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Former Marion Police Chief Awaits New Defense Team

Saturday, August 8

Former Marion Police Chief Gideon Cody could soon have new attorneys in his criminal case. Cody’s current defense team has asked a judge for permission to withdraw, citing a breakdown in their attorney-client relationship. Cody faces a felony charge tied to allegations he improperly handled text... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Supports Local Youth at Statewide Leadership Forum

Friday, August 7

Staff participation helped connect 16 area students with disability history, advocacy resources and mentors from across Kansas HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Beyond Barriers recently supported the participation of 16 local high school students with disabilities at the Kansas Youth Leadership Forum, a statewide program of the... Read More.

Previously Announced Concert Rebrands as CHANNEL 2K: LIVE! at the 2026 Kansas State Fair

Friday, August 7

Six-vocalist concert brings the biggest 2000s teen-TV and movie soundtrack hits to the Grandstand Sept. 20 HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair announced today that the previously announced concert scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 20, has rebranded as CHANNEL 2K: LIVE! The performance remains scheduled for... Read More.

Apt. 6 Raises $76,433 for McPherson Opera House

Friday, August 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — Representatives of Apt. 6 Resale and Consignment Shop, located at 217 S. Main, presented a $76,433 donation to the McPherson Opera House, reflecting the funds raised through the shop’s operations during the past fiscal year. This year’s contribution was approximately $11,800... Read More.

Lindsborg Voters Greenlight School Bond

Friday, August 7

After the ballots were counted in this week's primary election, voters in the Smoky Valley School District approved a $21 million bond issue for needed improvements. In addition the bond will fund the design and construction of a new agriculture wing on campus. District leaders... Read More.

City of Hutchinson and Hutchinson Community Foundation Celebrate State Awards for Two Affordable Housing Developments

Friday, August 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [August 7, 2026]- The City of Hutchinson and Hutchinson Community Foundation are celebrating a major milestone in the community's efforts to expand housing opportunities, as two Hutchinson developments have been selected to receive competitive Low Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) from... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Kicks Off Final Year of “Love Where You Live” Initiative

Friday, August 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Community Foundation is preparing for the third and final year of its "Love Where You Live" initiative. This program aims to engage the community in local improvement and civic pride. The foundation will officially kick off the program with a... Read More.

Kingman County Daycare Provider Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Thursday, August 6

KINGMAN COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Kingman Police Department are investigating multiple allegations of child sexual abuse made against an owner of a home daycare, who also had access to children while employed as a bus driver with Kingman-Norwich... Read More.

Kansas Leopold Conservation Award Finalists Selected

Thursday, August 6

KANSAS - Three finalists have been selected for the 2026 Kansas Leopold Conservation Award®. The award honors farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners who go above and beyond in their management of soil health, water quality and wildlife habitat on working land. Named in honor of renowned... Read More.

Man Dead and Suspect in Custody After Parsons Home Shooting

Thursday, August 6

A man is dead and another is in custody after a shooting at a home in Parsons on Wednesday. Police identified the victim as 35-year-old Gabriel Kaine Duncan. Officers arrested 27-year-old Billy Ray Duncan, who lived at the same address, on suspicion of homicide. The Labette... Read More.

Party in the Park Returns for 14th Annual Celebration on Aug. 8

Thursday, August 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The biggest event of the summer is set to return to Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, Aug. 8, as the City of Great Bend welcomes the community to the 14th Annual Party in the Park. It’s a full day slate, beginning... Read More.

KDHE Reporting 615 Cases of Cyclosporiasis in Kansas

Thursday, August 6

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to investigate cases of cyclosporiasis in Kansas related to the national outbreak and Taylor Farms lettuce sourced from central Mexico. As of this week, KDHE is reporting 615 total cases in Kansas, that's up from 460. Officials... Read More.