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Kansas County Farm Bureaus Partner With Kansas Hunters Feeding the Hungry

Tuesday, November 18

How hunting provides food to Kansas communities and the ways Farm Bureau stepped up to help (November 5, 2025) — The tradition of hunting in Kansas is strong with generations of families. Conservation of many hunted species is vital to the landscape in Kansas.... Read More.

It’s Fall, and Leaves Are Everywhere

Tuesday, November 18

K-State horticulture expert suggests adding leaves to compost binsMANHATTAN, Kan. — Cold temperatures can come on quickly in Kansas, causing trees to begin dropping leaves just as rapidly.While keeping up with leaves every fall is a challenge, Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini... Read More.

SCKED to Assist City of Lindsborg in CDBG Grant Application

Tuesday, November 18

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved a $3,000 contract with the South Central Kansas Economic Development District to assist in preparing a housing rehabilitation Community Development Block Grant application.This had been discussed in a recent study session, and City Administrator Tanner... Read More.

Hutch Rec Foundation & Dillon Nature Center Foundation Accepting Applications for Appointment

Tuesday, November 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Both the Hutch Rec Foundation and Dillon Nature Center Foundation are currently accepting applications for board appointments. The Dillon Nature Center Foundation’s mission is to support the nature center by advocating for program improvements and recreational opportunities through charitable giving. The board... Read More.

McPherson Water Park Leaks Repaired, Lazy River Operating as Expected

Tuesday, November 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — The contractor brought in to repair multiple water leaks at the McPherson Water Park says the active leaks have been repaired and the Lazy River in the park is now operating as expected. A report from Dondlinger Construction of Wichita was... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Police Camera Upgrades, Public Works Projects Progress

Tuesday, November 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a $18,000 purchase of six Flock cameras for the Police Department. Police Chief Mikel Golden explained the purpose of the cameras is to provide the ability to record vehicles and obtain license tag data from them.... Read More.

Hutchinson Police Department Investigating Aggravated Battery Incident

Tuesday, November 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - On Monday, November 17th, 2025, at 7:46 PM, officers with the Hutchinson Police Department were dispatched to an address in the 1100 block West 19th Ave for a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located one adult male with a gunshot wound to... Read More.

Meet the Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Youth of the Year Candidates

Tuesday, November 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The countdown is on! Our 2025 Youth of the Year event, Club Kid for a Night, is happening Thursday, December 4, 2025, at The 1861 Club, Kansas State Fairgrounds — and we can’t wait to celebrate with you.Before the spotlight shines, here’s your... Read More.

Lyons City Council Accepts Administrator Resignation, Elects and Appoints Officials

Monday, November 17

LYONS, Kan. — Following a 30-minute executive session, the Lyons Council voted at Monday evening's meeting to accept the resignation of City Administrator Troy Houtman, effective immediately. The resignation was accepted one day before the one-year anniversary of his hiring, after having served for... Read More.

GBPD SRO Paul Millard awarded Bronze Wreath of Valor by Wichita PD

Monday, November 17

GREAT BEND, Kan. — At the Great Bend City Council meeting on Nov. 17, School Resource Officer Paul Millard was awarded the Bronze Wreath of Valor by the Wichita Police Department for his heroic off-duty action during the Towne East Mall shooting on August... Read More.

Suspect Sought in Pedestrian Hit and Run in McPherson October 30th

Monday, November 17

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Crimestoppers is asking for your help in a connection with a hit and run accident on the Kansas Avenue Bridge over I-135 the night of Oct. 30.The vehicle involved is a tan Nissan Altima, tag number not immediately... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Public Works “Fill A Bucket” for the Food Bank at Third Thursday

Monday, November 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 17, 2025) — The City of Hutchinson Public Works Department will be downtown this week during Third Thursday to help support the Food Bank of Reno County through a special “Fill A Bucket” donation drive.Public Works staff will be accepting food... Read More.