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Newton Photo Contest Accepting Entries

By the City of Newton  NEWTON, Kan. — The annual Best of Newton Photo Contest is now open.The contest has two categories this year: the Open category and People of Newton. The feature category can include photos of people doing daily activities, recreation, community events,... Read More.

Hyatt Life Sciences Live Broadcast and Open House

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join Ad Astra Radio and guests Dan Schweizer and Jody Bontrager Monday, Sept. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Live Broadcast and Open House at Hyatt Life Sciences in Hutchinson, located at 517 E. 30th Ave, Suite... Read More.

Newton Fire and EMS Awarded $518K through FEMA Firefighter Grant

By Lucky Kidd NEWTON, Kan. — Newton Fire/EMS has been awarded a Federal Assistance for Firefighter's Grant (AFG) worth over $518,000 through FEMA to purchase a new fire engine and tender.This will replace a 41-year-old military style and employee-built water tender that holds insufficient amounts... Read More.

Save the Date for Gala TECH Nov. 23, 2024

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join TECH Inc.'s largest fundraising event of the year, the 2024 TECH Gala on Nov. 23, 2024, at Memorial Hall in Downtown Hutchinson. The glamorous event includes a silent and live auction, live entertainment and dancing.Enjoy hor d'oeuvres from local restaurants... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment  The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or... Read More.

Bucks Rewarded to Drivers Who Buckle Up

46 Cities Across Kansas to Hold "Bucks for Buckles" Campaign Aug. 24 - Sept. 8 By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Thousands of vehicles will travel the Kansas roadways during the Labor Day weekend. Many families will head out on one last trip or... Read More.