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Scholarship Opportunities Available for High School Seniors through Hutchinson Community Foundation

Friday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Qualifying high school seniors are encouraged to apply for scholarships administered annually at Hutchinson Community Foundation. The deadline to apply for the Denny Hart Family Athletic Scholarship, the Lois and Avory Johnson Scholarship for Reno County Students, the Hutchinson News Future Journalist... Read More.

Local Food Documentary to Premiere March 3rd in Hutchinson

Friday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The premiere of a local food documentary, On the Table, will happen on Friday, March 3rd at 6 p.m. at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre. Engage in a dynamic experience about what it takes to put food on the table, and learn... Read More.

Tickets on Sale for Blues Traveler, The Hooten Hallers April 25th at the Fox

Friday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Tickets for Blues Traveler are on sale now at Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre. One night only, Tuesday, April 25th at 8:00 p.m. Blues Traveler has released a total of 14 studio albums, four of which have gone gold, three platinum, and one... Read More.

K-State Releases Reports from 2022 Kansas Crop Performance Tests

Friday, February 17

By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. (KSRE.K-State.edu) – Each year, Kansas State University tests the performance of the major crops grown in the state to provide unbiased, agronomic information to producers, extensional workers and seed industry personnel. In 2022, Mother Nature... Read More.

Cargill Meatpacking Plant in Kansas Part of Federal Investigation into Illegal Child Labor

Friday, February 17

By Rachel Mipro, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Federal authorities have fined a cleaning company nearly $400,000 for illegally employing minors and making them work in dangerous conditions at a Dodge City meatpacking plant. The fine was tied to a U.S. Department of Labor investigation that involved... Read More.

USD 418 Athletic Facility Campaign Holds Public Launch with Match Opportunity

Friday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. – The McPherson Public Schools Capital Campaign committee has announced a $100,000 matching funds opportunity for the “Fund the Field” capital campaign project, incenting district patrons to reach the $1 million goal by Aug. 1, 2023. Through private donations, over $800,000 has already... Read More.

Moore Named Director of Emergency Medical Services for McPherson

Friday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson Center for Health announces the hiring of Will Moore, Paramedic, as Director of Emergency Medical Services for McPherson. Moore replaces John Helmer who recently retired from Emergency Medical Services after serving for over 28 years. Moore is a McPherson native who... Read More.

Shockers Finish Off Temple

Friday, February 17

By Wichita State Athletics PHILADELPHIA, PA (goshockers.com)- Jaykwon Walton scored a game-high 21 points and a Wichita State team that has had difficulty closing out opponents slammed the door on Temple for a 79-65 victory Thursday night at the Liacouras Center. Walton and Read More.

Yost Named to Royals HOF: ‘The Plan Worked Perfectly’

Thursday, February 16

By Anne Rogers, Kansas City Royals SURPRISE, Ariz. (mlb.com/royals) - The winningest manager in Royals history brought a World Series to Kansas City. Now, the Royals are presenting Ned Yost with the ultimate honor. Yost has been voted into the Royals Hall of Fame, the team... Read More.

Matthew Middleton Hired as K-State’s Wide Receivers Coach

Thursday, February 16

By Kansas State University Athletics MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) – Kansas State head football coach Chris Klieman announced Thursday that Matthew Middleton, a native Kansan and experienced FBS assistant coach, has been hired as the Wildcats' new wide receivers coach. The hiring is pending a successful background... Read More.

Yoder Charter School Among Nationwide Impact Grant Semi-Finalists

Thursday, February 16

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Building Hope, a non-profit foundation dedicated to creating high-quality K-12 charter school opportunities for students through its expertise in real estate, finance and operational services, Monday announced the semi-finalists for its second annual Building Hope IMPACT Grants. The 28 semi-finalists stood... Read More.

Commerce Encourages Jobseekers to Attend this Month’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair

Thursday, February 16

TOPEKA, Kan. (KansasCommerce.com) – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers to participate in the next Statewide Virtual Job Fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 22. “Between Kansas companies expanding and more businesses choosing... Read More.