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January Total Tax Collections at $988.2 Million; 1.2% Above Estimate

Monday, February 2

TOPEKA, Kan. – The State of Kansas ends January 2026 with total tax collections at $988.2 million. That is $12.2 million, or 1.2%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 4.8% from January 2025. “Over the past few years, the Legislature has spent more than Kansas has been taking in, creating a structural imbalance of hundreds of... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces Tax Preparation Assistance

Monday, February 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - At United Way of Reno County, we believe financial stability is a foundation for strong families and a strong community. Because of your support, local partners are doing meaningful, life-changing work every day—and today we’re excited to share an important update... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the City of Kingman, Kingman County for KDHE, KS

Friday, January 30

KINGMAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for a portion of the City of Kingman public water supply system located in Kingman County. This advisory affects only those customers North of Kansas Avenue on Koch... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the City of Kingman, Kingman County

Friday, January 30

KINGMAN, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for a portion of the City of Kingman public water supply system located in Kingman County. This advisory affects only those customers North of Kansas Avenue on Koch... Read More.

Valentine’s Day at the Cosmosphere – “Lovebirds Under the Blackbird”

Friday, January 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Celebrate Valentine’s Day in a truly out-of-this-world fashion at the Cosmosphere with a special Valentine’s Day party designed for couples looking for a memorable night together. On Saturday, February 14th, this romantic evening will feature live music at 6pm from a... Read More.

PrairieStar Awarded $600,000 Challenge Grant from Mabee Foundation

Friday, January 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - PrairieStar Health Center has been awarded a $600,000 challenge grant from the Mabee Foundation to support the construction of a new, state-of-the-art dental clinic. The facility will span 14,900 square feet and will significantly increase access to dental care for rural... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Reports 2025 Service Impact for Kansans with Disabilities 

Thursday, January 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Beyond Barriers released its 2025 service impact data, reporting thousands of services delivered to Kansans with disabilities across much of the state. According to the organization’s annual figures, Beyond Barriers served 770 individuals in 60 Kansas counties in 2025, responding to 3,744... Read More.

City of Newton Reduces Fireworks Sale Dates

Thursday, January 29

NEWTON, Kan. — Newton City Commissioners have reversed an earlier decision and shortened the dates for sale of fireworks. At their meeting Tuesday, commissioners agreed to set the fireworks sales July 1-4 rather than starting June 27, as it was in 2025 and was originally... Read More.

Fatal Crash on I 135 Wednesday Afternoon Near McPherson

Thursday, January 29

A Park City woman was killed in a two vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on I-135 southeast of McPherson. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Angel Nichols was southbound on 135 about a mile southeast of the Comanche Road on-ramp at 2:15 PM when her vehicle rear-ended... Read More.

Kansas Healthy Food Initiative Launches 2026 Grant Program

Thursday, January 29

Now in its’ second year, program awarded $262K in 2025 MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Healthy Food Initiative has opened applications for a grant program that awarded more than one quarter of a million dollars last year to support local and regional food systems throughout... Read More.

USD 308 Board of Education Discusses Naloxone Advocacy, New Technology, and Facility Updates

Tuesday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The USD 308 Board of Education held its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, January 26, 2026, addressing student advocacy, safety technology, and significant facility updates, including the nearing completion of the Lil’ Hawks Childcare Center. Gabriel Marcum, the 2026 Boys & Girls... Read More.

House Republican’s Bill Takes Aim at Kansas School Employees Who Support Bond Issues

Tuesday, January 27

TOPEKA — A lawmaker’s personal grievances took center stage in a hearing over his proposed legislation to scrutinize communication from public schools about bond issues. Rep. Paul Waggoner, a Hutchinson Republican, said House Bill 2451 would strengthen existing law that prohibits public employees from... Read More.