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Moundridge Community Foundation Hosts 10th Annual Match Week

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation (MCF) has announced that its 10th annual Match Week will take place Nov. 3-7.For 2025, MCF received two grants from the Patterson Family Foundation, each providing $50,000 in matching funds. One grant will match donations made to... Read More.

Picking and Preserving the Perfect Pumpkin

K-State horticulture expert shares tips for extending the life of carved pumpkins  MANHATTAN, Kan. — Pumpkins are a popular fall decoration this time of year, not to mention the joy of jack-o-lanterns, a Halloween favorite. Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini suggests harvesting or purchasing... Read More.

The Power of Advocacy: From Awareness to Action

A Three-Part Series Presented by OCCK, Inc. & Disability Rights Center of Kansas SALINA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. is partnering with the Disability Rights Center of Kansas (DRC Kansas) and the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) to host The Power of Advocacy:... Read More.

City of Newton Awards Contract for KLP Rail Extension

NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission awarded a contract to extend rail improvements to serve the Kansas Logistics Park, including the new GAF manufacturing facility currently under construction.The project will extend rail spurs from the KO Railroad line where it currently... Read More.

K-State Researchers Aim to Reduce Gluten Allergenicity in Wheat

Technology could lead to celiac-safe wheat without sacrificing bread quality MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University researchers and the state’s farmers are putting their collective support behind a project to reduce the allergenicity of gluten in wheat, while maintaining the grain’s ability for bread and... Read More.

Governor Kelly Releases Statement on Ceasefire in Middle East

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Tuesday, Oct. 14 Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement regarding the ceasefire reached in the Middle East."Yesterday, after 738 days, the hostages held by Hamas were finally released, and the horrific war in the Middle East has reached a... Read More.

McPherson High School Cancels Classes, College Fair Wednesday

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson High School has cancelled classes Wednesday in order to make sewer line repairs.MHS classes were dismissed early Tuesday after, according to a message sent to parents, there was a sewer line backup on the west side of the building.... Read More.

McPherson Police Department Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Substation

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Police Department formally opened their new downtown substation at 218 East Kansas Tuesday morning with a McPherson Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting.Police Chief Mikel Golden said the new substation is, “a testament to the support we have received... Read More.