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Fatal Crash on I 135 Wednesday Afternoon Near McPherson

Thursday, January 29

A Park City woman was killed in a two vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on I-135 southeast of McPherson. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Angel Nichols was southbound on 135 about a mile southeast of the Comanche Road on-ramp at 2:15 PM when her vehicle rear-ended... Read More.

Kansas Healthy Food Initiative Launches 2026 Grant Program

Thursday, January 29

Now in its’ second year, program awarded $262K in 2025 MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Healthy Food Initiative has opened applications for a grant program that awarded more than one quarter of a million dollars last year to support local and regional food systems throughout... Read More.

ReUse It Center January 2026 Benevolent Distributions

Wednesday, January 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — Thanks to its dedicated shoppers and volunteers, The ReUse It Center has donated $5,250 to local organizations in January 2026. Organizations who received donations: STEPMC STEPMC mission statement is to walk alongside people until they are out of poverty. STEPMC provides a framework for... Read More.

Rice County Health Department Reports High Influenza-Like Illness

Wednesday, January 28

RICE COUNTY, Kan. - Rice County Health Department is reporting high levels of influenza-like illness (ILI) activity in the community, which may impact students and staff in USD 405. Influenza-like illness refers to fever accompanied by cough and/or sore throat and may be caused... Read More.

Patrick Wallerius, Longtime OCCK, Inc. Leader, Announces Retirement in 2025

Tuesday, January 27

SALINA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. announces the retirement of Patrick Wallerius, Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, after more than 33 years of dedicated service. Throughout his career, Patrick has been a key leader in guiding OCCK’s financial stability and organizational growth. His leadership in budgeting and... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Discusses Naloxone Advocacy, New Technology, and Facility Updates

Tuesday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The USD 308 Board of Education held its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026, addressing student advocacy, safety technology, and significant facility updates, including the nearing completion of the Lil’ Hawks Childcare Center. Gabriel Marcum, the 2026 Boys & Girls... Read More.

House Republican’s Bill Takes Aim at Kansas School Employees Who Support Bond Issues

Tuesday, January 27

TOPEKA — A lawmaker’s personal grievances took center stage in a hearing over his proposed legislation to scrutinize communication from public schools about bond issues. Rep. Paul Waggoner, a Hutchinson Republican, said House Bill 2451 would strengthen existing law that prohibits public employees from... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces New Administrative Assistant

Tuesday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County (UWRC) is pleased to welcome Kate Irelan as its new Administrative Assistant. A Hutchinson resident for 20 years, Irelan brings experience in marketing and administrative roles across both nonprofit and for-profit organizations. She is actively involved in... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Move Your Mountain Coaching Host “The Leader’s Lunchroom”

Tuesday, January 27

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Move Your Mountain Coaching and Consultation, is proud to announce the February session of The Leader’s Lunchroom, a monthly leadership gathering designed to inspire connection, clarity, and growth for leaders across the community. Held on... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Announces 104th Annual Awards Ceremony

Monday, January 26

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce will host its 104th Annual Awards Ceremony presented by Spectrum Partners LLC and The University of Kansas Health System on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the Great Bend Events Center. This signature event brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs,... Read More.

Students Prepare to Pitch Business Ideas in Reno County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge

Monday, January 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Students from across Reno County will compete in the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge on March 10, 2026, at the Stringer Fine Arts Center. These young entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses to a panel of judges and participate in a tradeshow to show... Read More.

FHSU’s Next Science Café Set for Feb. 2

Monday, January 26

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s upcoming Science Café is set for Monday, Feb. 2. This month’s presentation, “Fossils, Museums, and 66 Million Years,” is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in... Read More.