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Plea Entered in Fatal 2024 Hit and Run Near Newton

Wednesday, August 6

A Hutchinson woman has entered a plea in connection with a fatal hit and on the south edge of Newton in April 2024, Under a plea agreement. Samara Maple admitted at a hearing in Harvey County District Court Tuesday to leaving the scene of a... Read More.

Higher Learning Commission Reaffirms McPherson College Accreditation

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) reaffirmed McPherson College’s accreditation following the June meeting of its Institutional Actions Council. As part of the reaffirmation, the HLC invited the college to pursue the Open Pathway for its next 10-year accreditation cycle — signaling... Read More.

Empowering Change: Chevy’s Backpacks Enhance Autism Awareness For First Responders

Wednesday, August 6

McPHERSON, Kan. (Aug. 5, 2025) — Eight-year-old Chevy Settrini visited with the McPherson Sheriff Department, the McPherson Police Department, and the McPherson Fire Department on July 30, 2005, when he donated four backpacks to each department for Autism Awareness. Chevy was diagnosed with Autism... Read More.

Tom Kueser Appointed To KBA State Legislative Committee

Wednesday, August 6

The Kansas Bankers Association is pleased to announce that Tom Kueser, President of the State Bank of Canton, has been appointed to serve on the KBA State Affairs Committee. In this three-year appointment, President Kueser will play a key role in developing, monitoring, and influencing... Read More.

Abilene 2025 Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

Abilene voters narrowed the field for three City Commission seats in Tuesday's primary election. The Dickinson County Clerk's Office released these unofficial results Tuesday night Debby Lytle 379 Alan M. Baier 342 John Kolhoff 323 Cy Taylor 304 Bruce L, Johnson 290 Rebecca Perkins 257 ... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Raises $55,757.43 During Area School Drive

Wednesday, August 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In just 3 days the Hutchinson Fire Department’s (HFD) 2025 School Supply Drive raised $55,757.43 for the children of Reno County! This is the 7th year HFD has hosted the school supply drive and every year the community is very generous... Read More.

Moundridge Primary Election Update

Wednesday, August 6

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The candidate field for two seats on the Moundridge City Council was narrowed in Tuesday's primary election. These are the unofficial results from the McPherson County Clerk's Office. The top four candidates will advance to the November General Election. James D. Ratzlaff... Read More.

Concern Voiced to Allen County Commissioners on SEKMHC Funding Cut

Tuesday, August 5

IOLA, Kan. — Iola Veterinarian Darrel Monfort questioned Allen County Commissioners Tuesday about their decision to eliminate all but one dollar of the funding it provides to Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center, voicing concerns on the impact it would have on services. “I think it... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Community Presentations Begin Wednesday

Tuesday, August 5

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation's Mastermind on the Road series will begin Wednesday in Marquette, as they present the results from the Mastermind survey community members took earlier this year. The Marquette presentation will be at noon Wednesday at Smoky Valley... Read More.

Salina City Manager Finalists Named

Tuesday, August 5

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission has announced its City Manager finalists. Following a nationwide search led by Government Professional Solutions, the three City Manager finalists are Darrin Tangeman of Orleans, Massachusetts; Michael Tremblay of Fort George G. Meade, Maryland; and Jacob Wood... Read More.

Lyons City Council Authorizes City Administrator to Contract with Temp Agency, Council Receives 2024 Financial Audit Report

Tuesday, August 5

Highlights from Lyons City Council Meeting 8/4/2025 LYONS, Kan. — Following an executive session, the Lyons City Council Monday night authorized City Administrator Troy Houtman to contract with a temp agency to provide assistance in the Administration Department. That department has seen a number of... Read More.

Resurfacing on U.S. 75 in Coffey County to begin Aug. 25

Tuesday, August 5

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) resurfacing project on U.S. 75 in Coffey County will start the week of Aug. 25, conditions permitting. The project will chip seal from the north junction with K-58 to Burlington. This project will refresh the surface of the highway... Read More.