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Darren Doonan with Great Bend Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Water Operator Award of Excellence

Monday, April 28

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Darren Doonan, Utilities Supervisor for Great Bend, Kansas, was presented with the 2025 Water Operator Award of Excellence by Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU). KMU is the statewide association of community-owned and operated electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities in Kansas.... Read More.

Canton-Galva USD 419 Bond Election Results

Monday, April 28

CANTON/GALVA, Kan. — The final results are in from last week's Canton-Galva USD 419 bond election.After the canvass of votes by McPherson County Commission Monday, the final result was 320 votes in favor, 147 against.McPherson County Clerk Hollie Melroy said eight of nine provisional... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of La Harpe

Monday, April 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of La Harpe public water supply system located in Allen County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute... Read More.

Two Horses Perish in Barn Fire Southeast of McPherson

Monday, April 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — Two horses died in a Monday morning barn fire southeast of McPherson.McPherson fire units were called just after 7:30 a.m. to the area of 17th and Eisenhower Road, where on arrival a small barn was found with heavy fire involvement and... Read More.

What’s Coming for Smallville Festival 2025

Monday, April 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation picked the perfect day, National Superhero Day to announce the 2025 Smallville Festival, June 19 - 21. June 19: Smallville Festival Kick-Off On Third Thursday | 6 - 9 p.m. The festival will kick off on Third Thursday! Saint Francis... Read More.

2025 Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest Winners Announced

Friday, April 25

As today is Kansas Arbor Day, the Kansas Forest Service announced the 2025 Kansas Arbor Day Poster Contest winners.The Kansas Forest Service thanked all who participated in the contest this year. The theme was, “Kansas Trees are Terrific in Cities, Towns and Communities,” which... Read More.

K-State Partners with Kansas Water Leaders to Host Regional Water Summit in Hays

Friday, April 25

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is partnering with state and local water leaders to host a water summit in May focusing on water resource issues impacting local communities.The Know Your Water Summit will take place from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. on Friday, May 2,... Read More.

Hutchinson’s Beloved Restaurateur Antonio Flores Jr., Passes at 87

Thursday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One of Hutchinson's most legendary restaurateurs, Antonio "Tony" Flores Jr., passed away this week.Flores purchased the Anchor Inn on Sept. 10, 1976 and made it one of Hutchinson's destination eating places. Flores, 87, passed away Tuesday and his son Greg noted his... Read More.

Breaking Down Community Priorities from the Mastermind Survey

Thursday, April 24

Over the past few weeks, the McPherson County Community Foundation has touched on the priorities that emerged from the Mastermind McPherson County Survey—first by outlining they’re categorized, and then by highlighting a recent Mastermind grant. Now, let’s take a closer look at the specific... Read More.

Wesley Towers Announces Name Change to The Wesley, Reflecting a Legacy of Care and Community

Thursday, April 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After more than 50 years of serving seniors in the Hutchinson community, Wesley Towers is adopting a new name: The Wesley. While the name has changed, the organization remains committed to providing exceptional living options, including independent and assisted living, skilled... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Child Care Services and Consolidate Existing Early Childhood Programs

Thursday, April 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday signed House Bill 2045, a bipartisan compromise to expand access to child care services and consolidate existing early childhood programs into the Office of Early Childhood. The bill was crafted through negotiations with a bipartisan... Read More.

Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP) to Provide Funding for 47 Aviation Projects Across Kansas

Thursday, April 24

Governor Laura Kelly announced the allocation of $14.5 million for 47 aviation projects throughout Kansas as part of the Kansas Airport Improvement Program (KAIP). This program funds the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general aviation airports.Governor Kelly shared that the Kansas aerospace... Read More.