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MaKayla Michael Named 2024 Reno County Youth Services Employee of the Year

Friday, March 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — MaKayla Michael was chosen as Reno County Youth Services Employee of the Year.Youth Services' supervisors and members of administration choose vote for the people chosen as Employees of the Month throughout the year and from that group of people an... Read More.

Cold Weather Rule and LIEAP Application Period Ending Monday

Friday, March 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) wants to remind utility customers that there are two important dates coming up that they should be aware of. First, the Cold Weather Rule ends on Monday, March 31. The Cold Weather Rule protects residential customers,... Read More.

Preparing for Measles in McPherson County

Thursday, March 27

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — As of this release, there have been no reported measles (rubeola) cases in McPherson County. McPherson County Health Department is organizing workshops with local healthcare partners, schools, and childcare facilities to discuss preparing for measles in our communities.Information, helpful resources,... Read More.

Central Christian College of Kansas Holds Ribbon Cutting for Recently Renovated Dining Room

Thursday, March 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — Central Christian College of Kansas (CCCK) held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony this morning for the recently renovated Upper Dining Room on the second floor of the Broadhurst Student Center.Joe Johnston, CCCK Director of Advancement and an ambassador for the McPherson Chamber... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s March Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Kelsey Otto

Wednesday, March 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Kelsey Otto, Eisenhower Elementary School second grade teacher as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a different educator, from... Read More.

Reno County Commissioners Lift Moratorium on Large Scale Solar Development in Zoned Area of Reno County

Wednesday, March 26

Reno County Commission Meeting March 26, 2025 Highlights RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The moratorium on large scale solar development in the zoned portion of Reno County was lifted Wednesday by County Commissioners. The existing moratorium will remain in place at least through May 1 for... Read More.

Rusty Eck Ford and Midwest Superstore Team Up to Support Automotive Education

Wednesday, March 26

WICHITA, Kan. — Rusty Eck Ford and Midwest Superstore are proud to support local vocational and technical (Vo-Tech) education by donating three state-of-the-art vehicles to area institutions. This contribution aims to enhance hands-on training opportunities for students pursuing careers in the automotive industry.The donation... Read More.

Prairie Bank of Kansas Announces Sale of Parent Holding Company, Plans for Merger with Community National Bank and Trust

Wednesday, March 26

Prairie Bank of Kansas is changing hands. The Stafford-based bank, which also has locations in Buhler, Hutchinson and Inman, announced this week the sale of its parent holding company, Farmers National Bancshares Inc. to Community Bancorp Inc. and its subsidiary bank, Chanute based Community... Read More.

Kansas State Fair T-Shirt Contest Deadline Coming Up

Wednesday, March 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (March 7, 2025) — Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation is excited to sponsor its second annual T-shirt contest for 2025. One lucky winner will be able to showcase their t-shirt design in the Official Kansas State Fair Merchandise Booth in 2025. Last year’s winning design... Read More.

Big Bend Bash: A New Downtown Festival Coming to Great Bend on June 7

Tuesday, March 25

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Alive, the downtown arm of Great Bend Economic Development (GBED), is partnering with the City of Great Bend to introduce a brand-new festival, Big Bend Bash, set for Saturday, June 7, 2025. Designed to celebrate local culture and... Read More.

Kansas Legislature Overrides Governor Kelly’s Veto of Bill Ending Grace Period for Mailed in Ballots

Tuesday, March 25

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Legislature Tuesday voted to override Governor Laura Kelly's veto of Kansas Senate Bill 4 that ends the grace period for mail ballots to be received requiring all advance ballots to be in to the county clerk or election... Read More.

Barton County Commissioners Approve Changes on Procuring Cold Mix Asphalt for Projects, Appoint Andrew Fischer as Comanche Township Trustee

Tuesday, March 25

Barton County Commission Meeting March 25, 2025, Highlights BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County Commissioners have approved a change in how the county procures cold mix asphalt for road projects. Earlier this month the Commission had tabled purchase of cold mix after staff indicated they... Read More.