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Reno County Commissioners Hear Updates on Transient Guest Tax, Budget

Thursday, August 13

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - The Reno County Board of Commissioners met on Wednesday, with Commissioners Randy Parks, Ron Hirst, and Ron Vincent in attendance. The session began with unanimous approval of the consent agenda, which included routine operational items such as equipment surplus, vouchers,... Read More.

KDHE Charts over 700 Cases of Cyclosporiasis

Thursday, August 13

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has released new statistics on the number of cases of cyclosporiasis across the state. According to the agency the surge in infections has risen from 615 a week ago to 748. Health officials report the cases are concentrated... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Deploys Wildland Fire Assistance to Northern California

Wednesday, August 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department is once again supporting wildland fire operations beyond our community. Today, Brush 71 and three Hutchinson firefighters are deploying to Northern California to assist with the ongoing wildland fire response. At the time of their departure, the crew... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $34.5M for Domestic and Sexual Violence Programs, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

Wednesday, August 12

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $34,587,786 in state grants to strengthen and maintain services for adult and child victims and survivors of crime. The funding supports nonprofit organizations that provide services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence as well as child abuse and neglect. "Through these grants, we are... Read More.

McPherson College Continues an Unprecedented Period of Campus Construction

Wednesday, August 12

College announces new apartment-style residential complex McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College, a private Kansas college known for its innovative Automotive Restoration Technology degree program, continues an unprecedented period of campus construction with the announcement of a new apartment-style residential complex. Dondlinger Construction of Wichita, builder of Exploration... Read More.

Budweiser Clydesdales Return to Kansas State Fair

Wednesday, August 12

It will be a real 'Kodak Moment' and a memory you cherish with your family for years to come. For the first time in over a decade, the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales are returning to the Kansas State Fair! Throughout the fair, the Clydesdales will make... Read More.

KBI Investigating Six Dead in Suspected Murder Suicide in Winfield

Tuesday, August 11

COWLEY COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Winfield Police Department are investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of five victims and one male suspect in Winfield, Kansas. At approximately 8:50 a.m., Aug. 11, officers with the Winfield Police Department were... Read More.

It’s Hot: Can You Water Your Garden Too Much?

Tuesday, August 11

Blazing hot temperatures have prompted an extreme heat warning from the National Weather Service until Friday evening. The soaring degrees and high humidity has health professionals reminding everyone to drink plenty of water - but what about our landscape plants and gardens? K-State Extension agent Jason... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Notifies Recreation Commission Board of Kansas Attorney General Investigation

Tuesday, August 11

The City itself is not under investigation HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [August 11, 2026]- The Hutchinson City Council voted Tuesday afternoon to send a formal letter to the board that oversees the Hutchinson Recreation Commission, letting the board know that the Kansas Attorney General's office is... Read More.

LCH Expands Specialty Care with Addition of Gastroenterology Services

Tuesday, August 11

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lindsborg Community Hospital is pleased to welcome gastroenterologist Jesica Brown, MD, to its growing lineup of specialty care providers. Beginning in September, Dr. Brown will provide gastroenterology services at Lindsborg Community Hospital on the first Tuesday of each month, making specialized... Read More.

Artemis II Astronauts Reid Wiseman and Christina Koch Visit the Cosmosphere

Tuesday, August 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere welcomed Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman and Mission Specialist Christina Koch, along with U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, for a special visit to the museum on Tuesday, August 11, following the successful completion of NASA's historic Artemis II mission. Commander Wiseman... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire on 35th Street

Tuesday, August 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire in the 1400 block of East 35th Street. Upon arrival, crews found a working fire on the rear of the residence. First-arriving crews quickly initiated an aggressive fire attack while interior... Read More.