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Decades Long Friendship Leads to Generous Donation for McPherson High School Javelin Runway

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — At a 1986 duel between the USA National Junior track and field team and the Romanian national team, an encounter between a 13-year-old Romanian boy and a press officer for Team USA led to a nearly 40-year friendship. From that friendship,... Read More.

No Nightmares: K-State Expert Shares Tips for Halloween Food Safety

Tuesday, October 14

Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe MANHATTAN, Kan. — Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable... Read More.

City of Great Bend Adds Three More Dates to Mosquito Spraying Schedule

Tuesday, October 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Three additional rounds of mosquito spraying are scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 16, Monday, Oct. 20 and Thursday, Oct. 23., announced by the City of Great Bend on Tuesday. The streets department will fog between the hours of 8 p.m. - 12 a.m.... Read More.

The Center for Counseling and Consultation Refocuses Plans for Ellinwood Project, Reaffirms Commitment to Crisis Stabilization and Veterans Support

Tuesday, October 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — October 14, 2025 — The Center for Counseling and Consultation has announced a change in direction for the proposed Crisis Stabilization and Veterans Housing Project in Ellinwood, Kansas. Originally designed as an eight-bed crisis stabilization unit combined with housing for veterans, the project... Read More.

Salina City Commission Approved Additional Cost for Smoky Hill River Log Jam Removal

Monday, October 13

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has approved an $800,000 contract amendment with Diehl Enterprises to remove the log jam in the Smoky Hill River. The city had originally in late July approved a contract with Diehl to remove the log jam resulting... Read More.

McPherson County Explains EMS Sales Tax Measure, Designed to Ease Property Tax Burden

Monday, October 13

On the ballot in the Nov. 4, 2025, general election McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County voters will see a proposal on the November 4 ballot for a ½ cent (0.5%) county-wide sales tax dedicated to funding Emergency Medical Services (EMS). If approved, the tax... Read More.

Friday Chase Leads to Arrest of Florida Woman on Forgery and Theft Charges

Monday, October 13

ABILENE, Kan. — A Florida woman is in custody after allegedly cashing forged checks with stolen identification at an Abilene bank and later leading law enforcement on a tri-county chase. Abilene Police said last Thursday they began investigating a theft report at Astra Bank on... Read More.

Kansas Judges, Attorneys Weigh ‘Fragmented’ Remote Court Proceedings as Supreme Court Seeks Change

Monday, October 13

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas’ legal aid group relies on remote court appearances in 22 counties in the southwest part of the state after losing its only attorney in the region in August, said Kansas Legal Services’ executive director, Matthew Keenan. However, some judges refuse to... Read More.

Central Christian School’s Annual Stewardship Dinner Fundraiser to Feature KC Wolf’s Dan Meers

Monday, October 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce its Annual Stewardship Dinner Fundraiser. It will feature keynote speaker Dan Meers, best known as the man behind the legendary KC Wolf, mascot of the Kansas City Chiefs. For 35 years, Dan Meers donned the... Read More.

K-State Expert Highlights Gut Health as Key to Managing Diabetes

Monday, October 13

November is National Diabetes Month MANHATTAN, Kan. — November marks National Diabetes Month, a time to spotlight one of the most pressing chronic health conditions in the United States. Alongside well-known topics like blood sugar and insulin, A Kansas State University expert also is drawing attention... Read More.

McPherson Library Seeks New Book Supplier after Current One Ceases Operations

Sunday, October 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The closure of a major book supplier is impacting libraries across the country, including the McPherson Public Library. The library announced Sunday Baker and Taylor, which is one their library's primary book distributors, has unexpectedly announced it is closing operations. In a... Read More.

USD 308 Announces Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominees

Friday, October 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2025) — Hutchinson Public Schools has announced its Kansas Teacher of the Year candidates, Amanda Buethe and Michelle Goossen. The Kansas Teacher of the Year program honors exceptional educators across the state, recognizing their dedication and impact on students and communities.... Read More.