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McPherson City Commissioners Approve Two Tree Removals on North Elm, Equipment Upgrades and Upcoming Summer Events

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — Removal of two trees and one stump in the way of the reconstruction of the 1100 block of North Elm was approved by McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday, Treder Tree will be removing them at a cost not to exceed $3,500.The Commission... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Hear Report of Water Rescue Team Deployment

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Fire Department's water rescue team was deployed last week in the wake of flooding in eastern parts of Kansas, and took part in a rescue operation. Division Chief Seth Graham gave a report on their work to the McPherson... Read More.

Lakeside Park Bandshell Nominated for National Register of Historic Places

Tuesday, June 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Lakeside Park Bandshell in McPherson has been added to the Register of Historic Kansas Places and forwarded for nomination to the National Register of Historic Places.That action was taken Saturday during a meeting of the Kansas Historic Sites Board of... Read More.

Lindsborg’s Midsummer Festival Saturday, June 14

Tuesday, June 10

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Enjoy Midsummer in Lindsborg by exploring the downtown daytime festivities and then the evening performances at Heritage Square across from the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum.Daytime activities will include demonstrators, vendors, and entertainers on Main Street, including pop-up performances... Read More.

Buhler School Board Works with Kids Collective to Provide High Quality Child Care

Tuesday, June 10

BUHLER, Kan. (June 9, 2025) - The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education met Monday night to recognize student athlete’s achievements and discuss changes for the 2025-2026 school year. Buhler High School teams recognized were the Boys Tennis Team, Girls Swim and Dive, Boys... Read More.

Four Arrested for Drug Possession in Two Great Bend Traffic Stops

Monday, June 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Two Traffic stops over the weekend by Barton County Sheriff's Deputies in Great Bend put four people in jail on drug charges.Stop one was about 4 p.m. Friday in the 2900 block of 22nd Street, where deputies became suspicious of... Read More.

Hutchinson Monarchs to Host Ad Astra Radio Night & Cancer Awareness Night June 14

Monday, June 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Monarchs baseball team out of the Jayhawk Collegiate League will host two special events at Hobart-Detter Field Saturday, June 14, holding Ad Astra Radio Night and Cancer Awareness Night.The Monarchs will host the Great Bend Bat Cats that evening at... Read More.

Home Sales Down, Prices Up

Monday, June 9

Prairie Land Realtors' Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service showed 132 homes sold in May, which was off 13 from May 2024. However, the value of what sold, at $26.7 million, was up from a year ago.The median sales price for May at $179,222 was up... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Presented $7.9M Budget Proposal, Hear Ongoing Road Projects and Department Reports

Monday, June 9

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works Director David Bohnenblust submitted a just over $7.9 million budget proposal for 2026 to County Commissioners Monday. Bohnenblust, who has been in the position for a little over five months, said the non-salary part of the... Read More.

Water Leak Work at Patton and Eisenhower

Monday, June 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Today, June 9, Utilities crews will begin working on a water main break at Patton and Eisenhower. Expect the possibility of a disruption in service in the areas of 10th and Patton to Eisenhower to Cherry Lane.Please be attentive and... Read More.

Hays Police Department Reminds Residents of Guidelines for Fireworks Retailers

Monday, June 9

HAYS, Kan. — The City of Hays Police Department is issuing an important reminder regarding regulations for fireworks retailers and wholesalers ahead of Independence Day celebrations.Compliance with city guidelines ensures a safe and enjoyable holiday for all residents.Fireworks sales within the Hays city limits... Read More.

2025 Chamber Classic a Hit with Golfers & Sponsors

Monday, June 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — After a week of showers, Friday, June 6th provided a beautiful day for the annual Chamber Classic Golf Tournament. Thirty-six teams enjoyed a taco bar lunch courtesy of Reach Solutions before playing 18 holes of golf with fun activities at each... Read More.