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Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community Announces Leadership Transition

Friday, October 17

BUHLER, Kan. – October 17, 2025 – After 36 years of dedicated leadership, Keith Pankratz will officially retire from his role as CEO of Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community (SMRC) on December 19, 2025. In preparation for this transition, all executive leadership communication will now... Read More.

Moundridge Community Foundation Hosts 10th Annual Match Week

Thursday, October 16

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation (MCF) has announced that its 10th annual Match Week will take place Nov. 3-7. For 2025, MCF received two grants from the Patterson Family Foundation, each providing $50,000 in matching funds. One grant will match donations made to... Read More.

Lifesaving Equipment Under Review: Reno County EMS Ensures AED Readiness Across the County

Thursday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. -- Automated External Defibrillators, or AEDs, are used by ordinary people to perform an extraordinary task: bringing life-saving equipment to the side of a person whose heart has stopped beating. Beginning September 24, 2025, Reno County EMS staff are out in the community,... Read More.

Kansas Department of Labor Receives NASCIO 2025 State Information Technology Recognition Award

Thursday, October 16

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and the Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) announced Thursday that KDOL has received the 2025 State Information Technology (IT) Recognition Award from the National Association of State Chief Information Officers (NASCIO) in the category of Digital Experience:... Read More.

Nominate Outstanding Leaders and Businesses for Great Bend Chamber of Commerce 2026 Annual Awards

Thursday, October 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. — It’s that time of year when we come together to celebrate the incredible individuals and businesses that make Great Bend a vibrant and thriving community. We’re thrilled to announce that nominations are now open for the Great Bend Chamber of... Read More.

The Power of Advocacy: From Awareness to Action

Wednesday, October 15

A Three-Part Series Presented by OCCK, Inc. & Disability Rights Center of Kansas SALINA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. is partnering with the Disability Rights Center of Kansas (DRC Kansas) and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) to host The Power of Advocacy:... Read More.

McPherson Chamber of Commerce to Host Annual Banquet & Awards on Wednesday, November 19

Wednesday, October 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — Join the McPherson Chamber of Commerce for the Annual Chamber Banquet & Awards on Wednesday, November 19th, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. at the McPherson Community Building. We’ll celebrate, connect, and honor the people, businesses, and organizations that make McPherson thrive! This includes the... Read More.

City of Newton Awards Contract for KLP Rail Extension

Wednesday, October 15

NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission awarded a contract to extend rail improvements to serve the Kansas Logistics Park, including the new GAF manufacturing facility currently under construction. The project will extend rail spurs from the KO Railroad line where it currently... Read More.

Barton Theatre Explores Love, War, and Life in “Time Stands Still”

Wednesday, October 15

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Community College Theatre Department will present 'Time Stands Still', a powerful drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Donald Margulies, October 16-19 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Performances are Oct. 16-18 at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 19. Tickets are... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New Public Works Building Purchase, Councilman Resigns

Wednesday, October 15

LYONS, Kan. — There's a vacancy on the Lyons City Council. Mayor Alicia Hommon announced at a special meeting of the Council Tuesday night Ward 3 Councilman John Mehl has resigned, effective immediately, as he has purchased a home just outside the city limits.... Read More.

Governor Kelly Releases Statement on Ceasefire in Middle East

Tuesday, October 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Tuesday, Oct. 14 Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement regarding the ceasefire reached in the Middle East. "Yesterday, after 738 days, the hostages held by Hamas were finally released, and the horrific war in the Middle East has reached a... Read More.

McPherson Police Department Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Substation

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Police Department formally opened their new downtown substation at 218 East Kansas Tuesday morning with a McPherson Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting. Police Chief Mikel Golden said the new substation is, “a testament to the support we have received... Read More.