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Hutchinson Voters Approve Sales Tax Proposal

Wednesday, March 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [March 4, 2026]- Hutchinson voters approved the city sales tax question during the March 3, 2026 special election. Beginning October 1, 2026, the additional 0.75% city sales tax will go into effect. The tax will remain in place through September 30, 2036 and can be... Read More.

Spring Break Activities at FHSU Kansas Wetlands Education Center

Wednesday, March 4

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Wetlands Education Center (KWEC) will host a variety of free daily hands-on activities each afternoon of Spring Break, March 16-20, providing a chance for people to get out and explore the diversity of the wetlands. A different... Read More.

Newton USD 373 Voters Approve $50M Bond Issue Tuesday

Tuesday, March 3

NEWTON, Kan. — Voters in Newton USD 373 gave overwhelming approval to a $50M bond issue Tuesday. Unofficial results from the Harvey County Clerk's Office indicated 2.316 votes were cast in favor to 2,116 votes against. Most of this bond will go towards projects at... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Bond Questions Pass in Special Election

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The fourth time proved to be the charm for McPherson USD 418, as voters Tuesday approved both bond questions submitted to them in a special election. Unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office indicated Question 1, a $62.6 million project which... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Proposed Sales Tax Question Passes in Special Election

Tuesday, March 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The final unofficial results for the City of Hutchinson’s Special Question came in Tuesday night just before 8:30p.m. The proposed additional ¾ cent general retailers sales tax was adopted, authorizing the Hutchinson City Council to levy the additional sales tax for the... Read More.

McPherson Chamber to Host Annual Legislative Update

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Awareness Committee invites the community to its annual Legislative Update on March 7 at 9:00 a.m. at Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU), 2090 E. Ave. A. The gathering is designed to support civic engagement and help... Read More.

McPherson, Salina Residents Selected for 2026 Leadership Kansas Program

Tuesday, March 3

Kasi Morales of McPherson, Jacob Wood (Salina) and Renee Duxler (Salina), have been selected to be part of the 2026 Leadership Kansas program. They are among 40 people selected to be part of The Kansas Chamber program that is dedicated to developing and inspiring leaders... Read More.

Data From Second Year of Reno County Survey Shows Consistent Themes

Tuesday, March 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Pride and progress in a community don’t always start with a large, headline-grabbing project. They can also start with what residents see every day — active storefronts, well-kept properties, safe streets and signs of forward movement. According to the 1,144 residents... Read More.

City of Lyons Provides Official Statement

Tuesday, March 3

The City of Lyons holds a deep and abiding respect for the men and women who serve our community in law enforcement. Their work carries real risk, and the losses experienced across Kansas and within our own community underscore the seriousness of their service... Read More.

VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Tuesday, March 3

KANSAS (March 3, 2026) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas joins the nation in recognizing March as Women's Military History Month, honoring the service, sacrifice, and leadership of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Women have played... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Ladder Truck Purchase, Authorizes Financial Analyst Position, Approves Events

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a resolution for a temporary note to purchase a new ladder truck for the Fire Department. This replaces a 2009 unit that is nearing the end of its life under NFPA standards. The 100-foot aerial platform... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Pool Upgrades, New Police Copier and Budget Resolutions

Tuesday, March 3

LYONS, Kan. — At Monday's meeting, the Lyons City Council approved two items for the Municipal Swimming Pool. One was the purchase of a climbing wall for the pool. This is being purchased through the Arlan Company of Leawood, KS, which the city has... Read More.