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LCH Welcomes Dr. Sara Teague to Family Health Care Clinic

Monday, July 13

LINDSBORG, Kan. (July 10, 2026) — Lindsborg Community Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Sara Teague, D.O., to the Family Health Care Clinic. Dr. Teague joins LCH after completing her residency at Smoky Hill Family Medicine in Salina. Dr. Teague practices family medicine... Read More.

Big 1st District Congressional Candidate Lauren Reinhold Shares Views

Sunday, July 12

One of two Democrats running for 1st district Congress was in McPherson Friday for a campaign stop. Lauren Reinhold of Lawrence is an attorney who worked for the Social Security Administration before her position was eliminated by DOGE budget cuts. In an interview... Read More.

Kansas Amber Alert Canceled, two children located and safe

Saturday, July 11

UPDATE - The Kansas Bureau of Investigation reports Adrian and Jaylen Boose have been located and are safe, and that their mother, Taylyn Reed, also has been located. Earlier story: The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has issued an Amber Alert for two children forcibly taken from... Read More.

Soil & Soul: Tackling Farm Stress Together in Central Kansas

Friday, July 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - When you live in Kansas, you know farming isn’t just a job - it’s a way of life, a family legacy, and the heartbeat of our rural communities. But these days, the fields feel heavier, not just with the weight of... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Invites Barton County Businesses to Showcase Their Products and Services at the 11th Annual Business Showcase

Friday, July 10

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is inviting businesses from across Barton County to reserve booth space for the 11th Annual Business Showcase, presented by Credit Union of America, on Thursday, August 13, 2026, at the Panther Activity Center (PAC)... Read More.

Four Generations, One Community Tradition: T & L Fireworks Celebrates 56 Years of Bringing Families Together

Friday, July 10

GREAT BEND, Kan. — For 56 years, one Central Kansas family has helped create the sights, sounds and memories that define Independence Day for thousands of families. That tradition was celebrated Thursday morning as the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce hosted a Chamber Coffee... Read More.

Charges Filed in Deaths of Two Ellsworth County Children

Friday, July 10

Charges have been filed against the parents of two children shot March 28th in rural Ellsworth County when a young child located a loaded, unsecured shotgun and discharged it. Aaron French and Makayla French, both of Brookville, have been charged with four counts... Read More.

Rural Water District 101 Nitrate Levels Continue to be Above Allowable Limits

Friday, July 10

Reno County, Kansas – July 9, 2026 – Revised from March 16, 2026 Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on June 22, 2026. The level... Read More.

Reno County Commission Sets Dates for Canvassing, Budget Discussions

Thursday, July 9

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Wednesday's Reno County Commission meeting opened with a special presentation from Jacey Combs, a Reno County 4-H Ambassador and long-time 4-H member, who shared both excitement and nerves about the upcoming Reno County 4-H Fair. The fair begins with the... Read More.

ReUse It Center Donates $4,750 to Three Organizations in June

Thursday, July 9

The ReUse it Center in McPherson donated $4,750 to three organizations during the month of June. A $1.250 dollar donation was given to the McPherson Senior Center, which since 1979 has been a focal fount of information and resources for older citizens and... Read More.

Candidate Forum Addresses Community Priorities Ahead of 2026 Primary

Thursday, July 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Reno County Chamber of Commerce brought together candidates and community members on Wednesday, July 8 for a primary election season candidate forum, held at the Hutchinson Community College. With local races heating up, this event provided residents with an... Read More.

Wednesday Evening Crash on I-135 Injures Man, Damages Bridge

Thursday, July 9

A 2 ½ mile segment of northbound I-135 was closed Wednesday evening after a truck rollover. The Kansas Highway Patrol reports the straight flatbed truck was northbound on 135 just north of Moccasin Road just after 8 PM when He went off the... Read More.