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“Bird Banger” to be Used to Drive Turkey Vultures from a McPherson Neighborhood

Thursday, April 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — Over the next 10-14 days, starting tonight, McPherson residents, especially on the northwest side of town, may be hearing some loud booms. McPherson Police Chief Mikel Golden says it’s nothing to worry about. This is an attempt to drive turkey vultures... Read More.

Larned State Correctional Facility Announces Kevin Pflughoeft as New Corrections Supervisor III

Thursday, April 3

LARNED, Kan. — Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) announced today on social media that Corrections Supervisor II Kevin Pflughoeft has been selected for the position of Corrections Supervisor III (Captain), effective April 13, 2025.According to LSCF, CSIII Pflughoeft started working at the Larned Juvenile... Read More.

New Round of Mural Funding Available for Rural Kansas Communities

Thursday, April 3

The Kansas Department of Commerce has launched the latest round of Rural Mural funding. There is $125,000 available for this round to help support creative projects in rural Kansas communities.The Office of Rural Prosperity (ORP) has opened applications through May 16. The... Read More.

Reno County Youth Award $5,000 in Grants

Thursday, April 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Youth Philanthropy Council of Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded $5,000 in grants to nine organizations at a ceremony in March at the Hutchinson Art Center.Led by high school students from across Reno County, the Youth Philanthropy Council is a grantmaking... Read More.

Kansas Startups to Become Successful Ventures through K-State Accelerator Program

Wednesday, April 2

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's College of Business Administration has selected seven startups to participate in the Center for Entrepreneurship Accelerator program, which provides funds, training and resources for early-stage companies to turn their concepts into successful ventures.The selected businesses will... Read More.

Wiley Elementary Named a Leader in Me Lighthouse School by FranklinCovey Education

Wednesday, April 2

Leadership and Life Skills at Wiley Elementary School Inspire Young Students to Become Future-Ready Leaders with the Leader in Me Model HUTCHINSON/SALT LAKE CITY — Wiley Elementary School announced late last month the school has been certified as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School by... Read More.

USD 308 to Host Resource Fair Thursday, April 10

Wednesday, April 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Special Education Department of USD 308 is excited to announce a resource fair on Thursday, April 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the Salthawk Activity Center. This event, designed for all families, will feature over 30 vendors and is... Read More.

KDHE Announces Recipients of Waste Tire Product Grants

Wednesday, April 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced the recipients of waste tire product grants. These annual waste tire grants are awarded to local municipalities and public and private schools K-12 across the state. The grants are funded by revenue collected through... Read More.

Commerce Offers Funding Opportunities for Upper Floor Housing in Main Street Communities

Wednesday, April 2

TOPEKA, Kan. (April 1, 2025) — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced today $250,000 is available under the Residential Opportunities on Main Street (ROOMS) grant program to support new upper-floor housing in commercial buildings in Designated Kansas Main Street communities.“Last year’s... Read More.

Register Your Business for 2025 All Schools Day Button Bargains

Wednesday, April 2

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Register your business to be included in this year's All Schools Day Button Bargains. The bargains will be posted on the recently launched McPherson County All Schools Day website. To sign your business up, visit https://www.allschoolsday.com/button-bargain-registration

Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale April 11 and 12

Tuesday, April 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Come experience the 2nd largest annual event held at the Kansas State Fairgrounds! The 57th Annual Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS) is only two weeks away on Friday, April 11th from 4 pm to 8 pm and Saturday, April 12th from... Read More.

McPherson Main Street 2025 Annual Meeting

Tuesday, April 1

McPHERSON, Kan. — The annual McPherson Main Street meeting was held at Knackies Meats & Sweets on Monday, March 31.McPherson Main Street Treasurer Alex Graber, with Graber's Ace Hardware, gave the opening announcement, introducing past president Ben Coffey.Coffey, owner of The Ark Antiques &... Read More.