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Topeka Radio and TV stations: Wamego Football Player Dylan Higgins Killed in Crash

Monday, September 14

According to WIBW Radio and KSNT TV, both in Topeka, a teen has been identified as the fatality victim in a utility task vehicle crash over the weekend in Pottawatomie County. The fatality victim was identified as Dylan Higgins, 17, of Wamego. Higgins was a... Read More.

CKAVI Builds on Four Decades of Support for Central Kansans with Vision Loss

Monday, September 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — For more than four decades, the Central Kansas Association for the Visually Impaired (CKAVI) has helped individuals experiencing blindness or vision loss recognize their abilities, find support and live fuller, more independent lives. Today, the nonprofit organization is building on that... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces Cancellation of Channel 2K Concert

Monday, September 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Channel 2K concert scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 20 at 4 p.m. at the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. All paid ticket purchasers will be automatically issued a full refund. No action is required from ticket... Read More.

Elizabeth Polly Statue Reception and Dedication Set for September 26 at Historic Fort Hays

Monday, September 14

HAYS, Kan. — The public is invited to a reception and dedication ceremony celebrating the relocation of Pete Felten’s limestone sculpture of Elizabeth Polly, Hays’ legendary “Blue Light Lady,” to Historic Fort Hays. The event will be held at 4 p.m. Saturday, September 26, 2026,... Read More.

Understanding an Important Issue Facing Great Bend

Sunday, September 13

An inquisitive crowd settled into the Great Bend Events Center last month as city officials fielded questions on the proposed three-quarter-cent sales tax as they made their case for the levy’s importance to the community’s future. The event was the first of two townhall-style meetings... Read More.

Applebee’s and IHOP Combination Brings Major Investment and New Jobs to Great Bend

Sunday, September 13

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend is serving as an early test market for an innovative restaurant concept that brings Applebee’s and IHOP together under one roof, following an investment of more than $1 million in the local facility at 3209 10th Street. Operated by Thrive... Read More.

Marshall, Hamilton Debate Agriculture, Economy, and More at 2026 Kansas State Fair

Saturday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Heartland Credit Union Pavilion on the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson served as the stage for political debates highlighting key state and federal issues on Saturday. The day opened at 10:30 a.m. with the Kansas Gubernatorial debate between Cindy Holscher... Read More.

Legislative Showmanship Emphasizes Leadership at 2026 Kansas State Fair

Saturday, September 12

State lawmakers trade suits for boots at the Prairie Pavilion to learn livestock exhibition directly from youth agricultural leaders. HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Saturday afternoon at the Prairie Pavilion during the 2026 Kansas State Fair featured the annual Legislative Showmanship competition, an event sponsored by the... Read More.

Holscher and Masterson Clash in Gubernatorial Debate at Kansas State Fair

Saturday, September 12

Democratic Senator Cindy Holscher and Republican Senate President Ty Masterson faced off in Hutchinson to tackle property taxes, water rights, data centers, healthcare, and economic growth. HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Heartland Credit Union Pavilion at the Kansas State Fair served as the backdrop for a... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Reminds Guests: Only Service Animals Permitted During Annual Fair

Saturday, September 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair has recently adopted updated animal control requirements clarifying that only service animals are permitted on the Kansas State Fairgrounds during the annual Kansas State Fair. The policy is designed to enhance the safety and well-being of Fair... Read More.

The Bin Wranglers Turns an Everyday Need into a Growing Great Bend Business

Friday, September 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Sometimes a successful business isn't born from the first idea. It's built by paying attention, adapting and refusing to quit. That has been the path for The Bin Wranglers, a growing Great Bend business owned by Wrangler Walker. What began two years ago... Read More.

113th Kansas State Fair Officially Underway in Hutchinson

Friday, September 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 113th Kansas State Fair, a time-honored tradition celebrating Kansas agriculture, is now officially underway in Hutchinson following opening ceremonies on Friday at the Heartland Credit Union Pavilion. The ceremonies began with the presentation of colors by the Kansas Highway Patrol and... Read More.