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Proposals Sought in Reno County/Hutchinson’s Fight Against Addiction

Wednesday, October 8

RENO COUNTY, Kan. (October 8, 2025) — Since 2024, the Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Oversight Committee has awarded close to $175,000 in grant funding out of the nearly $500,000 that they have received. The grant funding has previously been awarded to the United Way... Read More.

RKAP Awarded $381,000 Grant from Patterson Family Foundation to Expand Rural Workforce

Wednesday, October 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) received a $381,000 grant from the Kansas City-based Patterson Family Foundation to expand the trades workforce in rural Kansas. “RKAP is committed to building a high-quality workforce in rural Kansas,” says Joel Leftwich,... Read More.

Two Women Sustain Minor Injuries in Crash in North Salina

Tuesday, October 7

SALINA, Kan. — Two women received minor injuries in a Tuesday afternoon crash in north Salina. The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car a vehicle driven by Gina Rosenwald of Overland Park failed to yield at the uncontrolled intersection and collided in the intersection with... Read More.

Lindsborg Old Mill Museum Urgently Seeks Donors to Secure Final Tax Credits for Swedish Pavilion Restoration

Tuesday, October 7

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum was notified earlier this week they need to have the remaining just over $40,000 in Community Service Tax Credits committed no later than October 25. Any remaining tax credits unclaimed by that date will... Read More.

McPherson County to Commission Official County Seal, Approve Final Design by Nov. 15

Tuesday, October 7

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County is commissioning the design of an official county seal that will be displayed at the McPherson County Building at Maple and Marlin when it opens early next year. The County Commission Monday approved a scope of work agreement... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Quote for Plaza Shade Structure, Rental Fee Waiver for McPherson Optimist Club Halloween Carnival on October 23

Tuesday, October 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a just over $26,000 quote from Happy Playgrounds for a shade structure to be installed on the stage area of The Plaza at Main and Marlin. Private donations through the McPherson County Community Foundation including one... Read More.

Gilley’s to Host Hiring Event at Wyldewood Cellars Winery

Tuesday, October 7

PARK CITY, Kan. (October 7, 2025) – Gilley’s Park City is hiring and has teamed up with Wyldewood Cellars Winery in Mulvane to host a hiring event. The legendary Gilley’s brand - synonymous with honky-tonk nightlife, live entertainment, and iconic mechanical bulls - is... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic Announces CEO Transition

Tuesday, October 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic today announced that Chief Executive Officer, J. Kolbe Sheridan will be stepping down from the role, effective November 7, 2025, after three years of dedicated leadership. The decision comes as Sheridan has chosen to pursue a new professional opportunity. "It has... Read More.

Lyons City Council Advances Building Renovations at 210 West Commercial, Hears Proposal on Constructing New Public Works Building

Tuesday, October 7

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council Monday approved multiple resolutions and a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) connected with a Community Development Block Grant for renovations of the building at 210 West Commercial that was the long-time home of the Lyons News and its... Read More.

Buhler Mens Soccer Hosts Pink Out Night Thursday, October 16

Tuesday, October 7

BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler High School Men's Soccer program is hosting a Pink Out Night on Thursday, Oct. 16 to raise awareness and show support for those impacted by breast cancer. Three dollars of every shirt ordered will stay local to continue supporting breast... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Tuesday, October 7

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 17, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

City of Great Bend to Celebrate White Cane Day

Tuesday, October 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 6, 2025) — Mayor Cody Schmidt has proclaimed October 15, 2025, as White Cane Day in the City of Great Bend, announced at Monday’s City Council meeting. A nationwide observance since 1964, White Cane Day celebrates the accomplishments of the... Read More.