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McPherson County Commissioners Hear Renovation Updates on County Building and Other Projects

Tuesday, April 8

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners heard an update Monday on the County Building renovation project, which Max Fuqua from Fuqua Construction said is running on schedule. Fuqua noted the extreme cold temperatures in January actually worked to their advantage in terms of... Read More.

Lyons City Council Recognizes Parks and Grounds Superintendent Matt Detmer as March Employee of the Month, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, April 8

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council at Monday's meeting approved a number of requests by the Lyons Chamber of Commerce connected with the Cinco De Mayo Celebration to be held Sunday, May 4. Among them is authorization to hold activities in Workman Park,... Read More.

City of Lyons Hires New City Clerk, to Begin Role April 14

Tuesday, April 8

LYONS, Kan. — The City of Lyons has a new City Clerk. Bailey Saylor, whose appointment by Mayor Alicia Hommon was approved by the City Council last night, will begin her new duties April 14th, succeeding Gayla Horsch who retired last month.Saylor recently moved... Read More.

K-State Partnership Leads to Statewide Early Child Care and Education Directory

Tuesday, April 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Thanks to a partnership between Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities and the Division of Information Technology at Kansas State University, early childhood professionals in Kansas will have access to a new statewide directory and... Read More.

2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Design Contest Open through April 30

Monday, April 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Voting is open for the 2025 Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Design Contest. Vote by “liking” your favorite design on the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation's Facebook post. Comments will not count as votes. Don't forget to vote on the Youth Division... Read More.

Malia Sullivan, APRN Joins McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates Family Practice

Monday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Medical & Surgical Associates announced Malia Sullivan, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), joining its family practice full time. Malia's special interests include Women’s Health and Pediatrics, although she is accepting new patients of all ages. You can call to schedule with... Read More.

Evergy Renews Hometown Grants for 2025

Monday, April 7

Seven winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for community improvement projects KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy’s Hometown Grant program is back.Beginning today, 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) non-profit agencies can apply for a donation through Evergy’s Energize Our Environment Hometown Grant Program to support a project... Read More.

NCCC Hosts First Annual High School Art Day

Monday, April 7

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Neosho County Community College (NCCC) Art Department welcomed over 70 students from seven area high schools for the 1st Annual NCCC High School Art Day on Wednesday, March 26.“I started this event because art shows like this are great experiences... Read More.

Josh Turner with Jason Scott & the High Heat at the Nex-Tech Grandstand

Monday, April 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Country music star Josh Turner is bringing his “This Country Music Thing Tour” to the Nex-Tech Grandstand during the 2025 Kansas State Fair on Sunday, September 7 at 7:30 PM. Jason Scott & The High Heat will open the... Read More.

Kansas Wildlife Officials to Release More Alligator Snapping Turtles in Kansas

Sunday, April 6

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) staff will soon be releasing more alligator snapping turtles, a rarely seen species, after last year's initial success.In September 2024, a batch of 40 alligator snapping turtles were released in the... Read More.

McPherson County Deputy Under Investigation

Friday, April 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A McPherson County Sheriff's Deputy has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation.Sheriff Jerry Montagne told Ad Astra News Friday he is not able to release any information on the case at this time due to it being a... Read More.

Cosmosphere and K-State Salina Team up to Enhance Aerospace Education and Research

Friday, April 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two leaders of aerospace and innovations in education, the Cosmosphere and Kansas State University Salina, are announcing a historic strategic partnership that will elevate aerospace education and research for Kansas youth and beyond.The partnership between the Cosmosphere and K-State Salina will... Read More.