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Fort Scott Fire Department Announces 2nd Annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb

Thursday, August 7

FORT SCOTT, Kan. — The Fort Scott Fire Department has announced their 2nd annual 9/11 memorial stair climb will take place Saturday, Sept. 6 at Fort School High School Football Stadium.Registration opens at 8 with the event to start at 9, with options for a... Read More.

Hutchinson Police Identify Body Found in January 2025 as Missing Woman

Thursday, August 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Police have released the identity of a body found on January 2, 2025, as that of a missing woman. Dental records were used to identify her as that of Kimberly Dawn Barnes. Barnes, who grew up in McPherson, had been... Read More.

Cosmosphere Opens Applications for New Student Advisory Board

Thursday, August 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere, an international science education center and space museum in Hutchinson, Kansas, is now accepting applications for its inaugural Student Advisory Board, launching in the 2025–2026 school year.The Board will consist of students representing every high school in Reno County... Read More.

Join the 22nd Annual Fight Against Cancer Golf Tournament in Salina

Wednesday, August 6

Get ready for the 22nd Annual Fight Against Cancer Golf Tournament on Sunday, Sept. 14 at Great Life Golf & Fitness in Salina, beginning at noon. Organizer of the event Rob VanDeCreek shared that over the past 21 years, the tournament has raised over $69,000... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $10.4M to Increase Broadband Adoption

Wednesday, August 6

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced that $10.4 million will be invested in critical broadband initiatives through the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Connect Kansans (ADOPT) program. The Kansas Office of Broadband Development will partner with 18 organizations across the state to connect... Read More.

Plea Entered in Fatal 2024 Hit and Run Near Newton

Wednesday, August 6

A Hutchinson woman has entered a plea in connection with a fatal hit and on the south edge of Newton in April 2024, Under a plea agreement.Samara Maple admitted at a hearing in Harvey County District Court Tuesday to leaving the scene of a... Read More.

Higher Learning Commission Reaffirms McPherson College Accreditation

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) reaffirmed McPherson College’s accreditation following the June meeting of its Institutional Actions Council. As part of the reaffirmation, the HLC invited the college to pursue the Open Pathway for its next 10-year accreditation cycle — signaling... Read More.

Empowering Change: Chevy’s Backpacks Enhance Autism Awareness For First Responders

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. (Aug. 5, 2025) — Eight-year-old Chevy Settrini visited with the McPherson Sheriff Department, the McPherson Police Department, and the McPherson Fire Department on July 30, 2005, when he donated four backpacks to each department for Autism Awareness. Chevy was diagnosed with Autism... Read More.

Tom Kueser Appointed To KBA State Legislative Committee

Wednesday, August 6

The Kansas Bankers Association is pleased to announce that Tom Kueser, President of the State Bank of Canton, has been appointed to serve on the KBA State Affairs Committee.In this three-year appointment, President Kueser will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and influencing... Read More.

Abilene 2025 Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

Abilene voters narrowed the field for three City Commission seats in Tuesday's primary election.The Dickinson County Clerk's Office released these unofficial results Tuesday nightDebby Lytle 379 Alan M. Baier 342 John Kolhoff 323 Cy Taylor 304 Bruce L, Johnson 290 Rebecca Perkins 257 ... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Raises $55,757.43 During Area School Drive

Wednesday, August 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In just 3 days the Hutchinson Fire Department’s (HFD) 2025 School Supply Drive raised $55,757.43 for the children of Reno County! This is the 7th year HFD has hosted the school supply drive and every year the community is very generous... Read More.

Moundridge Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The candidate field for two seats on the Moundridge City Council was narrowed in Tuesday's primary election.These are the unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office. The top four candidates will advance to the November General Election.James D. Ratzlaff... Read More.