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Reno County Health Department Honors Pam Adrian Retiring at County Commission Meeting

Wednesday, July 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Pam Adrian was recognized at the start of the Reno County Commission meeting for her retirement after serving 25 years with the Reno County Health Department.Also at the meeting, Health Department Director Karla Nichols shared words of thanks and presented Adrian... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Responds to Lawsuit Findings

Wednesday, July 26

KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol sent out a statewide update reviewing the Court’s recent decision and said they respect the Judge’s conclusions and recommendations.On July 20, the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas dismissed the federal lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and... Read More.

Hillsboro Fire Department Volunteer Offering CPR Certification Classes

Wednesday, July 26

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Hillsboro Fire Department volunteer Matt Hein is offering to teach CPR classes to groups or offices needing CPR certifications.Hein is a 14-year veteran of the Hillsboro Fire Department and a volunteer for Marion County EMS. In addition to being a long-time... Read More.

MeadowLARK Grant Program Expands Apprenticeship Opportunities in Kansas

Wednesday, July 26

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — On July 24, Governor Laura Kelly announced that the Kansas Office of Apprenticeship launched the MeadowLARK — Leading Apprenticeship Results in Kansas — Initiative to expand the state’s Registered Apprenticeship opportunities further.“MeadowLARK is an important tool that will be... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Receives Childcare Program Update; Approves Virtual School Handbook

Tuesday, July 25

By USD 308 Board of Education HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ashley Webster, Director of Head Start, gave an update to the board. This included information about Parents as Teachers, Pre-K classrooms, USD 308 child care center, Reno County Head Start, and Reno County Education Cooperative. Information... Read More.

Eden Quispe and Kammy Downs Showcase Artwork at Red Barn Studio

Tuesday, July 25

By the Red Barn Studio Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Red Barn Studio Museum is excited to shine a spotlight on two talented artists during the week of August 1-5, Eden Quispe and Kammy Downs. Their residency will provide them with a focused workspace... Read More.

Five Exhibitions on Display through August 6 at Birger Sandzen

Tuesday, July 25

By Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery LINDSBORG, Kan. — Five exhibitions continue at the Birger Sandzén Memorial Gallery through Aug. 6. The shows include Mexican art from the Moffett Collection; paintings and prints by Doug Osa of Olathe; art by Kelly Yarbrough and Clive Fullagar... Read More.

USD 313 Looks Into Possible Home for Ad Astra Academies

Tuesday, July 25

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — A new option for a home for Buhler USD 313's Ad Astra Academies may be in the works.At a special noon meeting Tuesday, the USD 313 Board of Education authorized Superintendent Cindy Couchman to negotiate for the purchase of... Read More.

Online Enrollment Now Available for Haven USD 312 Students

Tuesday, July 25

HAVEN, Kan. — USD 312 Superintendent Craig Idacavage announced the launch of the new online enrollment option for students at USD 312 Public Schools. This platform allows parents/guardians to enroll their child in the district from the comfort of their home, at their convenience.To... Read More.

Hydrant Flushing Happening this Week in Sterling

Tuesday, July 25

By the City of Sterling STERLING, Kan. — The City of Sterling will be flushing hydrants throughout this week. During this time you may experience discolored water, low water pressure and the presence of sediment out of your tap. The water is still safe to... Read More.

Larned State Hospital Names Dr. Lindsey Dinkel as New Superintendent

Tuesday, July 25

By the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) Secretary Laura Howard announced on July 24 that Dr. Lindsey Dinkel has been appointed Superintendent at Larned State Hospital (LSH) effective August 20, 2023, when... Read More.

Great Bend Artist to Work on 2 Downtown McPherson Murals

Tuesday, July 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — A contract with Great Bend artist Melanie Ryan to do work on two of the downtown McPherson Murals was approved by the City Commission Tuesday. This work includes restoration and repair of the Maxwell Wildlife mural at Main and Sutherland and... Read More.