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Storm Information for Salina Area

Tuesday, June 9

The Kansas Department of Transportation reports numerous signs were either damaged or missing after Monday night's storm. This mostly impacted Ellsworth, Lincoln, Ottawa and Saline Counties. While KDOT crews are working to repair or replace the signs, they advise this could take time as... Read More.

Extreme Wind, Heavy Rain Hits Central Kansas

Tuesday, June 9

UPDATE AT 10:45 AM Most Lindsborg residents have power back, according to City Administrator Tanner Foust, who reported there were still about 77 customers without power. Lindsborg saw extensive tree damage from the high wind. Faust also said the city is opening a cooling station... Read More.

Day 1, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, June 9

KANSAS - 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. Predicted to be one of the earliest harvests in recent... Read More.

Lindsborg Man Promoted to Major by Kansas Highway Patrol

Monday, June 8

Kansas Highway Patrol Superintendent, Colonel Erik Smith announced that Captain Christopher Bauer has been promoted to Major. He will serve as Commander of the Protective Services Bureau, overseeing Troop K – Capitol Police, Troop L – Executive Protection Unit, and Troop R – Crisis... Read More.

Galva Bypass Option Removed From US 56 Corridor Study, Other Projects Move to Preliminary Design Phase

Monday, June 8

The Kansas Department of Transportation provided an update Monday afternoon on the US 56 corridor study between McPherson and Marion. This update covered internal discussions regarding potential projects in the corridor The major change affecting McPherson County is that KDOT has decided not to... Read More.

2026 McPherson Chamber Classic a Patriotic Player’s Dream

Monday, June 8

It may have rained most of the week, but Friday, June 6th was a sunny day with a light breeze for the annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament at Turkey Creek Golf Course. Teams enjoyed a taco bar lunch courtesy of Reach Solutions before playing... Read More.

Beethoven & Beer Returns June 18 with Flute, Saxophone, and Oompah Band at Sandhills Brewing

Monday, June 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Beethoven & Beer, the casual classical music series presented by Classical Revolution ICT at Sandhills Brewing, returns for its summer season on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 7:00–8:30 PM. Held in a relaxed brewery setting, Beethoven & Beer brings local musicians and... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Camera Installation for County Clerk

Monday, June 8

A change order on the McPherson County Building project for the County Clerk's Office was approved by the County Commission Monday. This involves $5,765 to cover wiring and installation of security cameras in two storage rooms where election materials and equipment are stored and... Read More.

Tickets Now on Sale for the 2026 Kansas State Fair Demolition Derby

Monday, June 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Demolition Derby returns to the 2026 Kansas State Fair on Monday, September 14 at 7:30 P.M., bringing roaring engines, crunching metal and plenty of fan-favorite action to the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand in Hutchinson. The annual Fair favorite lands on Dillons Dollar... Read More.

Officer-Involved Shooting in Hutchinson

Monday, June 8

RENO COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Sunday evening in Hutchinson. The Hutchinson Police Department requested KBI assistance at approximately 7:23 p.m. Sunday, June 7. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to the... Read More.

Antique Tractor Preservation Day Observed Annually on August 22

Sunday, June 7

Celebrating 250 Years of American Agriculture, Heritage, and Independence Honoring America's Agricultural Heritage Since 2010 ▪ By Michael Hinton | Founder, Antique Tractor Preservation Day HUTCHINSON, Kan., June 07, 2026 – For 250 years, America has been built by generations of men and women who worked the... Read More.

16 New KHP Troopers Graduate from Academy, Three Assigned to This Area

Friday, June 5

16 new Kansas Highway Patrol Troopers graduated Friday from the 75th class of the KHP Training Academy in Salina on completion of their 21 week basic training program. One of the new troopers, Lakota Heinrich of Brookville, is being assigned to Ellsworth County... Read More.