News

Wichita Man Arrested in Connection with Fentanyl-Related Death in Hutchinson

Thursday, August 31

By Lucky Kidd A Wichita man has been arrested in connection with a fentanyl related death in Hutchinson. Officers from the Hutchinson Police Department's Special Operations Division and Reno County Sheriff's Office Drug Enforcement Unit arrested 32-year-old Cedrick Gardner II Wednesday in the 600 block of... Read More.

Safety Stressed for Labor Day Holiday

Thursday, August 31

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol encourages everyone to plan for a safe Labor Day Weekend. Excessive speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. Troopers will be on the roadways enforcing Kansas laws, and available to... Read More.

Barton Performing Arts Department to Host Faculty Recital and Exhibition

Thursday, August 31

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton's Fine and Performing Arts Departments will present the annual Faculty Recital and Exhibition including music, theatre, dance, and visual art at 5:00 p.m. Sept. 14 in the Shafer Gallery. Admission is free, and... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 35 Local Bridge Projects Across Kansas to Receive $42.3M

Thursday, August 31

By Kansas Department of Transportation DODGE CITY, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced that 35 local and off-system bridge projects across the state will receive a combined total of $42.3 million as part of two local bridge improvement... Read More.

Temporary Traffic Signals Installed at 20th & Main and 23rd & Main

Thursday, August 31

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In preparation for the upcoming Kansas State Fair, temporary traffic signals have been installed at 20th & Main and 23rd & Main. From August 30th to September 6th, the temporary traffic signals will be set to flash mode,... Read More.

Mark Wills at the McPherson Opera House Sept. 7

Thursday, August 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — There is still time to purchase tickets for country musician Mark Wills at the Historic McPherson Opera House at 7:30 p.m., on Sept. 7. The “19(90) Somethin’,” Grand Ole Opry member and country music superstar has had 19 singles that graced... Read More.

Gov. Kelly Reappoints Julie Wondra of McPherson to Kansas Board of Accountancy

Wednesday, August 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced two appointments and eight reappointments to the state boards and council on Aug. 28 The Kansas Board of Accountancy carries out the laws and regulations governing certified public accountants in Kansas. One of two who were reappointed... Read More.

Free Expungement and Drug Registry Removal Event Sept 28

Wednesday, August 30

By Kansas Legal Services McPHERSON, Kan. — Kansas Legal Services is hosting an Expungement and Drug Registry Removal Event in McPherson on September 28th. The FREE legal services will be provided by KLS staff and by volunteer attorneys. Expungement and drug registry removal are vital to... Read More.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Sunset Fall Wildflower Photo Tour

Wednesday, August 30

CANTON, Kan. — There will be a photo opportunity for photography enthusiasts on Saturday, Sept. 2 on the Sunset Fall Wildflower Photo Tour from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, 2565 Pueblo Road, in Canton. For close up shots with the... Read More.

Rep. Mann Announces Applications Open for 2023 Military Academy Nominations

Wednesday, August 30

By the Office of U.S. Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) announced the opening of military service academy nominations through his Congressional office. Rep. Mann invites students from the Big First District who wish to pursue military service to... Read More.

The “Dish” on Burnin’ Down Main 2023

Wednesday, August 30

21st Annual Burnin' Down Main Cook-Off and Dessert Contest Oct. 7, 2023 McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Main Street invites you to put your cooking and judging skills to the test on Oct. 7 for the 21st Annual Burnin' Down Main. If you aren't entering in the contests,... Read More.

Wichita Man Arrested in Connection with Fentanyl-Related Death in Hutchinson

Safety Stressed for Labor Day Holiday

Barton Performing Arts Department to Host Faculty Recital and Exhibition

Governor Kelly Announces 35 Local Bridge Projects Across Kansas to Receive $42.3M

Temporary Traffic Signals Installed at 20th & Main and 23rd & Main

Mark Wills at the McPherson Opera House Sept. 7

Gov. Kelly Reappoints Julie Wondra of McPherson to Kansas Board of Accountancy

Free Expungement and Drug Registry Removal Event Sept 28

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Sunset Fall Wildflower Photo Tour

Rep. Mann Announces Applications Open for 2023 Military Academy Nominations

The “Dish” on Burnin’ Down Main 2023

CURRENT WEATHER

CURRENT OBITUARIES

George Lawrence Weber, Sr.

BettyRae Wallace

Sr. Virginia Burgardt

Steven H. Fairchild