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Public Health Officials Continue to Investigate Cases of Cyclosporiasis in Kansas

Wednesday, July 22

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to investigate cases of cyclosporiasis in Kansas related to the national outbreak and Taylor Farms de Mexico iceberg lettuce, which was voluntarily recalled from restaurants and grocery stores on July 17. The U.S.... Read More.

Stacy Rogers Discusses Governor’s Race, Priorities, and Listening to Kansans

Wednesday, July 22

KANSAS - Republican candidate Stacy Rogers is running for Kansas governor on a promise to make people feel heard again. She says she jumped into the race after hearing how frustrated Kansans were. “They did not feel like they were being listened to, or worked... Read More.

Speed Prevention Campaign Emphasizes Consequences of Ignoring Speed Limits

Tuesday, July 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Police Department joined law enforcement across the country during the Speeding Catches Up With You safety campaign. From July 7-15, eight officers increased presence on local roads with a focus of enforcing speed limits and educating about the importance... Read More.

Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 to Arrive in Central Kansas on Thursday

Tuesday, July 21

KANSAS - Union Pacific’s legendary Big Boy No. 4014, the largest operating steam locomotive in the world, is travelling Coast to Coast this summer. This historic coast-to-coast journey marks a first for the engine and serves to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Prepares For Annual School Supply Drive

Monday, July 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Hutchinson Fire Department is gearing up for its annual school supply drive, aiming to support students in every school across Reno County. With nearly a decade of tradition behind it, this event has become a cornerstone for giving back to... Read More.

Adam McCarthy Named Haven Middle School Head Principal

Friday, July 17

At Monday evening’s Board of Education meeting, the Haven USD 312 Board of Education approved Adam McCarthy as the new head principal of Haven Middle School. McCarthy is no stranger to the Haven school community. During his time in USD 312, he has served as... Read More.

Reno County District Attorney Finds Officers’ Use of Deadly Force Legally Justified

Friday, July 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – July 17, 2026 - The Reno County District Attorney has completed a review of the use of deadly force that resulted in the death of Jonathan T. Lawrence. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation conducted an investigation related to the incident that occurred... Read More.

Kansas Governor Laura Kelly Issues Historic Third Consecutive Proclamation Honoring Antique Tractor Preservation Day

Friday, July 17

Michael Hinton, Founder of National Antique Tractor Preservation Day, 2025 National Agricultural Hall of Fame Inductee, and Creator of TalkingTractors.com, Continues to Champion America's Agricultural Heritage TOPEKA, Kan. — For the third consecutive year, Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has issued an official proclamation recognizing Antique... Read More.

Broadway RFD Presents Oklahoma! This and Next Weekend in Lindsborg

Thursday, July 16

Cowboys, farmers and traveling salesmen will take the stage this weekend in Lindsborg as they try to win the hand of the beautiful ladies cast in the Rodgers and Hammerstein's musical, Oklahoma! Bring your lawn chairs and watch as Swensson Park transforms into the Oklahoma... Read More.

KDOT Awards SRTS Grants to Five Kansas Communities

Thursday, July 16

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program has awarded grants to five Kansas communities to help increase safety for children as they walk, bike and roll to school. Coffeyville, Garden City, Liberal and Newton received planning grants, and... Read More.

Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County Celebrates 25th Annual Festival of Remembrance

Thursday, July 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hospice & HomeCare of Reno County will host its 25th Annual Festival of Remembrance at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, at the 1861 Club in Hutchinson. The Festival of Remembrance is the organization’s largest annual fundraiser, bringing the community together for an... Read More.

Pretty Prairie Celebrates 89 Years of Kansas’ Largest Night Rodeo

Tuesday, July 14

The Pretty Prairie Rodeo, known for decades as Kansas’ Largest Night Rodeo, is in its 89th season this year. Pretty Prairie native Julie Graber has been involved with the rodeo her entire life. For the past 27 years, she has been a member of the... Read More.