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Train Derailment Along K-61 in Hutchinson

Monday, November 3

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 3, 2025) - Overnight, a train derailment occurred along the rail line from roughly 17th Avenue to 56th Avenue. As crews work to clear and repair the area, the crossing at 17th Avenue near Walmart is currently closed, and one lane... Read More.

Stafford County Economic Development is awarded $25,000 to complete Rural Champion Community Project on Childcare

Friday, October 31

MACKSVILLE, Kan. (October 16, 2025) — Earlier this summer Stafford County Economic Development (EcoDevo) was awarded $25,000 for an implementation grant as part of the Office of Rural Prosperity Rural Champions grant program announced last year in collaboration with the Patterson Family Foundation for... Read More.

Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge To Be Held Again In Stafford County

Friday, October 31

ST. JOHN, Kan. — Budding young entrepreneurs from across Stafford County will showcase their business ideas during the 2026 Stafford County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC), scheduled for February 2026 (exact date to be announced). The event will be held at the Stafford County Annex,... Read More.

Grand Staff Thrift Boutique Relocates to Downtown Hutchinson

Friday, October 31

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - After a decade of serving the Buhler community, Grand Staff Thrift Boutique is thrilled to announce its relocation to downtown Hutchinson. The new store, located at 408 N. Main, is set to open just in time for the annual Christmas Open... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Scholarship Process Opens Nov. 15

Thursday, October 30

MCPHERSON, KAN. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) regular and adult learning scholarship application processes will officially open on Nov. 15, 2025. Requirements of scholarships will vary, but applications will be accepted from all graduating students or adult learners in McPherson County. The final... Read More.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule Takes Effect November 1

Tuesday, October 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Saturday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31. While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect,... Read More.

Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center Opens Its Doors in Hutchinson, Kansas

Tuesday, October 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A new era of hospitality begins today in Hutchinson as the Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center officially opens its doors, bringing elevated comfort, convenience, and community-focused amenities to the region. Located at 1715 N. Waldron Street, the newly constructed hotel... Read More.

Salina City Commission Accepts Multiple Project Bids

Tuesday, October 28

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission Monday accepted several project bids, one of which was the last section of the median reconstruction project on Broadway between Republic and Cloud awarded to Prairie Landworks of McPherson. Their bid with a $50,000 contingency added by... Read More.

McPherson Habitat For Humanity Begins New Home

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — State Farm Insurance employees from the Jim LaDuke and Galen Shields agency “don their hard hats” to help McPherson Habitat for Humanity begin their 43rd new home in McPherson County located at 920 N Maple in McPherson! Habitat for Humanity builds... Read More.

USD 418 Work Session Provides Answers, Generates More Questions

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — As the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education discussed what was learned at community meetings last week, a few things cleared up - but a lot more questions are being raised. During a work session Monday night that also included Blaine Cash... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Cash Incentive Program for Homeowners Relocating to McPherson

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — A cash incentive program for homeowners relocating to McPherson was approved by City Commissioners Tuesday. The program provides a cash incentive payment of $5,000 payable to the closing agent on behalf of the successful applicant provided the home and buyers are... Read More.

Prairie View Launches Community Needs Assessment Across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson Counties

Tuesday, October 28

NEWTON, Kan. — Prairie View, Inc. has launched a new Community Needs Assessment survey to better understand and address the behavioral health needs of residents across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson counties. The survey, available in both English and Spanish, is open from October 27 through... Read More.