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Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Kansas for the First Time

Tuesday, October 21

K-State veterinarian urges awareness for state’s cattle producers MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas animal health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of the invasive Asian longhorned tick, found in early October on a dog in Franklin County. The discovery was made through a passive surveillance program... Read More.

Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Ownership and Fresh Vision at Sunflower Estates

Monday, October 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunflower Estates, a Mobile Home and RV Community, on Thursday, October 9th, 2025. Formerly known as Finer Mobile Home Park, Sunflower Estates is now under new ownership dedicated to... Read More.

Salina Symphony Presents “Fireworks” Concert Nov. 9

Monday, October 20

SALINA, Kan. (October 20, 2025) — The Salina Symphony’s Fireworks concert will light up the Stiefel Theatre Sun., Nov. 9, at 4 p.m. with brilliant color and vibrant energy. Rainbow Body by Christopher Theofanidis opens this colorful program with its gorgeous melodies and shimmering textures,... Read More.

November Chamber Membership Breakfast: Celebrating Farm City Week in Hutchinson

Monday, October 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - October 20, 2025 – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to invite all Reno County farmers to an inspiring morning and complimentary breakfast at our November Membership Breakfast, celebrating Farm City Week. The event will take place on Wednesday,... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Monday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) praised the decision by Air Combat Command (ACC) to have The Kansas Air National Guard’s 184th Wing, headquartered at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, join the newly established Point Defense Task Force and serve as an... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Hear Public Works Update on Current Projects

Monday, October 20

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works Director David Bohnenblust gave County Commissioners an update on current projects at Monday's meeting. There are still two-lane miles of paving left to do on 27th Avenue between Canton and Roxbury, along with various shoulder work.... Read More.

Area Home Sales Down in September

Monday, October 20

Home sales in the area served by Prairie Land Realtor's Mid-Kansas Multiple listing service in September were down 14.5 percent from the same month a year ago. 112 homes sold region-wide last month, compared to 131 in September 2024. The median sales price region-wide at... Read More.

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

Friday, October 17

MACKSVILLE, Kan. (Oct. 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.

Lucky by Name, Legendary by Voice

Friday, October 17

McPherson native Lucky Kidd celebrates 35 years of broadcasting and his first KAB Award of Excellence. For decades, locals have heard the familiar catch phrase: I'm Lucky Kiiidd. He's the man behind countless newscasts, weather updates, and sports broadcasts. On Oct. 6, 2025, Lucky earned his first... Read More.

Amity White 1st, Pretty Prairie Girls 3rd at WSL/HOPL Cross Country Meet

Friday, October 17

The Pretty Prairie girls placed third at the the Wheat State League/Heart of the Plains League cross country meet Thursday on the Bethel College track in North Newton. Pretty Prairie’s Amity White won the WSL/HOPL varsity girls 5K race with a time of 21 minutes,... Read More.

USD 418 School Board Candidates Answer Audience Questions at Thursday Evening Candidate Forum

Friday, October 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — A large audience was in attendance for Thursday evening's USD 418 Candidate forum hosted by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Civic Affairs Committee. During the nearly hour-long event candidates were asked a series of questions submitted by audience members, the first... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces 14 Administration Appointments

Friday, October 17

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Friday 14 appointments to the following state boards, committee, and advisory group. Kansas Board of Regents Purpose: A nine-member body which governs six state universities, and supervises and coordinates 19 community colleges, five technical colleges, six technical schools, and... Read More.