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Severe Storms Saturday Impact Small Part of South-Central Kansas

Sunday, April 12

A small area of south-central Kansas saw some very heavy rain and some damage late Saturday afternoon and early evening after an isolated severe storm developed. Rotation from that storm prompted issuance of a tornado warning for southeast Reno County. The Kansas Highway... Read More.

Fort Hays State University and Garden City Community College Announce New Partnership to Streamline Student Transfer Pathways in Agriculture

Friday, April 10

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University (FHSU) and Garden City Community College (GCCC) have formalized a new partnership for students pursuing four‑year degrees in agriculture. The agreement, outlined in a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), ensures that students completing approved articulated programs... Read More.

Week of the Young Child Proclaimed by McPherson County Cities

Thursday, April 9

This week several cites across McPherson County have proclaimed April 11–17 as the Week of the Young Child. Proclamations were made at Monday's Lindsborg City Council meeting and Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting, among others. Celebrated nationwide, the week is an annual event sponsored... Read More.

MCCF Announces April Grant Awards

Thursday, April 9

The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for April 2026. This cycle the Foundation released over $33,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from three different community funds. McPherson County General Grants McPherson Public Library – RFID... Read More.

K-State Day of Giving Raises over $7.5 million

Thursday, April 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — On Kansas State University's Day of Giving, the K-State family once again demonstrated its extraordinary commitment to advancing academic programs, student success and innovative research. Wildcats reached new heights this year in the second annual 24-hour giving challenge,... Read More.

Maxwell Wildlife Refuge Celebrating 75 Years of Conservation and Preservation

Thursday, April 9

Ever wonder what Kansas looked like before modern development, fences and highways came along? Maxwell Wildlife Refuge, located outside of Canton, KS, offers guided tours and educational experiences to learn about the wildlife, land, and prairie heritage of Kansas. In 1951, Maxwell became home to... Read More.

New Members, Leadership Transitions for Hutchinson Community Foundation Board

Thursday, April 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Community Foundation announces leadership transitions and additions to its board of directors. Jon Richardson has assumed the role of chair alongside current vice chair Shane Iwashige. Richardson joined the board in 2020 and succeeds Dashona Mahoney, whose three-year term as board... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Search Underway

Wednesday, April 8

The process of hiring a new Superintendent of Schools for McPherson USD 418 is underway. At the first of a series of special meetings to be held this month Wednesday evening, Board of Education President Lara Vanderhoof said the board would be reviewing application... Read More.

Golfers Have Chance to Win Big at Great Futures Golf Classic

Wednesday, April 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Golfers and community supporters are invited to tee off for a great cause at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Great Futures Annual Golf Classic. The tournament will take place on Friday, May 15, 2026, at Crazy Horse Golf Course in... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Discusses Disposal of Landlocked Property, Approves Tree Care Plan for 2026

Tuesday, April 7

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday authorized city staff to pursue the disposal of a piece of city owned property it no longer has use for. This lot along Columbus Street was at one time the site of a city electric substation. City... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Public Safety Upgrades, Community Projects and Event Permits

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved purchase for the Police Department of LeadsOnline, a program that they can use to help locate stolen items. With it, they are able to quickly locate suspects and recover items before they are melted down or... Read More.

Lyons City Council Addresses Community Concerns Over Recent ICE Activity

Tuesday, April 7

LYONS, Kan. — The major topic of discussion during Monday's Lyons City Council meeting was an item not on their agenda, but one that has generated a lot of discussion and concern in the community in the past week or so. Rice County Sheriff... Read More.