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Shockers Rally for Double-Overtime Win Over SMU

Monday, February 13

By Wichita State University Athletics WICHITA, Kan. - Wichita State rallied from a six-point deficit in the final 72 seconds of regulation for a 91-89, double-overtime win over SMU. A trio of Shockers topped the 20-point mark, led by Kenny Pohto's career-high 28 points on... Read More.

Suspect Arrested After Shots Were Fired at Hutchinson Residence on Friday

Sunday, February 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – One man is in custody after an early Friday morning incident where shots were fired into a southeast Hutchinson residence. Hutchinson Police Investigations Commander Lt. Dustin Loepp said officers were called to a residence in the 1100 block of East 4th just... Read More.

South Hutch Earns Second Bond Rating Upgrade in 11-Months

Friday, February 10

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Moody’s Investor Service announced it has upgraded the City of South Hutchinson’s bond rating for the second time in less than a year. It raised the City’s bond rating from A3 to A2 equaling the highest grade the City has... Read More.

MKC to Use KFB’s RKAP to Bring Kansans Career Opportunity through Apprenticeships in Agriculture

Friday, February 10

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Mid-Kansas Cooperative (MKC) announces the launch of an apprenticeship program to hire agricultural equipment operators, CDL drivers and operations specialists through Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP). “This apprenticeship program formalizes the training and opportunities for career growth that... Read More.

Family Community Theatre to Present SpongeBob the Broadway Musical

Friday, February 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Family Community Theater is proud to present SpongeBob Musical. Adapted from the iconic Nickelodeon series! SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Squidward and all of Bikini Bottom face total annihilation—until a most unexpected hero rises to take center stage. SpongeBob Squarepants awakens and welcomes the day with... Read More.

Hutchinson Police and Fire to Hoop It Up for Big Brothers Big Sisters

Friday, February 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson FOP Lodge 7, and Officers of the Hutchinson Police Department have challenged The Hutchinson Fire Department to a benefit Basketball game for Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Reno County on Saturday, February 25th. Hutchinson, Guns-N-Axes will take place... Read More.

Lyons City Council Notes: Quote Accepted for Swimming Pool Repaint

Friday, February 10

By Lucky Kidd, Ad Astra Radio LYONS, Kan. – Following a tour of the Lyons Swimming Pool, which began their meeting, the Lyons City Council Monday evening accepted a $53,250 quote from Ashton Kate Construction LLC of Wamego for the painting of the pool. The... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of 2 Grants Totaling $107K

Thursday, February 9

Lindsborg Museum Named Recipient of Competitive $87K Grant from Heritage Trust Fund LINDSBORG, Kan. – The Heritage Trust Fund (HTF) announced on Saturday, February 4 that Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum is receiving a grant of $87,350 to fund critical restoration to the... Read More.

Crop Insurance in Focus During Second Ag Committee Hearing on 2023 Farm Bill

Thursday, February 9

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. questioned witnesses Thursday during the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry’s second hearing on the 2023 Farm Bill, a five-year legislative package that is critical for providing support to Kansas’ agriculture industry. Today’s hearing focused on... Read More.

Tony Mattivi Named 13th Director of the KBI

Thursday, February 9

TOPEKA, Kan. – Tony Mattivi was named the 13th director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), when the Kansas Senate confirmed his appointment, today. Attorney General Kris Kobach nominated Mattivi to be KBI director on January 9, 2023, citing his decades of experience working... Read More.

Kansas Honor Flight Volunteers to Host Pancake Fundraiser in Hutchinson

Thursday, February 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Kansas Honor Flight Volunteers are having a Pancake Fundraiser on March 11th from 4 to 7 pm at the Hope Church on 17th and Main, Hutchinson. Donations will help honor our Kansas WWII, Korean, and Vietnam Era Veterans with a... Read More.

KDOT Announces Campaign to Prevent Drunk Driving for Super Bowl

Thursday, February 9

TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Transportation urges everyone to observe the Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk safety campaign for this year’s Super Bowl, which is Sunday, Feb. 12. Make sure anyone planning to drink alcohol has a designated driver to help... Read More.