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Three Rice County Childcare Facilities Receive Updates Thanks to SEED Grant

Wednesday, December 6

By Karly Frederick, Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Three childcare facilities in Rice County—Little River Learning Center, Sterling Lil Cub Childcare, and Lyons Cornerstone Childcare Center—have received updates and enhancements, thanks to the Strategic Economic Expansion and Development (SEED) Grant provided by... Read More.

Sterling Medical Center Obtains Kansas Vaccines for Children (VFC) Approval

Tuesday, December 5

By Brittany Weis, Sterling Medical Center STERLING, Kan. — Sterling Medical Center, an affiliate of Rice Community Healthcare, is excited to announce its recent approval as a federally funded Kansas Vaccines for Children (VFC) provider, reinforcing the clinic’s dedication to enhancing community health by... Read More.

National “I’ll Fight Day” Comes to Reno County

Tuesday, December 5

By The Salvation Army HUTCHISON, Kan. (Dec. 9, 2023) — The Salvation Army’s I’ll Fight Day comes to the Reno County community this weekend on Saturday, December 9. This year’s $20 Bill Challenge resulted in (75) $20 Bills, which totals $1,500. This also resulted in our... Read More.

“A Tremendous Success” Hutchinson City Council Reflects on Saturday’s Lighted Christmas Parade

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Many positive reactions to Saturday night's Ad Astra Radio Downtown Hutchinson Christmas Parade were reflected in comments made during Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting. Vice-Mayor Greg Fast wasn't able to attend the event, but said he watched the parade from... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Adopt Ordinance Related to Chronic City Code Violators, Enhancing Fines to Start at $500 for First Determination of Chronic Violation

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday adopted an ordinance adding a new section to city codes related to chronic violators of city codes. The ordinance was developed by City Attorney Jeff Houston in the wake of multiple instances of persons being... Read More.

One Killed, One Injured in Wreck Monday Night Near Marion

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd A Centre High School student was killed, and another critically injured in a Monday night crash near Marion. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Dwayne Moenning, 17, of Lost Springs was eastbound on 190th Street, or K-256, just after 6:15... Read More.

Results from the Light Up Hutch Christmas Parade

Monday, December 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The first ever lighted Christmas Parade presented by Ad Astra Radio and Downtown Hutch was a big success Saturday night! We would like to thank all who worked behind the scenes in making the event happen and also thank all who... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Changes to Floodplain Rules and Revisions to Zoning Regulations

Monday, December 4

Highlights from McPherson County Commission Meeting Dec. 4 By Lucky Kidd MCPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission Monday approved new model codes for subdivision regulation and floodplain management, and revisions to zoning regulations and the official zoning map. Planning and Zoning Administrator Jon Kinsey said... Read More.

HFD and Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System to be Presented with Donations to Kick-Start Hope’s Cradle Project

Monday, December 4

By The City of Hutchinson Fire Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department and Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System will be presented with over $33,000 in donations toward the save a child Hope’s Cradle project. This project will allow us to install baby cradles in... Read More.

The Oak Ridge Boys Will Play the 2024 Kansas State Fair

Monday, December 4

Legendary Quartet Set to Perform on Sunday, September 15 By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce that iconic country music group, The Oak Ridge Boys, will perform at the 2024 Fair on Sunday, September 15, at 3:00... Read More.

Shop Local and Win: Great Bend Chamber Incentivize Consumers to Shop Local with Campaign

Saturday, December 2

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce invites holiday shoppers to shop locally during the 2023 holiday shopping window. To incentivize consumers, the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce will be giving away Chamber Gift Certificates... Read More.

Barton’s Minneman Marches in Macy’s Parade

Friday, December 1

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College Barton’s Director of Instrumental Activities Jamie Minneman participated in a once-in-a-lifetime experience last week by marching with the Saluting America's Band Directors (SABD) in the 97th Annual Macy’s Parade in New York City. As part of SABD, Minneman participated... Read More.