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USD 495 School Board Candidate Forum Oct. 21

Tuesday, October 17

By Larned Area Chamber of Commerce LARNED, Kan. — The Fort Larned Teachers Association is hosting a USD 495 School Board Candidate Forum on Oct. 21 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Jordaan Public Library, 724 Broadway in Larned. All of the candidates running for USD... Read More.

Bethany College Unveils Coach Ted Kessinger Family Stadium in Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony

Tuesday, October 17

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KAN. — Bethany College marked a historic moment on Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, during the Homecoming/Hyllningsfest weekend, with the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Coach Ted Kessinger Family Stadium. Coach Kessinger and his family, former players, and coaches who worked alongside... Read More.

Barton Music Department to Play Combined Instrumental Concerts with Sterling College

Tuesday, October 17

By Barton Community College The Barton Community College Instrumental Music Department will present a pair of exchange concerts with Sterling College at 3 p.m. Oct. 29 at Sterling College, and at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. Admission is free for both... Read More.

McPherson College Career Services, Amy Beckman Featured By NACE

Tuesday, October 17

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College’s career service program was recently featured in an article published by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE). The article noted that 80% to 85% of McPherson College students work at any given point in the... Read More.

KDOT Safe Routes to School Program Accepting Grant Applications for 2023-2024 School Year

Tuesday, October 17

By Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Applications are being accepted for the Kansas Department of Transportation's Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program for its first year of Planning and Programming (P&P) grants. Safe Routes to School is a national program that promotes walking and bicycling... Read More.

Halloween Carnival, Free Admission this Year

Tuesday, October 17

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. — The Halloween Carnival is back again, and the McPherson Optimist Club is excited for another fun evening of costumes, games, prizes and a lot of smiles! On Thursday, Oct. 26, start the evening off with Trick or Treat down... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Tuesday, October 17

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced 10 appointments and 15 reappointments to the following state boards and commissions. Governor’s Military Council Purpose: To initiate, act upon, and consider all necessary strategies to optimize the military presence in Kansas. Lana... Read More.

Fatal Single Vehicle Accident in Marquette

Tuesday, October 17

By Ad Astra News MARQUETTE, Kan. — McPherson County Sheriff Department deputies were dispatched to a single vehicle accident on Smoky Valley Road near 6th Avenue on Saturday, Oct. 14, at approximately 08:10 a.m. On scene, deputies found a Kawasaki Mule rolled into the South... Read More.

A Decade of Honors: K-State Receives 10th Consecutive HEED Award

Tuesday, October 17

By Michelle Geering, K-State News and Communications Services MANHATTAN, Kan. — Insight Into Diversity magazine has recognized Kansas State University for the 10th consecutive year with the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity, or HEED, Award for its commitment to a welcoming environment. The award... Read More.

WACCC Crawl for Cancer 2023

Tuesday, October 17

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Women and Children Combating Cancer of McPherson County held a Cancer Crawl fundraiser at five locations on Friday, Oct. 13 from 4 to 8:30. Hank's, Easy, Bob's Golf Club, Tres Amigos, and the American Legion hosted the pub crawl for... Read More.

KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair – Oct 25, 2023

Monday, October 16

By KANSASWORKS KANSAS — The next KANSASWORKS Virtual Statewide Job Fair is scheduled for Oct. 25, 2023 beginning at 8am and ending at 5pm. Employers can register at no cost for this upcoming event at https://app.premiervirtual.com/events/90cbcdb6-7817-4615-b644-27c135026090/kansasworks-virtual-statewide-job-fair-october-25,-2023 by selecting “Organization” and it will take you... Read More.

Trojans Take First at 30th Annual Hillsboro Trojan Invitational

Monday, October 16

By Brenna Eller HILLSBORO, Kan. — The Hillsboro Trojans ended their 30th Annual Invitational on a good note, placing first in the overall tournament on Saturday, Oct. 14. Circle High School took second place, Rock Creek got third, and Halstead came in fourth place at the... Read More.