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Buhler Bowlers Continue Unbeaten Start, Sweep Andale at The Alley

Friday, January 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Buhler girls and boys bowling extended its season-opening unbeaten streak to four, sweeping Andale Thursday at The Alley in Hutchinson. Buhler was dominant on the girls’ side, winning 2191 (2960) to 1398 (1810), and claiming all top six finishing spots individually. Teigan... Read More.

McPherson Girls Prepare for Second Contest with St. James, after Defeating Valley Center 47-27, in 28th Annual MAC Quarterfinals

Friday, January 27

By Grant Barrett, Ad Astra Radio McPHERSON, Kan. - After eight days in between games, the (9-1) McPherson High Girls Basketball team returned to the Roundhouse on Thursday, as the top seed in the 28th Annual Mid America Classic. The Pups opened the tournament taking... Read More.

Buhler Swimmers Capture Home Meet Win, Seniors Honored

Thursday, January 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Buhler boys swimming and diving hosted its senior night meet on Tuesday at the Hutchinson Y. The Crusaders finished first out of seven teams who participated and set five new school records. Eight seniors competed in their final home meet. “They have... Read More.

Reno County Commission Notes: Land Purchased for New Fire Station Site in Turon

Thursday, January 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Reno County Commissioners Tuesday approved the $5,000 purchase of a lot in Turon with plans for a new fire station for Reno County Fire District 7 to be constructed there. The existing station was built in 1947 with an addition in 2000. An... Read More.

New Mental Health Center for Younger Kansans Set to Open in Hays

Thursday, January 26

HAYS, Kan. (KNS) - A new youth mental health center in western Kansas will start accepting patients next month. The new Camber Children’s Mental Health hospital in Hays expects to serve more than 600 young people. That includes 14 beds for inpatient and residential... Read More.

Loeb Named Assistant Athletic Director at McPherson College

Thursday, January 26

By KCACSports.com MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College announced Thursday the hiring of Ed Loeb as Assistant Athletic Director, effective immediately. He will support internal and external operations and will be responsible for assisting the management of all athletic activities, events, and personnel. Loeb spent the previous 13 years... Read More.

Field survey at U.S. 56/McKinley St. in Great Bend will Begin

Thursday, January 26

GREAT BEND, Kan. – A field survey for proposed traffic signal, pedestrian ramp and crosswalk improvements on U.S. 56 in Great Bend is expected to start around Wednesday, Jan. 25. The improvements would be at U.S. 56 and McKinley Street. The field survey, to gather information... Read More.

Kansas Issues Fish Consumption Advisories for 2023

Thursday, January 26

TOPEKA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are issuing fish consumption advisories for 2023. The advisories identify types of fish or other aquatic animals that should be eaten in limited quantities... Read More.

K-State Wins 2023 National Forage Bowl Competition

Thursday, January 26

By Kathy Gehl and Shelby Spreier, K-State Research & Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. – The Kansas State University agronomy forage bowl team placed first at the 2023 National Forage Bowl Competition held in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, marking the team’s third national title in... Read More.

Kansas Senate Considers Wind Energy Compromise

Thursday, January 26

By Allison Kite, Kansas Reflector After a bevy of legislation seemingly meant to bring wind energy development to a halt, Kansas senators are considering a bill that could appease rural neighbors annoyed by turbines. For years, the plains of Kansas has... Read More.

Hutch Chamber Announces 2023 Legislative Forum Dates

Thursday, January 26

Hutchinson, Kan. - The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 2023 Legislative Forum dates: Saturday, February 4: 8:30 - 10:00 m. at the Stringer Fine Arts Center, Gallery Theatre – 600 E. 11th, Hutchinson Saturday, March 4: 8:30 – 10:00... Read More.

Early Morning Fire on North Severance Starts in Laundry Room

Thursday, January 26

HUTCHINSON Kan. - At 03:09 am Thursday morning the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to 2301 North Severance for a structure in the Care facility. Upon arrival, fire crews found light smoke coming from the laundry room. Fire crews evacuated the residents in the North wing of... Read More.