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HutchCC Receives Arconic Foundation Grant

Wednesday, June 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) has been selected as the recipient of a $25,000 grant from the Arconic Foundation. The investment has allowed HutchCC to expand its Automation Engineering Technology (AET) labs.”Arconic’s support of our AET program is greatly appreciated,” said Dr.... Read More.

Bikeshare Coming to Lindsborg

Tuesday, June 20

LINDSBORG, Kan. - The city recently announced a partnership with the Occupational Center of Central Kansas (OCCK) to bring Lindsborg Bikeshare to the community this June. The program will promote community health and well-being, active transportation, bike tourism, and Swedish heritage–all goals within the City’s... Read More.

City of Lindsborg Planning for Safety Center Renovation Project

Tuesday, June 20

LINDSBORG, Kan. – One of the primary objectives of the City of Lindsborg’s Strategic Plan is to provide a safe and healthy community with the goal of providing public safety services for all that maintain standards of excellence. Lindsborg’s Public Safety Center located on... Read More.

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Breaks Ground on Their New Water Treatment Plant

Tuesday, June 20

MCPHERSON, Kan. – On Thursday, June 15th, 2023, the McPherson Board of Public Utilities had a groundbreaking ceremony to kick off the beginning of McPherson’s new and sustainable water supply, collectively known as the South Well Field (SWF) Project, with the construction of... Read More.

Interfaith Housing and Community Services Receives Donation to Assist with Veteran Housing Project

Tuesday, June 20

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Plans are moving forward for Interfaith Housing and Community Services’ Veteran Housing Project in South Hutchinson, thanks in part to a recent $20,000 donation from Cargill and the Central Kansas Veteran Community Partnership (CKVCP).A formal check presentation was made on... Read More.

Kansas Firefighters Receive $16.8 million from Kansas Insurance Department

Tuesday, June 20

TOPEKA, Kan. – Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt, today, announced, that the Kansas Insurance Department has made its annual distribution to local Firefighter Relief Associations (FRAs). Pursuant to the Kansas Firefighters Relief Act, $16,863,037.79 has been distributed among 554 local FRAs throughout the state.“Firefighters... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Planning for Annual School Supply Drive

Tuesday, June 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) is again gearing up for the annual School Supply Drive, to be held at Dillons on 5th, and 30th, as well as Walmart in Hutchinson. Firefighters will be out collecting school supplies for children in need on... Read More.

Woman Injured in South Hutchinson Drive-by Shooting, Juvenile is Suspect

Tuesday, June 20

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A South Hutchinson woman was injured in a drive-by shooting incident on Monday, June 19th. According to the South Hutchinson Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 300 block of E 3rd shortly before 5 p.m. Monday in reference to... Read More.

Free Mosquito Dunks Available to Reno County Residents

Tuesday, June 20

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – The Reno County Health Department, in collaboration with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, has been trapping mosquitoes in order to monitor numbers and ascertain potential threats from mosquito-borne illnesses. Recent rains have made conditions ideal for increased numbers.... Read More.

McPherson Rural Appreciation Picnic Thanks Agriculture Producers and Families

Monday, June 19

MCPHERSON, Kan. – Take a break, it’s Rural Appreciation Picnic time. The Rural Appreciation Picnic, organized by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee, is scheduled for Friday, July 21st, 2023. This annual tradition to celebrate the agriculture community has been a special event for... Read More.

McPherson Chamber Recognized with E-Community Loan Activity Award

Monday, June 19

MCPHERSON, Kan. – The McPherson Chamber of Commerce was recently honored with the E-Community Loan Activity Award at the recent 2023 NetWork Kansas annual retreat for the highest number of E-Loans. The Chamber is a partner of NetWork Kansas and administers the McPherson County... Read More.

A Section of 95th Ave in Northwest Reno County to be Closed This Week

Monday, June 19

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – 95th Avenue between Jordan Springs Road and Sylvia Road, will be closed to all through traffic beginning, Monday, June 19th through Thursday, June 22nd, 2023.The closure is for crossroad pipe replacement.