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Be Aware of Thin Ice

Wednesday, November 29

By the City of McPherson MCPHERSON, Kan. (Nov. 28, 2023) — Don’t be fooled! Be safe and watch out for thin ice, even when temperatures are cold. As the weather continues to cool, the City of McPherson is warning the community to stay off lakes and... Read More.

Will You Help a Rice County Child for the Holidays?

Tuesday, November 28

Local banks seek support for children on Rice County Giving Trees By Raechel Manley, First Bank STERLING, Kan. — Three Rice County banks are on the mission to support children in need this holiday season. The annual Rice County Giving Trees can be found at... Read More.

LPGC to Host League Meeting for Upcoming Winter Simulator League

Tuesday, November 28

By Ad Astra News LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons Public Golf Course (LPGC) will be hosting a League Meeting for their upcoming Winter Simulator League on Wednesday, Dec. 13 at 6 p.m. in their Pro-Shop. The LPGC Staff is also asking for input on their... Read More.

USD 308 Board Approves Hiring Lead Negotiator for Contract Discussions with Hutchinson NEA, David Cunningham

Tuesday, November 28

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education Monday approved a package of policy revisions from the Kansas Association of the School Boards for which action was deferred from earlier this year. All three of these policies implement changes in... Read More.

Over $12M Awarded to Fall 2023 KDOT Cost Share Projects

Tuesday, November 28

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed announced today that more than $12 million state dollars will be awarded to 16 transportation construction projects across Kansas through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Cost Share... Read More.

All Schools Day Theme Selection Vote Underway

Tuesday, November 28

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — What should the theme be for the 2024 McPherson County All Schools Day be? You can help decide it. Five theme possibilities have been submitted to the public, and you can select the one you like on the Read More.

City of McPherson’s North Main Fire Station Groundbreaking to Take Place Dec. 12

Tuesday, November 28

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Groundbreaking for the new North Main fire station in McPherson will take place Dec. 12. Mayor Tom Brown announced the date for that during Tuesday's City Commission meeting. Time and other details will be announced at a later date. During... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces New Path Forward on State License Plate

Tuesday, November 28

Rescinds License Plate Proposal, Will Establish Public Input Process By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Department of Revenue will pause production on the license plate design revealed last Wednesday and create a process to... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Approves Policy Revisions at Regular Meeting Monday

Tuesday, November 28

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education held their regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 27th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. There was one Board Action Item titled: KASB Policy Update. Three Board policies were recommended to be revised to bring... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $5M to Expand Access to High-Speed Internet in Rural Kansas Communities

Tuesday, November 28

Total Investment of Nearly $12M Made Through Matching Funds By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $5 million has been awarded to eight internet service providers (ISPs) in the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants for 2023. The... Read More.

“Festival of Christmas” Returns Nov. 28 and Dec. 1 & 3

Monday, November 27

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor Performing Arts will open the Christmas season with the second annual “Festival of Christmas.” The week will feature three programs from Tabor’s Contemporary Christian Music teams, Symphonic Band & Concert Choir, and the annual performance of Handel’s “Messiah.” Each event... Read More.

Unusual Art Exhibit at Sterling College

Monday, November 27

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — The latest art exhibition at the Sterling College Art Center Gallery does not feature watercolor or oil painting or even photography. Instead, the show will feature a variety of cartoon characters as well as video game imagery and even... Read More.