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Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Thursday, February 12

High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until Friday, March 13, 2026, to apply for one of two $1,000 scholarships from Kansas Wheat honoring industry leaders Herb Clutter and David Radenberg. The scholarships - each worth $1,000 - continue a proud tradition... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day Scheduled for March 6

Thursday, February 12

Annual event will be held at the university’s new Bilbrey Family Event Center MANHATTAN, Kan. — Using genetic tools to advance the next generation of livestock and the economic outlook on the beef market highlight the program during the 113th Cattlemen's Day, hosted by... Read More.

Chamber Announces Upcoming 2026 Legislative Forum Dates

Thursday, February 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the upcoming 2026 Legislative Forum dates: Saturday, February 14: 9:00am - 10:30 a.m. at the Stringer Fine Arts Center, Gallery Theatre – 600 E. 11th, Hutchinson Saturday, March 14: 9:00am –... Read More.

McPherson Fire Department to Hold Push-In Ceremony for New Attack Trucks Thursday, February 12

Thursday, February 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department will place into service its two new attack trucks Thursday evening with a Push-In Ceremony at Fire Station 2 (1705 N. Main St. in McPherson). This is a tradition in the fire service when new units come... Read More.

McPherson Pet Resort Closes Abruptly, Leaving Staff and Clients Surprised

Thursday, February 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — A McPherson pet business has abruptly closed its doors. McPherson Pet Resort on West 1st confirmed in a social media post Wednesday afternoon they have closed. Their post stated they are sorry for any inconvenience and expressed appreciation to their clients who have... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Board Discusses Kansas Legislature Topics that could Impact the District

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — In addition to discussions about bell-to-bell cell phone bans and potty training requirements among other things, another topic that is before the Kansas Legislature will have major impacts on Kansas school districts. On Monday, McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Shiloh Vincent told the... Read More.

USD 418 Board Hears Presentation on CTE Program Focused on Manufacturing

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday heard a presentation on a program that could help address local workforce needs. The SME Education Foundation, part of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, has developed a program known as SME PRIME (Partnership... Read More.

Via Christi and Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Expand Advanced Prenatal Care in Reno County

Wednesday, February 11

WICHITA, Kan. — Feb. 11, 2026 — Via Christi and the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center are partnering to launch a new Maternal-Fetal Medicine (MFM) Clinic to support pregnancies in Reno County. Starting Friday, Feb. 13, the Ascension Via Christi Maternal-Fetal Medicine in Hutchinson will... Read More.

StartUp Haven: Entrepreneurship Workshop Coming to Haven, KS

Tuesday, February 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - February 10, 2026 —StartUp Haven, an Entrepreneurship Workshop Series presented by StartUp Hutch, is coming to Haven, Kansas, on Tuesday, March 3, at the Haven Community Building. The workshop is designed for rural and small-town residents who are interested in starting... Read More.

Newton & Harvey County Seek Transportation Safety Feedback

Tuesday, February 10

NEWTON, Kan. — The City of Newton and Harvey County have partnered to develop a Transportation Safety Action Plan designed to create a safer, more connected community for drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists. The Safety Action Plan will evaluate crash patterns, identify high-risk corridors, and recommend... Read More.

Kansas Middle and High School Students Compete in Regional Science Olympiad at FHSU

Tuesday, February 10

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University hosted the annual regional Science Olympiad. Nearly 100 students from 11 Kansas schools, four middle and seven high schools, braved frigid weather to compete. The top three finishers in each of the regional events received medals, and students... Read More.

McPherson County Building Renovation Nears Completion, Commissioners Defer Action on New Five-Year Lease Agreement

Monday, February 9

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Building renovation project is about 85 percent complete. McPherson County Commissioner David O'Dell shared information at Monday's meeting from the last monthly project meeting, and he said flooring has been completed on the 4th and 5th floors, and... Read More.