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Themian Park in Newton Awarded $500,000 Grant

Wednesday, October 21

NEWTON, Kan. - Newton has been awarded $507,934 in Community Development Block Grant funding for improvements to Themian Park. The grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce will help fund new basketball courts, pickleball courts, a restroom, open shelter and lighting. As part of the required... Read More.

Inman Teachers Nominated for Kansas Teacher of the Year

Wednesday, October 21

INMAN, Kan. - Inman USD 448 has announced its district nominees for the Kansas Teacher of the Year program. This year's honorees representing the district include: Third-grade instructor Keri Mauer as the elementary level nominee, and English and Journalism teacher Megan Bloom as the secondary level... Read More.

Kansas Chief Engineer Announces Retirement

Wednesday, October 21

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture announced today that Chief Engineer Earl Lewis will be retiring from his position at the Division of Water Resources effective November 20, 2026. Lewis has served as Chief Engineer for six years, during which he has... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Earns Top Website Award at KAB Convention

Tuesday, October 20

Kansas radio and television professionals gathered in Wichita Monday for the 2026 Kansas Association of Broadcasters convention and awards ceremony. The day was filled with breakout sessions focused on programming, management, sales and engineering. The awards ceremony capped off the evening meal with a celebration... Read More.

Hutchinson Music Census Results to Be Unveiled at Oct. 22 Community Event

Tuesday, October 20

Hutchinson Is a Music City event invites local musicians and music community members to help identify priorities and next steps for Hutchinson’s music ecosystem HUTCHINSON, Kan., Oct. 20, 2026 — What does Hutchinson’s music community need most, and where should the city start? StartUp Hutch, Third Thursday,... Read More.

Clearwater Man Charged With Making Threats Against President Trump

Tuesday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. — A Clearwater man faces a federal charge after authorities say he posted threats against President Donald Trump on Facebook ahead of a scheduled visit to Wichita. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas filed a criminal complaint Oct. 17 against... Read More.

USD 308 Announces Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominees

Tuesday, October 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Public Schools has named educators Lori Hill and Jessica Ray as district nominees for the prestigious Kansas Teacher of the Year program. Bringing a combined 35 years of instructional experience to their classrooms, both teachers emphasize student relationship-building as the... Read More.

6-Year-Old Boy, 35-Year-Old Man, Both of McPherson, Killed in Saturday Tragedy at Stryker Sports Complex

Saturday, October 17

WICHITA, Kan. (Oct. 18, 2026) — The Wichita Police Department has identified the two victims from the incident on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Stryker Sports Complex. The 6-year-old boy has been identified as Cole Adrian. The 35-year-old was identified as Nicholas Schafer. The two were... Read More.

30 Undefeated Kansas High School Football Teams Left Entering Week 8

Saturday, October 17

According to Sports in Kansas, there are 30 undefeated Kansas high school football teams left entering Week 8. The last regular-season football games (and some key district contests) will be played on Thursday and Friday. The first round of state playoffs begin on Oct. 29 with... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Celebrates the Life of Bison Matriarch

Friday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [October 20, 2026]- Hutchinson Zoo staff mourn the loss of Sioux, the oldest member of the Zoo’s bison herd and matriarch. Sioux joined Hutchinson Zoo in 1999 and became a steadfast presence in the herd. Named in honor of the Sioux people,... Read More.

Healthcare and Insurance Forum to Highlight Rural Healthcare Challenges, Local Updates, and Insurance Resources

Friday, October 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce invites local businesses and community members to attend the Healthcare and Insurance Forum on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon at the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Pavilion, 1701 E. 23rd... Read More.

KDHE Announces Two Additional Grant Opportunities in Second Round of RHTP Funding

Friday, October 16

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Requests for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Community Health... Read More.