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The Cosmosphere to Host Artemis III Engineer Alicia Cianciolo for Presentation

Monday, February 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere will host a special public presentation, Artemis Moon Missions: Returning to Stay, featuring Alicia Cianciolo, Human Landing Systems Engineering Team Lead for NASA’s Artemis III mission. Alicia Cianciolo leads engineering efforts focused on safely returning humans to the lunar surface.... Read More.

Registration Opens March 1 for Walk Kansas

Monday, February 16

Eight-week program encourages people to get out and move MANHATTAN, Kan. — Registration opens March 1 for the 2026 Walk Kansas program, an eight-week initiative offered by Kansas State University Extension designed to help participants build healthier habits through physical activity, nutrition and overall... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Horizon Services, Inc. Expansion to Great Bend

Monday, February 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. — A Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting was held for new Chamber Member, New Horizon Services, Inc., on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at their newly expanded location at 1909 Lakin Avenue in Great Bend. After five years of serving individuals... Read More.

Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Live at the Kansas State Fair on September 17, 2026

Monday, February 16

Comedy Icon Brings New Show to the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Comedy superstar Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias returns to the Kansas State Fair with an all-new show, Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias Live, on Thursday, September 17, 7:30 PM at the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand. Gabriel “Fluffy” Iglesias... Read More.

Kigman Healthcare Center Named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital

Monday, February 16

KINGMAN, Kan. - Kingman Healthcare Center in Kingman, Kansas today announced it has been recognized as a 2026 Top 100 Critical Access Hospital by The Chartis Center for Rural Health. The Top 100 awards program celebrates outstanding performance annually among the nation’s rural hospitals... Read More.

K-State Students Prepare for Careers with Funded Summer Experiences

Sunday, February 15

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University students pursued professional development dreams around the world last summer thanks to the university's Mark Chapman Scholars Program. Applications are open now for the 2026 program. From environmental science studies in France and fine arts training in New... Read More.

Expo Complex in Great Bend to be Closed for Drag Strip Paving Activities

Sunday, February 15

GREAT BEND, Kan. — In preparation for paving activities at the drag strip, the City of Great Bend is restricting public access to the expo complex for approximately one month. Entrances at G Ave., SW 50 Ave. and SW 60 Ave. will be blocked and... Read More.

Plea Change Made in 2023 Fatal Hit and Run

Sunday, February 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — A McPherson man changed his plea Thursday in connection with a 2023 hit and run incident northeast of McPherson. Brice Kasting changed his plea from not guilty Thursday in McPherson County District Court under an agreement where he pleaded to second degree... Read More.

Fire Causes Extensive Damage to Hutchinson Home Saturday Afternoon, No Injuries Reported

Saturday, February 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire units responded to a Saturday afternoon structure fire that caused extensive damage to a home in the 400 block of East 7th. First arriving crews reported black smoke coming from the eaves of the 2 ½ story structure. The house... Read More.

Rozel Man Killed in Vehicle Crash Saturday Morning in Pawnee County

Saturday, February 14

PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — One person was killed early Saturday morning in a single vehicle crash on K-156 about a mile east of Rozel. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Jon Myles Worelk Blakely, 36, of Rozel was eastbound on 156 when... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Saturday Afternoon Chase in McPherson County

Saturday, February 14

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were arrested after a Saturday afternoon chase involving a stolen vehicle. The driver of the vehicle, Bobby Heckman, was booked into the McPherson County Jail on a $25,600 bond on charges related to the chase along with felony theft,... Read More.

McPherson County Hosts Informational Meeting on Emerging Technologies

Friday, February 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — About 30 people attended an in-person informational meeting on emerging technologies Thursday at the Cedars Conference Center. The meeting, which also had participants via Zoom, was organized by the McPherson County Planning, Zoning, and Environmental Department to provide a “top level”... Read More.