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K-State Leads Statewide Project to Rebuild Early Child Care Workforce

Monday, August 7

By Michelle Geering, K-State News and Communication Services MANHATTAN, Kan. — At a time when the number of early childhood care and education professionals does not meet demand, Kansas State University researchers and professional staff are working to rebuild the state's workforce. The Kansas Department... Read More.

Barton Community College to Host Adult Education Classes Downtown

Monday, August 7

By Joe Vinduska Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education will soon begin another nine-week session of classes. However, orientation days are required before starting the classes. Students must attend all orientation days in-person, which will be held from 1-4 p.m. on Sept. 11-14.... Read More.

MCCF Collecting Donations for McPherson Resource Council

Monday, August 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — With the recent heat waves, the McPherson Resource Council knows that Christmas may be the last thing on most people's minds, but they are preparing early this year. Each year several local organizations come together to collect clothing, toys, infant quilts,... Read More.

Severe Storm Rips through Central Kansas Causing Power Outages and Damage to Power Lines

Monday, August 7

By Lucky Kidd CENTRAL KANSAS — Cleanup continues from a Saturday night windstorm that brought gusts to around 80 miles an hour to parts of central Kansas. Some of the heaviest damage was reported in McPherson, where the strongest gusts were reported when a line of... Read More.

Four New License Plates Coming Soon, Depicting Kansas Wildlife

Monday, August 7

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Four new Kansas license plates are coming soon. The plates will help fund conservation efforts for wildlife and fish at state parks. KSNW TV reports that the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks has posted photos of the... Read More.

Chinese Company Plans to Build Manufacturing Facility in Northeast Kansas

Monday, August 7

JOHNSON COUNTY, Kan. (KCUR) — A Chinese company has unveiled plans to build a facility in northeast Kansas. The company says the new manufacturing plant will create more than 100 jobs. Cnano Technology says it will invest nearly $100 million in a new facility... Read More.

Kansas Will Need More Health Care Workers as Population Ages

Monday, August 7

OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KNS) — Older Kansans are going to need more health care services as their population continues to grow. One healthcare expert recently told state lawmakers that Kansas is not prepared. A third of people over 65 are expected to need long-term... Read More.

5,000 Counterfeit Oxycodone Pills Seized in Southeast Kansas, Two People Arrested

Monday, August 7

PITTSBURG, Kan. (KPR) — Two people have been arrested and 5,000 counterfeit oxycodone pills have been seized in southeast Kansas. According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, authorities executed a search warrant late Thursday morning in Pittsburg, where they confiscated the pills, a large... Read More.

Landmark Hotel to be Restored, Pending Grant and Historic Tax Credit

Friday, August 4

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, KAN. — The Landmark Hotel, located on the corner of 5th and Main Street has recently been purchased by Michael and Laura Meyer Dick of Hutchinson. The two closed on the purchase of the Landmark building in March of this year... Read More.

Moundridge City Administrator of Eight Years Stepping Down

Friday, August 4

Information provided by the City of Moundridge MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. —The City of Moundridge announced on Friday, Aug. 4, that the City Administrator, Murray McGee will be stepping down on Sept. 1. McGee has been City Administrator for a total of eight years. He served as... Read More.

McPherson Fire Department Receives Sufficient Donations to Purchase Baby Box

Friday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department announced Friday it has received sufficient donations to purchase a Baby Box, which provides a last resort option for a parent or legal guardian to legally surrender an infant anonymously. A bill in the Kansas Legislature expanding the... Read More.

First Responders’ Night Aug. 10

Friday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — It's almost here! The McPherson Fire Department, McPherson Police Department and McPherson EMS are hosting their First Responders' Night on Aug. 10 this year. Again, there will be bounce houses, face painting, food, helicopters, and emergency vehicles on display. First responders... Read More.