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Concern Voiced to Allen County Commissioners on SEKMHC Funding Cut

Tuesday, August 5

IOLA, Kan. — Iola Veterinarian Darrel Monfort questioned Allen County Commissioners Tuesday about their decision to eliminate all but one dollar of the funding it provides to Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, voicing concerns on the impact it would have on services.“I think it... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Begin Wednesday

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation's Mastermind on the Road series will begin Wednesday in Marquette, as they present the results from the Mastermind survey community members took earlier this year.The Marquette presentation will be at noon Wednesday at Smoky Valley... Read More.

Salina City Manager Finalists Named

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has announced its City Manager finalists. Following a nationwide search led by Government Professional Solutions, the three City Manager finalists are Darrin Tangeman of Orleans, Massachusetts; Michael Tremblay of Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and Jacob Wood... Read More.

Lyons City Council Authorizes City Administrator to Contract with Temp Agency, Council Receives 2024 Financial Audit Report

Tuesday, August 5

Highlights from Lyons City Council Meeting 8/4/2025 LYONS, Kan. — Following an executive session, the Lyons City Council Monday night authorized City Administrator Troy Houtman to contract with a temp agency to provide assistance in the Administration Department. That department has seen a number of... Read More.

Resurfacing on U.S. 75 in Coffey County to begin Aug. 25

Tuesday, August 5

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) resurfacing project on U.S. 75 in Coffey County will start the week of Aug. 25, conditions permitting.The project will chip seal from the north junction with K-58 to Burlington. This project will refresh the surface of the highway... Read More.

Heather Neuhofel Named First-Ever Site Director of the Boys & Girls Club of Salina

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is thrilled to announce Heather Neuhofel as the inaugural Site Director of the brand-new Boys & Girls Club of Salina. With more than a decade of experience in youth development, Heather steps into a... Read More.

Nex-Tech to Acquire Bandwidth from US Cellular

Tuesday, August 5

(August 2, 2025) — Nex-Tech Wireless has entered into an agreement with US Cellular to acquire additional spectrum space in the 700 MHz band, which will enable Nex-Tech to increase network capacity in central Kansas. Nex-Tech WirelessCEO Jon Lightle said the additional spectrum will... Read More.

Set Them Up for Success: K-State Expert Offers Tips for Parents of School First-Timers, Transitions

Tuesday, August 5

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A child walking into a school for the first time or transitioning to secondary education can experience a wide range of emotions, which can be overwhelming for both them and their parents.Jessica Lane, associate professor of counseling in Kansas State University's... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves New Flock Camera, Hears Update on Next Community Cleanup Day August 9th

Tuesday, August 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved renewal of the subscription for the two Flock Cameras they now have and purchase of a third camera. Director of Public Safety Terry Reed said the cameras, which read and record license tag information, have... Read More.

State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends July 2025 with total tax collections at $670.2 million. That is $21.2 million, or 3.3%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.5% from July 2024. “While this month’s tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

McPherson EMS Holds Successful School Supply Drive

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson EMS held their school supply drive over the weekend, and they did better than hoped - a lot better.They had a goal to fill seven Walmart shopping carts, but by the time they finished they doubled the total amount of... Read More.

Emerald Ash Border Confirmed in Bourbon County

Monday, August 4

Latest discovery marks 18 Kansas counties with destructive beetleMANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Forest Service has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer in Bourbon County on privately owned land north of Barnesville, the third confirmed sighting found in Kansas this year.KFS,... Read More.