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Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to 700 Block of Avenue C for Garage Fire

Sunday, November 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 3:40 p.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to 719 E Avenue C for a garage fire. Upon arrival, crews found heavy smoke coming from the garage. Crews made an aggressive interior attack on the garage where they found fire... Read More.

MHS Foreign Exchange Student Gets First Hand Look at Thanksgiving Dinner

Friday, November 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — Among the many volunteers who helped out at Thursday's McPherson Community Thanksgiving Dinner was one for whom this was a new experience – Thanksgiving in general, not just this dinner.Jorge Juarez, a foreign exchange student at McPherson High School from... Read More.

McPherson County Toy Run Parade Canceled, Other Events Still On

Friday, November 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — Due to forecast rain, wind, and cold temperatures, the McPherson County Toy Run parade for Saturday has been cancelledThe Sloppy Joe Feed, toy auction and toy-turn in at the McPherson American Legion IS STILL ON. That will begin Saturday afternoon at... Read More.

Another Facility Option for USD 418 Presented, Preliminary Survey Results Released

Wednesday, November 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — There is yet another option on the table for facility improvements in McPherson USD 418. A concept presented by architect Duane Cash to the USD 418 Board of Education at a special meeting Tuesday night is one that makes a couple... Read More.

Hutchinson Garage Fire Contained, One Hospitalized for Smoke Inhalation

Wednesday, November 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At 6:55 a.m. the Hutchinson Fire Department was called to the 3500 block of Blanchard SW for a structure fire.Upon the arrival of the first fire engine, they found an attached garage that had heavy smoke coming from it.The crew made... Read More.

Lofton Presented with 2025 Governor’s Tourism Award

Wednesday, November 26

The 2025 recipient of the Governor’s Tourism Award was awarded to Holly Lofton, Director of the Lindsborg Convention and Visitors Bureau. Lieutenant Governor and Commerce Secretary David Toland personally presented Lofton with the award during the 2026 Kansas Tourism Conference.This annual award was established... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Invites Year-End Giving to Help Kansans Live Independently

Tuesday, November 25

PRATT, DODGE CITY & HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 2025) — As the year comes to a close, Beyond Barriers is inviting community members to make a year-end contribution to help individuals with disabilities and aging Kansans achieve greater independence across the 60 counties it serves. In 2025... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Sundowner, Inc, AKA Sundowner West Mobile Home Park, Saline County

Tuesday, November 25

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Sundowner, Inc, AKA Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break resulting in a... Read More.

Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre Launches Holiday Giving Promotion Beginning This Weekend

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre is kicking off the season of giving this weekend following Thanksgiving with a special community-focused promotion. Patrons who bring a non-perishable food item to the theatre will receive a free popcorn coupon—valid during the December Christmas Film... Read More.

Temporary Road Closure on N. Plum Street for Storm Line Repair Beginning December 8th

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [November 25, 2025]- The City of Hutchinson Public Works Department will begin repairs on Monday, December 8, to address a failure in the stormwater line crossing N. Plum Street between East 3rd Avenue and East 4th Avenue. Due to the severity of... Read More.

Salina Sets Mail Ballot Election on Pit Bull Ban Repeal, Advances City Projects

Tuesday, November 25

SALINA, Kan. — On a 4-1 vote Salina City Commissioners have set Feb. 24 for a mail ballot election on repeal of the city's pit bull ban. The election comes about after a petition was validated calling for the election to repeal the ban... Read More.

City of McPherson Approves Updated Pay Plan, Utility Charge Increase for Sewer and Stormwater

Tuesday, November 25

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners have approved an updated pay plan that will bring an overall 11.94% increase in compensation expense. The plan, presented as part of a compensation study by the Arnold Group, factors in a two percent cost of living raise,... Read More.