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Bethany College Announces New Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement

Wednesday, June 11

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is proud to announce the appointment of Christie Denniston as Vice President of Advancement & Alumni Engagement. She will officially begin her position at Bethany College on July 21. Denniston brings more than three decades of experience in marketing,... Read More.

Retiring Salina Superintendent Linn Exline to Lead Kansas Wesleyans Teacher Education Department

Wednesday, June 11

SALINA, Kan. — Retiring Salina USD 305 Superintendent Linn Exline will continue in an education role, as she was named this week the new head of Kansas Wesleyan University's Teacher Education Department.KWU President Dr. Mark Thompson said in announcing her new appointment few people... Read More.

United Way to Announce Investments to Reno County Partner Organizations

Wednesday, June 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – United Way of Reno County is excited to publicly announce its planned community investments to local partner organizations and programs on Tuesday, June 17 at the Stringer Fine Arts Center (600 East 11th Ave.). Doors for the event will open at... Read More.

Area Senior Living and Care Organizations Announce Affiliation Plans

Wednesday, June 11

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Two area senior living and care organizations – Bluestem Communities, headquartered in North Newton, and The Cedars in McPherson – have announced an affiliation that will strengthen non-profit senior services opportunities in south central Kansas.  The Cedars, a life plan community... Read More.

Reno County Commissioners Approve Purchase of Tractor, Lawnmower

Wednesday, June 11

Reno County, Kan. (June 11,2025) - Reno County Commissioners Monday approved the purchase of a 2019 Kubota MX5200 as well as a new Landpride 7 foot Rotary Cutter Bush Hog for the Sheriff’s Department use.The need for this equipment was highlighted with the development... Read More.

Master Gardeners to Offer Substitute for Senior Voucher Program

Wednesday, June 11

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — While there will likely not be a Kansas Farmers Market Nutrition Program voucher distribution this summer, McPherson County's Master Gardeners and Friends are stepping up to fill the void.That group is making available punch cards that can be used at... Read More.

Fort Larned USD 495 Announces New Athletic Director

Wednesday, June 11

LARNED, Kan. — Fort Larned USD 495 has announced the hiring of Brian Deterding as the new athletic director and assistant principal at Larned High School.Deterding comes to LHS from Kiowa County USD 422 in Greensburg, where over the past 12 years he has... Read More.

Thrive Allen County Hires New Economic Development Director, City of Savonburg Receives Grants

Tuesday, June 10

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Camile LaVon has been hired by Thrive Allen County as their new Economic Development Director. Lavon comes to Thrive from Colorado Springs where she worked for their chamber of commerce economic development organization. She brings a decade of experience in... Read More.

Water Leak Impacting Yates Center

Tuesday, June 10

YATES CENTER, Kan. (June 6, 2025) — Repairs at the Yates Center water plant have been completed and everything is back to normal.YATES CENTER, Kan. (June 5, 2025) — A large water leak has prompted the city of Yates Center to ask community... Read More.

Women Aviators Launching from Fairhope Alabama in the 48th Air Race Classic

Tuesday, June 10

FAIRHOPE, Ala. — Get ready for a thrilling spectacle as women pilots from across the United States gear up to ignite the skies with the spirit of adventure and competition in the most anticipated aviation event of the year. The Air Race Classic, tracing... Read More.

McPherson to Start Mosquito Spraying in Focused Areas Tonight and Citywide on Thursday (Weather Permitting)

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The city of McPherson will conduct a selective spraying for mosquitoes this evening, which will focus on parks, Turkey Creek Golf Course, the cemetery, and the area around the CHS refinery. Public Lands and Facilities Director Wayne Burns also says if... Read More.

Plevna Tornado Recovery Efforts Continue, Next Steps Underway

Tuesday, June 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In the weeks following the devastating tornado that struck Plevna and surrounding areas of Reno County, families, local organizations, and volunteers have come together in remarkable ways to begin the long road to recovery. To date, an estimated 522 tons of... Read More.