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Great Bend High School Named 2023 All-Star School

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Kansas Board of Regents recently published the list of 2023 All-Star High Schools, which included Great Bend High School. The “All-Star” designation is the culmination of numerous programs implemented by GBHS staff in the area of college and career... Read More.

City Approves Three of Six Applications Seeking ARPA Funds

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Three of six applications seeking ARPA funding for housing projects will receive funding approved by the Hutchinson City Council July 19. The city had requests for just under 720 thousand dollars in funding, and since only 591 thousand was available a... Read More.

McPherson Commissioners Approve Moratorium on Health Insurance

MCPHERSON, Kan. - On July 18, The McPherson City Commission approved a moratorium on health insurance premium payments for the month of September.  Under City policy when the amount in the city's health insurance reserve exceeds a certain level health insurance premium charges can be... Read More.

4th Annual Bridgebuilder’s Barbecue

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On July 27, for the fourth year in a row, there will be a barbecue event called the Bridgebuilder’s BBQ, a joint effort between the NAACP Youth and Hutchinson Police Department. Heather Jobe, NAACP Youth Advisor said the BBQ was created after... Read More.

Capper Project Dedication Set for July 24

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation   Hutchinson, Kan — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, along with the Kansas State Fair set the date for the dedication of the Capper Project for Monday, July 24, 2023 at 3 PM at the House of Capper on the Kansas State... Read More.

McPherson Public Schools Offering New Virtual Program

By McPherson Public Schools   McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Public Schools has announced a new endeavor to better serve local students. Beginning in the 2023-24 school year, McPherson Public Schools is offering a virtual program for select 9th-12th grade students. This program will provide a unique, local... Read More.

Salvation Army Cooling Center Combats the Heat

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army of Reno County will not only have their doors open to the community as per usual, but they are also open as a cooling center. According to Major Paul James of the Salvation Army Cooling Center, each summer... Read More.

Rice Park Splash Pad Announcement

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — According to the City of Hutchinson, the Rice Park Splash Pad, located at 2112 N Hendricks Street has been having pump issues and is currently operating intermittently. They stated that the Park staff is working to replace the faulty pump as... Read More.

IdeaTek Expands Fiber Internet to McPherson

By IdeaTek   MCPHERSON, Kan. - Thanks to an overwhelming response from residents, IdeaTek is expanding its popular ultra-fast fiber internet to McPherson residents and businesses. This expansion will give thousands of additional households access to gigabit speeds at affordable prices. The first zone was connected earlier... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Currently Hiring 

By the Hutchinson Fire Department  HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department is an organization of continuous improvement that takes pride in improving its commitment to the community and has confirmed International Accreditation as well as a Class 1 rating with the Insurance Service Organization... Read More.