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Barton Dance Theatre to Host “Friday Night Line Dancing”

Monday, October 9

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Get your boots or dancing shoes ready for “Friday Night Line Dancing” class at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 in Studio 34 (located at the south end of campus) and join us for an unforgettable... Read More.

Barton Community College to Host Great Bend Chamber After Hours Family Friendly Event at Camp Aldrich

Monday, October 9

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Cinnamon rolls, cider, chili, wine, beer, and multiple giveaways will be available at the family-friendly “After Hours” free event from 5-7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Camp Aldrich, hosted by Barton Community College in conjunction with... Read More.

Schmidt Honored for Fall Teacher of Promise

Monday, October 9

By Sterling College Sterling College Education Student Sydney Schmidt, of Colwich, Kan., was recognized at the 2023 Dale Dennis Kansas Teacher of the Year Banquet as a “Teacher of Promise.” The banquet was held at the Wichita Marriott Hotel on September 23. “This is a... Read More.

Pumpkins and Persistence Pays Off at Walters’ Pumpkin Patch in Kansas

Monday, October 9

Go big or gourd home at this pumpkin patch in Butler County By Sheridan Wimmer, Kansas Living BUTLER COUNTY, Kan. — The Walters started their pumpkin patch in 1986 because of Becky’s love of horticulture. She had been working at a greenhouse in El Dorado... Read More.

Youth Services Director Shelly Bredemeier to Retire after 35 Years of Service

Monday, October 9

By Reno County Kansas Government RENO COUNTY, Kan. — After 35 years of service to Reno County, Shelly Bredemeier is retiring as Director of Reno County Youth Services, 219 West Second Ave., and her last day will be on December 22, 2023. Bredemeier began working at... Read More.

More than $6.2M Awarded for Law Enforcement Safety and Security Equipment

Sunday, October 8

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced that more than $6.2 million from the Local Safety and Security Equipment (LSSE) grant program was awarded to 72 Kansas law enforcement, fire, emergency medical services, and 911 communications agencies. The... Read More.

Raising Hope for Reno County, United Way’s Campaign Underway

Saturday, October 7

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County's annual campaign started on Sept. 1, and the organization is getting ready for quite a few fundraisers this fall. Starla Wells, one of two resource development representatives working on fund development said the campaign goal... Read More.

Reno County Child Care Task Force Seeks Projects for Capital Projects Fund Accelerator Grant

Friday, October 6

By the Reno County Child Care Task Force HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Child Care Task Force is currently seeking interest from community partners who would like to be part of a collaborative application to the Kansas’ Capital Projects Fund Accelerator Grant opportunity. The CPF... Read More.

Community Fund Grant Ceremony and Unite for Rice County Match Week

Friday, October 6

By Ad Astra News STERLING, Kan. — Join the Rice County Community Foundation for the Community Fund Grant Ceremony on Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. at Studio 96 in Sterling. It will be a day of celebration, community spirit and a day for making a... Read More.

Steel Skarecrow Liquid Courage Video Release Party and Live Show

Friday, October 6

By Brenna Eller WICHITA, Kan. — Steel Skarecrow invites you to their video release party and live show at Wichita Union Stockyard on Friday the 13th. Doors will open at 7 p.m., at 6251 W. MacArthur Rd., Southwest Wichita, and it will be $10 admission at... Read More.

Paint Party – What, Here, Now

Thursday, October 5

By Irene Nielsen LINDSBORG, Kan. — Prairie Paint Parties will address fun art expressions for a special time for adults and junior adults. Couples, clubs, travelers, and more often seek an authentic experience of prairie living. Mid Kansas is known for celebrating arts. This is... Read More.

Inman Match Week: Oct. 6 through Oct. 12

Thursday, October 5

By McPherson County Community Foundation INMAN, Kan. — McPherson County Community Foundation's partnering foundation the Inman Community Foundation has received a grant to increase the amount that they can match for their upcoming Match Week 2023. This grant, gifted from the Patterson Family Foundation, will provide... Read More.