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USD 308 Summer Meal Program to Run June 2 through July 25

Saturday, May 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — USD 308 will be running its Summer Meal Program from June 2 through July 25 this year. Meals will not be served on July 4. Meals are free for all children ages 18 and younger. You do not need an application or... Read More.

Butler County EMS Mourns the Loss of Paramedic Justin Lauppe in the Line of Duty

Friday, May 16

EL DORADO, Kan. — With profound sadness, Butler County EMS announces the passing of Paramedic Justin Lauppe, who died while serving our community on May 16, 2025. Justin, a dedicated 14 year veteran of emergency medical services, experienced cardiac arrest and lost his life... Read More.

Afterschool Program Meets Critical Need in Inman

Friday, May 16

INMAN, Kan. — One theme echoed throughout the 2024 Mastermind McPherson County surveys: the need for accessible childcare. In nearly every community, it ranked among the top five priorities. In Inman, it was No. 2.And the issue isn’t limited to infant care. Many schools... Read More.

Hutchinson Firefighter Injured in Early Morning Fire; Two Cats Rescued

Friday, May 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson firefighter received minor injuries in an early morning fire early today.Division Chief Jesse Martin said the first arriving units in the 1400 block of North Monroe, called out at 1:21 AM, found heavy fire showing from the front porch... Read More.

Lyons High School Senior Tragically Dies in Car-Semi Collision

Friday, May 16

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. — A Lyons High School senior who was to graduate this weekend was killed Thursday evening in a car-semi crash in Ellsworth County.The Kansas Highway Patrol said Nathaniel (Nate) Dold of Sterling was eastbound on K-156 about 3 ½ miles northeast... Read More.

Hutchinson Westlake Ace Hardware Stores and The Salvation Army Team Up for Annual Fan Drive to Help Communities Beat the Heat

Friday, May 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As temperatures begin to rise, Westlake Ace Hardware and The Salvation Army are once again joining forces to bring summer relief to those in need through their annual Fan Drive. The campaign runs May 19 through June 7 and... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Provides Community Feedback Report on Memorial Hall

Thursday, May 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On May 8, the City of Hutchinson hosted a public engagement meeting to gather community input on the future of Memorial Hall. More than 200 residents attended the interactive open house at Memorial Hall and shared their thoughts on four primary... Read More.

Svensk Hyllningsfest 2025 King and Queen Announced

Thursday, May 15

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Greg and Susan Lundstrom have been named the 2025 Svensk Hyllningsfest King and Queen.With deep roots in both Swedish heritage and the Lindsborg community, Greg and Susan Lundstrom exemplify the spirit of Svensk Hyllningsfest and “The Greatest Square Mile on Earth”.... Read More.

Monarchs Seeking Host Families for Upcoming Summer Season

Wednesday, May 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Interested in hosting a Monarchs baseball player to give them a home away from home this upcoming summer season?Each year, the Monarchs welcome players from around the country to compete, grow and represent them on the field. For this experience to... Read More.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Held for NCCC Student Union Plaza

Wednesday, May 14

CHANUTE, Kan. — A formal ribbon cutting ceremony was held for the Student Union Plaza project on the Neosho County Community College (NCCC) Chanute Campus on Wednesday, May 14.Ahead of the May 2025 NCCC Board of Trustees Meeting, the NCCC Foundation welcomed students, staff,... Read More.

2025 Kansas State Fair Board Discusses Current Ticket Sales, Renovation Updates, and New Policies

Wednesday, May 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — With one concert yet to be announced, ticket sales for the NexTech Grandstand shows at the 2025 Kansas State Fair have as a group covered 81 percent of the cost for those shows. General Manager Bryan Schulz told the Kansas State... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Breaks Ground on Lil’ Hawks Child Care Center

Wednesday, May 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the Lil' Hawks Child Care Center at Adams and 29th Avenue in Hutchinson on Tuesday, May 13. The project is set to start soon, and applications are currently being accepted."This is a project... Read More.