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Day 1, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Monday, June 16

This is day 1 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.Harvest moved into southern Kansas about a week ago, but since then... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Hears Report on Issues with US HWY 81 & Arrowhead Intersection Following Fatal Crash Thursday

Monday, June 16

McPherson County Commission Meeting 6/16/25 Highlights McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Issues involving an intersection just west of Moundridge where two people were killed and a third injured in a crash last Thursday night were discussed by Public Works Director David Bohnenblust at Monday's McPherson County... Read More.

A Super Celebration Returns to Hutchinson with Smallville Festival on June 19-21

Monday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutch Rec, in collaboration with the Kansas State Fairgrounds, Strataca, Cosmosphere, Hutchinson Zoo, NaCl Comic Cons LLC, and Downtown Hutchinson, announce the 12th annual Smallville Festival taking place this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday: June 19-21, 2025.Each year, Hutchinson embraces its heroic... Read More.

Traffic Signal Removed to East and Westbound Traffic on W 4th Avenue at N Washington Street

Monday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Police Department Traffic Unit informed the public this afternoon that traffic moving east and westbound on W 4th Avenue at N Washington Street may proceed through the intersection without stopping. This comes after the recent removal of the traffic... Read More.

Three Arrests, Two Cases, One Unusual in Great Bend

Saturday, June 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Police have of late had some interesting cases, including one in a place you wouldn't think of.Case one began June 6th when they took a report of a theft in progress in the 900 Block of MacArthur Road where... Read More.

Celebrating Fifteen Years of Maurices in Great Bend

Friday, June 13

Great Bend, Kan. — Congratulations to Maurices for celebrating 15 years at their current location! On June 14th, Maurices, a leading women’s fashion brand, celebrated 15 years of success and continued growth at their current location on 10th St. Maurices, was founded on the... Read More.

The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation Announce Grant Recipients for June 2025

Friday, June 13

Foundation Releases $195,000 in June McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. - The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for June 2025. This cycle the Foundation released over $195,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from four different community... Read More.

McPherson Fire Department Extinguishes House Fire on 600 Block of North Oak Street

Friday, June 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department was called out this morning to a house fire in the 600 block of North Oak.McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry said they were dispatched about 10:30 AM, and the first arriving units reported light smoke coming from... Read More.

Stream Advisory Rescinded for the Walnut River from Highway 54 south of El Dorado to Turkey Creek

Friday, June 13

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for the Walnut River from where it passes under Highway 54 south of El Dorado to the confluence with Turkey Creek that was issued June 5. The stream advisory was a result of... Read More.

Crash Claims Lives of Two Hutchinson Residents Thursday Evening Near Moundridge

Friday, June 13

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Two people were killed in a Thursday evening crash just west of Moundridge. The McPherson County Sheriff's Office reported emergency personnel responded at 7;48 PM to the intersection of Old Highway 81 and Arrowhead Road, where Moundridge Fire and EMS... Read More.

Free Community Health Event in Hutchinson on June 27th!

Friday, June 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (June 9, 2025) — Don't Miss This Free Event! Join us for the Community Health Fair on Friday, June 27th from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Kansas National Guard Armory (1111 N. Severance, Hutchinson). Check out some of the activities that... Read More.

Salina Rescue Mission Announces $50,000 Matching Challenge in June

Friday, June 13

SALINA, Kan. — Homelessness is rising nationally, with an 18% increase over the past year due to escalating housing costs and inflation according to the Salina Rescue Mission. This trend is evident in Salina, where the Salina Rescue Mission witnesses its effects daily.In 2024,... Read More.