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Reno County Commissioners Have Concerns About the State Fair’s Costly Request

Wednesday, July 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 9, 2025) - The Reno County Commissioners in their meeting this morning, heard a request for funding of an emergency operations command center at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, which would also house VIN inspections and the Kansas Highway Patrol year-round. The... Read More.

Governor Kelly Extends Application Deadline to Fill District Magistrate Judge Position in the 18th Judicial District

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday extended the deadline for applications to fill the district magistrate judge position in the 18th Judicial District. The 18th Judicial District is composed of Sedgwick County. Governor Kelly received official notice of this vacancy from the... Read More.

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Wednesday, July 9

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) today announced he has cosponsored the Credit for Caring Act. The legislation would ensure family caregivers can financially continue to provide care services for their loved ones by establishing an annual tax credit of up to $5,000. Nearly... Read More.

Dispatcher with Allen County Communications Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential. NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

24th Annual Festival of Remembrance Scheduled for August 15 at a New Location, the 1861 Club

Tuesday, July 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 24th annual Festival of Remembrance, a yearly fundraising auction to benefit Hospice & Homecare of Reno County, has been scheduled for 6 PM, Friday, August 15th at the 1861 Club. This night of fun includes silent and live auctions, raffle drawings... Read More.

Lindsborg’s Family Health Care Clinic Opens New Nail Care Clinic

Tuesday, July 8

LINDSBORG, Kan. (July 7, 2025) — Lindsborg’s Family Health Care Clinic is proud to announce the opening of a new Nail Care Clinic dedicated to helping seniors, diabetics, and those with mobility and nail challenges manage nail and foot health. The Nail Care Clinic will... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Adopts Resolution of Intent to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2026 Budget

Tuesday, July 8

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday adopted a resolution of intent to exceed the revenue neutral rate for the 2026 budget. As of now, the city is projecting a 55.874 mill rate, which would be just over two mill increase from the... Read More.

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, July 8

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A resurfacing project on 1400 Road north of Iola could begin sooner than expected. Allen County Commissioners were informed Tuesday Bettis Construction can start this project Wednesday, as they had an opening on their schedule. It's expected this work will... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Authorizes 15K to Repair a Return Line Serving the Lazy River, Water Slide and Splash Pad at McPherson Water Park

Tuesday, July 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday authorized an up to $15,000 expenditure to repair a return line that serves the lazy river, water slide and splash pad at the McPherson Water Park. Director of Public Lands and Facilities Wayne Burns said a... Read More.

Lindsborg Names New City Administrator

Tuesday, July 8

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lyons Assistant City Administrator Tanner Faust has been named the new City Administrator in Lindsborg. He will assume his new position July 18, succeeding Kristi Northcutt who stepped down in March to become director of the University of Kansas Public Management... Read More.

Salt City Jazz Band to Headline July Concerts in Summer Series

Tuesday, July 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 8, 2025) — The Salt City Jazz Band will take the stage this summer with three exciting performances as part of the Hutchinson Municipal Band’s 2025 Summer Concert Series: Tuesday, July 8 – 8:00 p.m., Recital Hall, Stringer Fine Arts Center ... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Tuesday, July 8

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday thirteen appointments to the following state boards, task force, and council. State Board of Technical Professions Purpose: To provide maximum protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kansas by assuring that the practice of... Read More.

Reno County Commissioners Have Concerns About the State Fair’s Costly Request

Governor Kelly Extends Application Deadline to Fill District Magistrate Judge Position in the 18th Judicial District

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Dispatcher with Allen County Communications Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

24th Annual Festival of Remembrance Scheduled for August 15 at a New Location, the 1861 Club

Lindsborg’s Family Health Care Clinic Opens New Nail Care Clinic

Lindsborg City Council Adopts Resolution of Intent to Exceed Revenue Neutral Rate for 2026 Budget

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

McPherson City Commission Authorizes 15K to Repair a Return Line Serving the Lazy River, Water Slide and Splash Pad at McPherson Water Park

Lindsborg Names New City Administrator

Salt City Jazz Band to Headline July Concerts in Summer Series

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

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