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Heather Faulkner Named Director of New Reno County Childcare Nonprofit, Kids Collective

Friday, July 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Reno County Child Care Task Force is proud to announce Heather Faulkner as the founding Executive Director of the Kids Collective Child Care Network, a newly-formed nonprofit focused on creating sustainable, high-quality solutions for Reno County’s child care system. Faulkner, a... Read More.

Tribute to Founder of Larned Radio Stations Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland

Friday, July 11

Obituary information provided by Hutchens-Stygar Funeral and Cremation Center in St,. Charles, Missouri, with additional information from the Ad Astra Radio files The founder of Larned's radio stations has passed away. Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland, 86, passed away Wednesday at his home in O'Fallon, Missouri. Hoagland grew... Read More.

Main Street American and American Express Announce $10K Backing Small Business Grant

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Main Street America and American Express have announced a new round of Backing Small Business Grants, which aims to help small businesses recover from hardship, grow, and positively impact their communities. Nationally, 400 grants of $10,000 each are being awarded for... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Saline Co. Rural Water District No. 3, Saline County

Friday, July 11

SALINE COUNTY, Kan. (July 24, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Saline Co RWD 3 public water supply system located in Saline County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break... Read More.

KDOR Seizes Assets in Execution of Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee Tax Warrants

Friday, July 11

Agents from the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) accompanied by the Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee County Sheriff departments on the 8th day, of July 2025 executed tax warrants and seized the assets of San Juan Mexican Restaurant Inc, Bernabe A Lopez, Magarita... Read More.

Celebrate 35 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act on July 25th

Friday, July 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 10, 2025) – Beyond Barriers, in partnership with the City of Hutchinson Human Relations Commission, invites the Hutchinson community to join in a celebration of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on Friday, July 25, from 3:00 to... Read More.

Canton Man Found Guilty of Multiple Sex Crime Charges in Marion County

Thursday, July 10

MARION COUNTY, Kan. — A Canton man has been found guilty of multiple sex crime charges in Marion County. Matthew Dudte entered pleas Tuesday in Marion County District Court to aggravated criminal sodomy, aggravated indecent liberties with a child and three counts of aggravated child... Read More.

Teen Detained in Juvenile Detention After Downtown Abilene Car Crime Spree

Thursday, July 10

ABILENE, Kan. — A 14-year-old male is being held in juvenile detention in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins and damage incidents in Abilene's downtown business district reported Tuesday. The Abilene Police Department said early Wednesday morning a traffic stop was attempted on a... Read More.

Suspected Rabies Case at Marion County Lake

Thursday, July 10

MARION COUNTY, Kan. — The Marion County Health Department is reporting a suspected rabies case involving a feral or stray cat at Marion County Lake. Rabies is a deadly virus that affects the brain and nervous system of mammals including humans. Signs of a rabid... Read More.

City of Newton Issues Request for Proposals to Demolish Old Dillon’s Building at 320 N. Main

Wednesday, July 9

The Rundown is prepared by the City of Newton Communications Office to summarize the City Commission meeting and does not represent official Commission minutes. NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission took the next step toward demolition of the old Dillon’s building at... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state. “Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.