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Join the B-Well Frolic 5K and One-Mile Walk at Buhler Frolic 2025

Sunday, August 17

BUHLER, Kan. — As part of the Buhler Frolic, USD 313 will host a 5K! The event will be on the morning of September 27th, 2025. While competitive runners are welcome, the course is designed for runners, joggers, and walkers. It's an untimed event,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Appoints John Mazurek to Fill District Court Position in the 11th Judicial District

Friday, August 15

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today appointed John Mazurek of Pittsburg to a judgeship position in the 11th Judicial District. The vacancy was created by the appointment of Judge Lori Bolton Fleming to the Kansas Court of Appeals.“John Mazurek has a wide breadth... Read More.

Murderer Sentenced to Life for 2021 Murder of Camilo Ramirez

Friday, August 15

TOPEKA, Kan. – (August 15, 2025) – Juan Doroteo Morales, 38, will serve life in prison for the 2021 murder of Camilo Ramirez, Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach today announced.Saline County District Court Judge Jacob Peterson sentenced Morales on Aug. 15. In May,... Read More.

Court Ruling Strikes Down Protection Status for Lesser Prairie Chicken

Friday, August 15

A federal judge in Texas has blocked a US Fish and Wildlife Service decision to list the lesser prairie chicken as a threatened or endangered species.The rule proposed by the Biden administration in 2022 was challenged by attorneys general in Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas,... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Completed

Thursday, August 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — The last of the 2025 Mastermind McPherson County Community Benchmark presentations were held Thursday, with two sessions in McPherson. Earlier sessions were held in various communities around the county.The general theme of the McPherson part of the survey, which 241 people... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $32.5M for Services for Survivors of Crime, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

Thursday, August 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Thursday over $32.5 million in state grants to maintain and enhance services for adult and child survivors of crime. The state general funds were granted to nonprofit organizations providing services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence... Read More.

Hutchinson High School Swim Team Searching for Sponsorship

Thursday, August 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Would you like to be a sponsor for the Hutchinson High School Swim Team? The support will directly contribute to the success of Salthawk student-athletes, both in and out of the pool. There are many different levels of sponsorship each with... Read More.

2025 Free Stage Schedule at the Kansas State Fair

Thursday, August 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Looking for free entertainment while you're at the Kansas State Fair this year? Check out the list of shows from Friday, Sept. 5 through Sunday, Sept. 14.Enjoy the state fair opening ceremony, a hypnotist, live music, contests, woodcarving, circus performances... Read More.

Great Bend Man Found Incompetent to Stand Trial in Child Sex Crime Case

Thursday, August 14

LARNED, Kan. — Avian Rincones, 35 of Great Bend, Kansas, appeared Wednesday afternoon in the Pawnee County District Court before District Judge Bruce Gatterman to determine whether he is competent to stand trial.The defendant is charged with two counts of Aggravated Criminal Oral Sodomy... Read More.

Rush County Man Sentenced to Prison for Child Rape

Thursday, August 14

TOPEKA, Kan. (August 13, 2025) — Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced that a LaCrosse man has been sentenced to prison for the rape of two children. Tyler Whitten, age 31, was sentenced by Chief Judge Bruce Gatterman in Rush County District Court on Aug.... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Kicks Off 2025-2026 School Year with High-Energy Convocation

Wednesday, August 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The energy was unmistakable as Hutchinson Public Schools staff gathered for the 2025 convocation, gathered on August 6th. This year’s event brought extra “pomp and circumstance,” welcoming educators and staff back in true Salthawk spirit. Cheerleaders, the pep band, and a... Read More.

July Area Home Sales Down, Prices Mostly Up

Wednesday, August 13

The number of homes sold during July through Prairie Land Realtors’ Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service was 147, which is down two percent from July 2024. Total sales volume for the region was $31 million, up from the prior year. The median sales price for... Read More.