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Lindsborg Museum Celebrates Kansas Agriculture at Millfest on May 2

Tuesday, April 21

New attractions this year include pancake, waffle breakfast; Museum’s restored antique tractor; Notable peak in arts & crafts vendors Millfest returns to Lindsborg on May 2, 2026, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and... Read More.

Larned Man Appeared in Pawnee County District Court Regarding Alleged Felony Child Abuse

Tuesday, April 21

LARNED, Kan. – Derek Damon Delgado, 28 of Larned, Kansas, appeared Monday afternoon in the Pawnee County District Court before Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell regarding an allegation of Felony Child Abuse. The criminal case stems from a joint investigation by the Sedgwick County Exploited and... Read More.

Two Arrested Following Violent Assault in Edwards County

Tuesday, April 21

EDWARDS COUNTY, Kan. – Two men have been arrested following an investigation by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and Edwards County Sheriff’s Office connected to a violent assault in December 2025. On Dec. 8, 2025, the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office requested the KBI assist with... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Celebrates Equity Bank Grand Opening with Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, April 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce celebrated the grand opening of Equity Bank’s new location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, April 20, 2026. Located at 4101 10th Street, the new facility serves as a regional hub designed to better support... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves Software Move, Rate Studies

Monday, April 20

The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved a move of the city's Tyler Technologies financial, payroll, municipal and police software from hosted servers to the cloud. This proposal was first brought to the Council April 6th, but action was deferred until information on possible cost... Read More.

“Laughter Without Limits”: Comedian Josh Blue Headlines Fundraiser for Beyond Barriers at Hutchinson’s Fox Theatre

Monday, April 20

HUTCHINSON, KANSAS – APRIL 20, 2026 – Save the date for an evening of laughter and philanthropy as Beyond Barriers presents Laughter Without Limits, a special fundraising event featuring renowned comedian Josh Blue on November 7, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Fox Theatre in Hutchinson.... Read More.

Kingman Healthcare Center Named Top Critical Access Hospital

Monday, April 20

KINGMAN, Kan. - Kingman Healthcare Center (KHC) in Kingman, KS was recently named one of the top 20 critical access hospitals (CAHs) for overall performance in the country. Ranking in the top 20 is an outstanding achievement considering there are over 1300 critical access... Read More.

Do Not Drink Order Issued for the City of Sylvia, Reno County

Monday, April 20

SYLVIA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued Do Not Drink Order for the City of Sylvia public water supply system located in Reno County. This advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure in the distribution system... Read More.

Small Business Marketing Workshop to Focus on Practical Strategies for Local Entrepreneurs

Monday, April 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — April 20, 2026 — StartUp Hutch, in partnership with the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and the Wichita State University Small Business Development Center, will host a Small Business Marketing Workshop on Wednesday, May 13, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the... Read More.

Central Kansas Nonprofit Network Invites Nonprofit Leaders To Quarterly Meeting of Inaugural Taskforce

Thursday, April 16

GREAT BEND, Kan. – The Central Kansas Nonprofit Network, a taskforce of Central Kansas Partnership, will hold its quarterly meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Barton Community College, Room F-30. The event will feature a networking social... Read More.

Kansas Judicial Nominees Face Questions on Marion County Record Raid

Thursday, April 16

TOPEKA — Two of three Kansans nominated to the U.S. District Court were questioned Wednesday during a joint U.S. Senate confirmation hearing about their role in the August 2023 raid by law enforcement officers of the Marion County Record that prompted international condemnation for... Read More.

Newton Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Winners Announced

Wednesday, April 15

Newton City Commissioners recognized winners of the 2026 Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge hosted by the Newton Area Chamber of Commerce during Tuesday's meeting. The Newton High School students who participated in the challenge developed business plans and presented them to a panel of judges. The First Place... Read More.