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USD 418 Issues Statement on Roundhouse Floor Damage

Saturday, August 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — In the wake of a Wichita TV station interview regarding the flood damage to the floor of the McPherson High School Roundhouse after a heavy rain event June 17th, USD 418 released a statement late Friday afternoon. The statement said the district... Read More.

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

Friday, August 1

(Aug. 1, 2025) — Light northeast to east winds is bringing Canadian wildfire smoke into the state, particularly central and eastern Kansas. These conditions are likely to persist today and tomorrow. The Air Quality Index (AQI) will likely range from Moderate to Unhealthy at... Read More.

Join Larned’s Moonlight Madness for Festivities and a Mrs. Doubtfire Contest

Thursday, July 31

LARNED, Kan. — Make it over to downtown Larned for Moonlight Madness on Friday, August 1, 2025. The night will kick off with shopping, food trucks, a car show, music, train rides, and more from 6-8 p.m. Dress up like Mrs. Doubtfire for a chance to... Read More.

Five Teens in Custody Following Shooting at Newton Apartment Complex Wednesday Night

Thursday, July 31

NEWTON, Kan. — Five teens are in custody after a shooting incident Wednesday evening at a Newton apartment complex. Newton Police this morning said this morning one of the teens arrested was the person who was shot. They were taken into custody after being released... Read More.

Dondlinger Construction of Wichita Makes Gift to McPherson College

Thursday, July 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — During a ribbon-cutting and car-unveiling ceremony on July 24, Dondlinger Construction of Wichita presented McPherson College with a $125,000 gift to support student activities and programs. The company served as the general contractor for the Campus Commons — a 55,000-square-foot hub... Read More.

Salina Rescue Mission Needs List from August 1st – 31st, 2025

Thursday, July 31

SALINA, Kan. (July 31, 2025) — The Salina Rescue Mission is requesting monthly donations for select items this month. Items Needed for August: Deodorant Kleenex Shampoo Donations may be delivered seven days a week between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. to the Mission located at... Read More.

Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Wednesday, July 30

ERIE, Kan. — A rural Erie man who is a registered sex offender has been arrested for child sex crimes. Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents and Neosho County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 42-year-old Peter Hawkinson Wednesday morning after a search warrant was executed at a location... Read More.

Rice County Highlighted in ‘Treasurer’s Top Ten’ List of Businesses and People with Unclaimed Property

Wednesday, July 30

RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson visited Lyons on Wednesday, July 30 for the Unclaimed Property Campaign and shared a "Treasurer's Top Ten" list of businesses and people in Rice County with unclaimed funds. Treasurer's Top Ten Businesses: Rice County Good Samaritan... Read More.

Central Christian School to Host Annual Craft Fair This September During Alumni & Friends Weekend

Wednesday, July 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce the return of its Fall Craft Fair, taking place Saturday, September 27 at the school’s campus. This family-friendly event brings together talented local artisans, crafters, and small business owners for a day of shopping,... Read More.

Road Closure at 14th Avenue (Old Highway 81) North of McPherson from August 4-14

Wednesday, July 30

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Starting Monday, a one-mile section of 14th Avenue (Old Highway 81) north of McPherson will be closed for a pipeline repair project. The closure, currently scheduled to last through Aug. 14, is from Mohawk Road, or the north end of... Read More.

Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center Opens Retrospective Exhibit Featuring the Work of Kansas Artist John Whitfield

Tuesday, July 29

LINDSBORG, Kan. — A retrospective exhibition of artwork by John Whitfield will open at the Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center on Friday, August 1, 2025. During the 1960s, Whitfield visited Lindsborg several times to meet with Lester Raymer and other area artists. Later... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

Tuesday, July 29

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday $25 million for 30 projects to improve intersections and roads across the state. The projects were selected for funding through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) City Connecting Link Improvement Program (CCLIP). “Enhancing the safety and accessibility... Read More.

USD 418 Issues Statement on Roundhouse Floor Damage

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

Join Larned’s Moonlight Madness for Festivities and a Mrs. Doubtfire Contest

Five Teens in Custody Following Shooting at Newton Apartment Complex Wednesday Night

Dondlinger Construction of Wichita Makes Gift to McPherson College

Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Central Christian School to Host Annual Craft Fair This September During Alumni & Friends Weekend

Road Closure at 14th Avenue (Old Highway 81) North of McPherson from August 4-14

Smoky Valley Arts and Folklife Center Opens Retrospective Exhibit Featuring the Work of Kansas Artist John Whitfield

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

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