-To-Vet Support Command) WICHITA, Kan. — The 7th Annual Veterans Awareness Expo will be on Aug. 5 from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., and is a FREE event open to the public at the Mid-America All-Indian Museum,Read More.

KDOT Approved Bids for July Highway Construction and Maintenance Projects

Tuesday, August 1

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place July 19, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Looking for Models by Aug. 15

Tuesday, August 1

By the Kansas State FairHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is looking for models of all kinds to help tell a story for the 2023 Kansas State Fair in photos and videos Sept. 8-17 in Hutchinson. No previous modeling experience is required, just... Read More.

TECH, Inc. Introduces New Rental Business

Tuesday, August 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — TECH, Inc. has a new business venture that they are excited to introduce to Reno County. Rise Event Rentals is an event rental company that was created from a long partnership with Kitty Keazer and Details Event Planning and Rentals.... Read More.

Listening Tours with U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann This Week

Tuesday, August 1

KANSAS — U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann is making 16 stops through Kansas this week starting today, Aug. 1 through Thursday Aug. 3. Mann plans to visit with Kansans and listen to their thoughts and concerns to represent the Big First District in Congress."My team and... Read More.

Marquette Chamber Update for July

Monday, July 31

By the Marquette Chamber of CommerceMARQUETTE, Kan. — Hayley has prepared the first draft for the new Community Foundation grant program and it is currently under review by the Chamber.The Chamber has voted to issue a $4K match for the Community Foundation fund. Hitting... Read More.

Hospital Sales Tax Renewal on 2024 McPherson County Ballot

Monday, July 31

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Renewal of a half percent sales tax supporting the three hospitals in McPherson County will be on the ballot in 2024. The exact date is yet to be determined. Funds from that tax are vital to the financial well... Read More.

Field Survey Set for Proposed U.S. 50 Bridge Replacement

Monday, July 31

By Kansas Department of Transportation A field survey is expected to begin around Monday, Aug. 7, for a proposed bridge replacement on U.S. 50 west of Hutchinson. The survey will be for a bridge replacement over Sugar Creek, near Abbyville, and shown on the map. The length of the... Read More.