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Marquette Chamber Update for July

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.

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

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.

McPherson County Spelling Bee

The McPherson, Moundridge, Marquette, and Canton libraries are competing against each other in a battle of spelling on Aug. 25. Each public library participating will bring their three best spellers from their communities to compete in an adult spelling bee at the Hub Brick... Read More.

Hesston Community Foundation Receives Over $77K During Campaign Event

HESSTON, Kan. — Just over $77,000 was raised during the Give.Match..Grow Hesston! campaign and $70,000 of that amount will be matched through the Patterson Family Foundation matching grant.The foundation said they are very grateful for the community's donations and for the opportunity to further... Read More.

Planning and Zoning Application Fees to Increase in September

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works had to halt their overlay projects for this year after running out of aggregate materials. Public Works Director Tom Kramer said the current supplier's capacity to haul the needed ¾ inch road is less than what they... Read More.

Newton Approves Next Steps for 71-Home Addition

Rundown by the City of Newton Public Information Office (this does not represent official Commission minutes) NEWTON, Kan. — The Newton City Commission Meeting began at 7 p.m. on July 25, 2023, and the City Commission first set a public hearing for Sept. 12 to establish a... Read More.

Have You Paid Your 2022 Real Estate Taxes?

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County has provided a list for taxpayers prior to a future newspaper publication required by state law. Changes in address, mailing errors, and other miscommunication often result in taxpayers missing a payment. This notice is an effort to reach... Read More.

ReUse It Center Donates $4,500 for the Month of July

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center, located at 120 S US Highway 81 Bypass in McPherson was able to donate a total of $4,500 for the month of July."When you shop in our store you help support those in need in our community,"... Read More.