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Wildcat Wednesday Rocks the Kansas State Fair!

Wednesday, September 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 10, 2025) - What a great morning at the Kansas State Fair! Droves of people are pouring through the gates, eager to celebrate Wildcat Wednesday. The fairgrounds are abuzz, and the light cloud cover and cool temperatures are making for absolutely... Read More.

Start Time Adjusted for Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller Concert

Wednesday, September 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Josiah Queen with Ben Fuller concert at the Nex-Tech Grandstand scheduled for today, Wednesday, Sept. 10 will now begin at 6:30 PM (originally scheduled for 7:30 PM). Gates will open at 5:00 PM. Already have tickets?You’re all set—your current tickets... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Parking Update

Tuesday, September 9

Due to current conditions, the Kansas State Fair parking lots will remain closed on Wednesday, September 10, with the exception of handicapped parking near Gates 5 and 9 on State Fair Road. Wednesday, September 10 Shuttle Service: Shuttles will begin at 7:30 a.m. from the following... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of the 24th Anniversary of 9/11

Tuesday, September 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly has directed flags throughout the State of Kansas be lowered to half-staff from sunup to sundown on Thursday, September 11, 2025, to honor those who lost their lives in the terrorist... Read More.

Tasty Tuesday at the Kansas State Fair!

Tuesday, September 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 9, 2025) - Today at the Kansas State Fair, it's Tasty Tuesday! While yesterday's rain has led the Kansas State Fair Board to close the parking lots for safety due to moisture, they hope to have them dry for the weekend's... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces Parking Lot Closures, Shuttle Service, Tuesday Schedule Changes

Monday, September 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 8, 2025) — Following heavy rainfall on the Kansas State Fairgrounds, the Kansas State Fair has announced that all on-grounds parking lots are closed until further notice, with the exception of handicapped parking near Gate 5 on State Fair Road.Additional details... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2026 Budget, Discuss Bridge Priorities

Monday, September 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners have approved a 2026 budget that will require a one mill increase in property taxes, exceeding the revenue neutral rate by just over 1.8 mills. A resolution to exceed the RNR was approved prior to budget action.... Read More.

Monday is Dillons Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair

Monday, September 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 8, 2025) - Today is Dillons Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair! State Fair Board President John Leslie kicked off the board’s morning meeting with a quote from Dwight D. Eisenhower, “In preparing for battle I have always found that... Read More.

Canadian Radio Hobbyist Hears Two Ad Astra Radio Stations on the Fourth of July

Sunday, September 7

Nigel Pimblett, an avid radio listener and hobbyist has now heard several Ad Astra Radio signals from Dunmore, a small province of Alberta, Canada.Most recently Pimblett has picked up audio from Kicks 106.1 KXKU and Country 1O1.5 KIKS.He heard Kicks 106.1 KXKU at 9:32... Read More.

Kansas Chamber Announces Top 10 Finalists for the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition

Sunday, September 7

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Chamber and the Kansas Manufacturing Council are proud to announce the Top 10 Finalists in the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Kansas competition.This annual contest highlights the innovation, craftsmanship, and impact of Kansas-made products. From everyday essentials to cutting-edge... Read More.

Sandbags at McPherson High School Not Deemed Fire Hazard

Saturday, September 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry responded Friday afternoon to reports it has received about possible blocked entrance doors at McPherson High School.Mayberry noted maintenance personnel have sandbagged around doors multiple times in the wake of the flooding of the Roundhouse floor... Read More.

Opening Ceremony and Ribbon Cutting at the 2025 Kansas State Fair

Friday, September 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (September 5, 2025) – The 112th Kansas State Fair officially opened its gates this morning with an opening ceremony at the People’s Bank and Trust Arena. Despite the rainy weather, fairgoers donned rain jackets and ponchos, with spirits high among the sounds,... Read More.