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Applications Now Open for Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Initiative Microgrants

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — June 15, 2026 — StartUp Hutch is now accepting applications for its Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Initiative Microgrants, designed to support existing small businesses in rural Reno County communities. Applications are now open and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Eligible... Read More.

DCOM: Live! Brings Disney Channel Era Tribute Concert to the 2026 Kansas State Fair

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Fans can sing, dance and relive the music that defined a generation when DCOM: Live! comes to the 2026 Kansas State Fair on Sunday, September 20 at 4 P.M. The high-energy tribute concert will close out the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand... Read More.

Container Garden Project Helps 100+ Households Grow Fresh Food at Home

Sunday, June 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Central Kansas Partnership (CKP) recently distributed container gardens to over 100 low-income and elderly individuals and families throughout Barton County, helping increase access to fresh produce while promoting healthy lifestyles and well-being. This outreach was made possible through a grant... Read More.

Salina Regional Health Center Names New CFO

Friday, June 12

Salina Regional Health Center announced today the appointment of Dianna White as its next Chief Financial Officer. White is a highly-respected health care finance executive with extensive experience in financial leadership, strategic planning and operational excellence. She will oversee Salina Regional's financial operations... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council to Hold Public Hearing on ‘Meadows on Monroe’ Housing Project

Friday, June 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson may take another step toward addressing housing next week. City officials have scheduled a public hearing for next Tuesday, June 16, to discuss the proposed "Meadows on Monroe" Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID). The project, which aims to boost new residential... Read More.

Buhler City Council Announces Leadership Change in Police Department

Friday, June 12

BUHLER, Kan. - The City of Buhler has officially announced a change in leadership within its Police Department. The Buhler City Council has voted to terminate the employment of former Police Chief Banning, effective immediately. In response to the vacancy, the City has appointed Officer Brislin... Read More.

Day 3, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Friday, June 12

KANSAS - This is day 3 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. In south central Kansas, weather has been drier this week,... Read More.

United Way Reno County to Announce $950,000 in Upcoming Community Investments

Friday, June 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is set to announce its upcoming investment of $950,000 in 39 programs across 23 partner agencies serving Reno County residents in the coming year. Recipients, and the programs receiving support, will be recognized on Wed.,... Read More.

NMRMC Receives Nearly $1.9 Million for Cardiac/Pulmonary and Imaging Equipment

Thursday, June 11

Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center (NMRMC) and the Foundation of NMRMC are pleased to announce the award of nearly $1.9 million in Fiscal Year 2026 Congressional Community Project Funding to support critical healthcare improvements that will expand rehabilitation services and modernize diagnostic imaging capabilities... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Hiring of New Staff Member

Thursday, June 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the hiring of a new Sports Coordinator. Taylor Martin started his role as Sports Coordinator on May 26. He comes to Hutch Rec with a bachelor’s degree in human and health performance and exercise science from Fort Hays... Read More.

The Golden Belt’s Real Country Station 98.9 KGBK FM Reaches Canada

Thursday, June 11

On Wednesday, June 10, a man named Gaétan Bussières heard The Golden Belt's Real Country station 98.9 KGBK FM from Maniwaki, Quebec in Canada, a distance of about 1,305 miles away. Bussières was driving home late afternoon Wednesday when he managed to tune in to... Read More.

Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce to Host Primary Candidate Forum for Kansas State Representatives and Reno County Commissioners

Thursday, June 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce announced today that it will host a Primary Candidate Forum featuring individuals seeking election to the Kansas House of Representatives and the Reno County Commission. The forum will be held on Wednesday, July 8, at 6:00... Read More.