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USD 245’s Journey to Groundbreaking

Tuesday, April 22

LeRoy, Kan. (April 21, 2025) — The journey to this groundbreaking day began in the fall of 2021. USD 245 pursued a bond election, their first since 1980 when a gym was built in LeRoy. The district's aim was to identify and address the evolving... Read More.

McPherson College to Host the Most Unique Car Show in the Midwest Saturday, May 3

Tuesday, April 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — One-of-a-kind classic automobiles will be displayed during the 25TH Annual C.A.R.S. Club Motoring Festival at McPherson College on Saturday, May 3, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers expect 450 cars from across the country to participate.This year, a few... Read More.

Lyons City Council Considers Gas Rate Increases and Discusses Firework Regulations Amid Community Concerns

Tuesday, April 22

LYONS, Kan. — A study presented to the Lyons City Council Monday night indicated a need to look at increasing gas system revenues to improve ending balances which have declined in two of the past five years.Darren Prince, manager of regulatory and rates for... Read More.

McPherson College Adds Mechanical Engineering Degree

Monday, April 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission recently approved McPherson College to offer a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering starting in August 2026. The new degree further diversifies the college’s academic offerings and advances its position as a practical, future-oriented, and innovative campus.The... Read More.

Relive the Best of ’80s Rock at the Kansas State Fair with Hairball Thursday, Sept. 11

Monday, April 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready to rock! Hairball takes the stage at the Nex-Tech Grandstand during the 2025 Kansas State Fair on Thursday, September 11, at 7:30 PM!As part of their Silver Anniversary Tour, Hairball is celebrating 25 years of bringing the biggest hits... Read More.

Moundridge Man Killed in Nebraska Plane Crash

Saturday, April 19

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — A Moundridge man was one of three people killed in the Friday night crash of a small plane near Fremont, Neb., northwest of Omaha.The Dodge County, Neb., Sheriff's Office identified the men as 43-year-old Daniel Williams of Moundridge, and 50-year-old Jeff... Read More.

McPherson County Extension Agent Shad Marston Wins State Communications Award from Kansas Association of County Agricultural Agents

Friday, April 18

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Shad Marston, County Extension Agent with McPherson County K-State Research and Extension, recently won State in the Communications Award category from the Kansas Association of County Agricultural Agents. This was for his communication work/audio recordings on Ad Astra Radio!Each Monday,... Read More.

Update: Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Sedgwick Co. RWD #4, Sedgwick County

Friday, April 18

SEDGWICK COUNTY, Kan. (April 21, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Sedgwick County Rural Water District #4 public water supply system located in Sedgwick County. The advisory was issued because of a... Read More.

David J. Nutt Fund ‘Legacy’ Grant Recipients Announced

Friday, April 18

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The David J. Nutt Fund, administered by the McPherson County Community Foundation, has announced recipients for its annual Legacy grant round. In 2025, the fund will distribute $232,375 to three Lindsborg-area organizations.Legacy grants are designed to create long-term impact in... Read More.

Wildcat Rocketry Wins National Competition, Sets Altitude World Record

Thursday, April 17

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Wildcat Rocketry team made history at the 2025 Argonia Cup by taking first place in the national collegiate rocketry competition and breaking a world record.K-State's student team is the first from Kansas to win the competition —... Read More.

Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm and Bed & Breakfast Receives Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award for April

Thursday, April 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to present the April Small Business Award to Hedrick Exotic Animal Farm and Bed & Breakfast. This incredible business began in 1979 with Joe Hedrick, a man whose love for animals was born... Read More.

Iola Pharmacy Clinic Merges with Downtown Location

Thursday, April 17

IOLA, Kan. — As of April 14, 2025, the Iola Pharmacy Clinic formerly at 1408 East Street has merged with its downtown location. All prescription files are now available at 109 E. Madison Avenue, Iola, Kan.Iola Pharmacy, Inc., stated that this merger is happening... Read More.