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Singing Saints of Saint Paul Lutheran High School to Perform in Hutchinson Monday, March 2nd

Wednesday, February 25

CONCORDIA, Mo. — The Singing Saints of Saint Paul Lutheran High School, of Concordia, Missouri, will be performing a concert on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 7:00pm at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, at 407 E 12th Ave, Hutchinson, KS 67501. The choir is on... Read More.

One Killed, One Injured in SUV and UTV Collision Northwest of McPherson

Wednesday, February 25

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — One person was killed and another injured when an SUV and utility vehicle collided late Tuesday afternoon northwest of McPherson. According to the McPherson County Sheriff's Office, the accident occurred just after 4:30 p.m. at the intersection of 12th and Moccasin... Read More.

Two Senators Call for Data Center Moratorium

Tuesday, February 24

Two south central Kansas Senators have called on counties in their districts to impose moratoriums on data center projects. Senate Majority Leader Chase Blasi of Andale earlier this week called on Sedgwick County to impose a three year moratorium on such facilities. Senator Blasi, whose... Read More.

KDHE Announces First Rural Health Transformation Program Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers

Tuesday, February 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Request for Applications (RFA) for its first two grant opportunities under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Regional Partnership (RPGP) and the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Conversion/Transformative Capital... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Executive Order to Allow Relief from Transportation Restrictions for Wildfire Response Efforts

Tuesday, February 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly has signed Executive Order 26-01 to waive certain requirements for commercial motor vehicle carriers and drivers that are assisting in providing relief from the wildfires impacting parts of Kansas. “As Kansas communities grapple with the impacts of these damaging... Read More.

USD 308 Approves 26-27 Calendar During Regular Meeting

Tuesday, February 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The USD 308 Board of Education met for its regularly scheduled meeting on February 23, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Prior to the meeting, board members completed required Head Start and cybersecurity training. Six board members were present, establishing a quorum. Board Member Laura... Read More.

Fort Hays State University Online Open House Event

Tuesday, February 24

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University Online invites prospective students to explore their future during the annual Online Open House on Tuesday, March 10, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. CDT. This virtual, drop-in event is designed for prospective undergraduate and graduate students interested... Read More.

Stream Advisory Partially Rescinded for Main Chikaskia River in Kingman County

Tuesday, February 24

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the stream advisory for part of the Chikaskia River and an unnamed tributary of the Chikaskia River in Kingman County from County Road 808 to the Chikaskia south of Spivey to the K-2 bridge in... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Approves Vehicle Purchases, Equipment Upgrades and Windom 911 Tower

Monday, February 23

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Multiple vehicle purchases were approved by McPherson County Commissioners Monday. Three patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Office were purchased from Midway Motors for a combined cost of just over $124,000. Midway had the low bid of three submitted, the three... Read More.

Lindsborg Property Owners to Receive Tax Refunds After Mill Levy Error

Monday, February 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Property owners in Lindsborg will be seeing an adjustment in the 2025 tax bills, due to an error in the mill levy calculation for the city of Lindsborg. County Clerk Hollie Melroy told McPherson County Commissioners Monday at the time of budget... Read More.

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Honors Veterans and Their Service Through New Initiatives

Monday, February 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Regional Medical Center (HRMC) is proud to announce the launch of a series of initiatives aimed at honoring veterans and those who have served our country. These efforts, which are deeply rooted in our mission to make health and healing... Read More.

Hutchinson Police are Investigating a Shooting Incident Near 4th and Whiteside.

Friday, February 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - **Updated Media Release - Homicide 1st Degree** On February 20th, 2026, at approximately 8:19 P.M., officers with the Hutchinson Police Department were dispatched to the 800 block of West 4th Avenue in reference to a reported shooting. When they arrived, officers located an... Read More.