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Chief Judge Daniel Gilligan of Reno County Appointed to Commission on Judicial Conduct

Tuesday, December 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — Acting Chief Justice Eric Rosen signed orders reappointing two members to the Chief Judges Council and appointing a new member to the Commission on Judicial Conduct. Chief Judges Council Reappointed to serve on the Chief Judges Council through December... Read More.

Hutchinson Clinic Names Matt Leary as Chief Executive Officer

Monday, December 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Clinic is pleased to announce the appointment of Matt Leary as its new Chief Executive Officer. Leary brings more than 25 years of healthcare leadership experience and a proven track record of helping organizations strengthen operations, improve financial performance, and... Read More.

Strong Winds to Impact Central and Eastern Kansas Sunday into Monday

Saturday, December 27

The National Weather Service has issued wind advisories for much of central and eastern Kansas from 6 AM to 6 PM Sunday. The advisory covers all of central Kansas to the east of and including Harper, Kingman, Reno, Barton, and Russell counties. Northwest winds during... Read More.

Four Injured in Area Christmas Eve, Day Crashes

Friday, December 26

(December 25, 2025) — Four area residents were injured in Christmas Eve and Christmas Day crashes. Curtis Moss of Lindsborg was taken to a Wichita hospital with reported minor injuries after his motorcycle, which was northbound in the left lane of I-135 near First Street... Read More.

Lowe’s of Hutchinson Delivers Toys to McPherson Center for Health for Annual Employee Toy Drive

Friday, December 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — For the 17th year in a row, employees at Lowe’s in Hutchinson came together to spread holiday cheer through their annual employee toy drive. For the past several years, McPherson Center for Health has been honored to be the recipient of... Read More.

Rural Water District 101 Nitrate Level Remains Above Allowable Limits

Tuesday, December 23

Reno County, Kansas – December 23, 2025 – Revised from September 15, 2025 Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on December 10, 2025. The level... Read More.

The Grinch Comes to the Cosmosphere to Spread Holiday Spirit

Tuesday, December 23

Teenagers, adults, and children from all around come to see The Grinch this time of year. Seeing Santa is a tradition in many families, but it’s a special treat to see The Grinch as well. Whether someone is on the naughty or nice list,... Read More.

HRHS Holiday Card Project Brings Community, Students, and Healthcare Workers Together

Tuesday, December 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) is proud to continue its cherished Holiday Card Project, uniting over 1,000 students from the Hutchinson, Buhler, and Haven school districts to create personalized holiday cards for local healthcare workers. This heartwarming initiative, in collaboration with... Read More.

Gov. Kelly and Kansas City Chiefs Announce Agreement On Plans for State-of-the-Art Domed Stadium in Kansas

Monday, December 22

New stadium and mixed-use entertainment project is expected to create 20,000 jobs and generate more than $4 billion in economic impact for state TOPEKA, Kan. — Gov. Laura Kelly and the Kansas City Chiefs today announced that an agreement has been reached to build a... Read More.

K-State Community Health Expert Highlights Extension’s Work to Reduce Chronic Illness in Kansas

Monday, December 22

Hypertension, diabetes, cancer are among leading causes of illness and death MANHATTAN, Kan. — Chronic illnesses such as hypertension, diabetes and cancer are placing increasing demands on Kansans, and Kansas State University Extension professionals are stepping in to help residents manage those conditions through education,... Read More.

Kansas Forest Service Official Urges Proper Extinguisher Use, Training

Monday, December 22

Williams says fire department should still be called in most instances MANHATTAN, Kan. — As the holiday season brings decorated homes, busy kitchens and cold-weather equipment use, a Kansas Forest Service official is urging residents and producers to take a closer look at fire... Read More.

Four Killed in Separate Weekend Traffic Accidents Across Kansas, Including Two Pedestrians

Sunday, December 21

(December 21, 2025) — Four people have died over the weekend in traffic accidents around Kansas as of Sunday morning. Friday evening, a 77-year-old Riley man, Thomas McHugh, was crossing US 77 near the US 24 junction on the north edge of Riley, northwest of... Read More.