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City of Hutchinson Invites Northeast District Residents to Community Meeting Tuesday, June 10

Monday, June 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson will be hosting a community meeting on Tuesday, June 10, encouraging all Northeast District residents to attend and participate from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Dillon Nature Center, Visitor Center (3002 E. 30th Avenue, Hutchinson).The... Read More.

All-Female Fire Crew First on Scene of Barn Fire

Monday, June 9

TORNONTO, Kan. — A barn fire last Thursday evening on the north edge of Toronto is getting a little more than the usual attention, due to the initial response.As Woodson County Emergency Management relates it, the first crew to arrive on the scene was... Read More.

Kincaid Teen Killed and One Injured in Saturday Night UTV Crash Near Garnett

Sunday, June 8

A Kincaid teen was killed and one other injured in a late Saturday night UTV crash west of Garnett. The Kansas Highway Patrol said the UTV, driven by Wyatt Whitham, 16 was southbound on northwest Marshall Road at 11:39 PM and was attempting to turn... Read More.

Two Marion Bicyclists Struck by Tire in Northwest Kansas

Saturday, June 7

Two Marion residents were injured Friday afternoon after they were struck by a tire that had come off a trailer in far northwest Kansas.The Kansas Highway Patrol said Wayne and Barbara Akers were riding bikes westbound on US 36 near McDonald, about 19 miles... Read More.

New President Elected To McPherson County Bankers Association

Saturday, June 7

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Tom Kueser, President of the State Bank of Canton and McPherson County Commissioner has been elected new President of the McPherson County Bankers Association."I am both honored and humbled to have been named President of the McPherson County Bankers Association,"... Read More.

KCC Schedules Public Hearings on Evergy’s Request to Raise Rates

Thursday, June 5

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) will hold public hearings in Wichita and Topeka beginning next week to give Evergy Kansas Central customers the opportunity to learn more about the company’s rate increase request, ask questions and make comments before the Commission.Evergy... Read More.

Grant Honors Fallen Veterans

Thursday, June 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — In March, the David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, awarded a $9,295 grant to American Legion Post 140 to purchase 300 aluminum grave markers and flag holders for veterans buried in Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg.The grave... Read More.

Stream Advisory Issued for the Walnut River from Highway 54 South of El Dorado

Thursday, June 5

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for the Walnut River from where it passes under Highway 54 south of El Dorado to the confluence with Turkey Creek. The stream advisory is a result of a damaged pipe discharging untreated... Read More.

Hutch Chamber Congratulates APAC Shears on Recent Groundbreaking

Thursday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — APAC Shears recently broke ground on their regional corporate headquarters at Airport Road and Avenue G in Hutchinson."With over 150 years of history in Hutchinson and Reno County, this moment marks not just a new project—but a continuation of a legacy... Read More.

Join the Excitement of the 2025 ARRL Field Day “Radio Connects” June 28-29

Thursday, June 5

What is ARRL Field Day? ARRL Field Day is a radio communications event that brings together amateur radio operators (also called “hams”) within your community. The theme for 2025 Field Day is “Radio Connects” – highlighting the many ways that wireless technology connects... Read More.

Mosquito Fogging to Start Tonight

Wednesday, June 4

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend plans to fog for mosquitos the following dates: June 4, 5, 12, 19, 26.Spraying will be from 8 p.m. till Midnight. The public is encouraged, and especially those with medical issues and pets, to... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Approves Installation of New Playground Equipment at Shadduck Park

Wednesday, June 4

Hutchinson City Council Meeting 6/3/25 Highlights HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday night approved purchase and installation of new playground equipment at Shadduck Park,which adjoins the Boys and Girls Club which is partnering in the project.Members of the club's Teen Advisory Council did... Read More.