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Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards More Than $196K in Grants

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Hutchinson Community Foundation Awards More Than $196K in Grants

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded Fund for Reno County grants totaling $196,151 to 26   nonprofit organizations in its first impact cycle this spring. Established in 1990, the Fund for Reno County Endowment serves as a permanent resource for the changing needs of... Read More.

U.S. Wheat Building Baking Legacies in South Korea

For the audio version, visit kswheat.com A U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) board team of five wheat farmers, including Kansas producer Chris Tanner, traveled to South Korea and Taiwan in March to better understand how U.S. wheat performs in key export markets. Representing multiple state... Read More.

MCCF Presents Canton, Galva and McPherson ‘Dream’ Grants

This week, McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) spent time in Canton, Galva, and McPherson as part of its community celebrations. At each event, foundation staff connected with residents, shared more about the foundation’s impact, and enjoyed snacks from local caterers. During the celebrations, MCCF presented... Read More.

Special Education Teacher Meghan Mai Named March Classroom Hero

McPHERSON, Kan. — Washington Elementary School 4th & 5th Grade Special Education teacher Meghan Mai strives to create a safe place for her students to build confidence and feel successful.  Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Ms. Mai as this month’s recipient of the... Read More.

Blue Dragons Roll by Tigers in KJCCC Sweep

Hutchinson CC Sports Information GOODLAND – Freshman Riley Dreher combined for seven total hits and the Blue Dragon pitching staff combined to throw back-to-back shutouts as the Hutchinson Community College softball team rolled to a conference doubleheader sweep of Fort Hays Tech Northwest on Wednesday. The Blue... Read More.

Blue Dragons to Meet NW Florida State in NJCAA 2nd Round

Hutchinson CC Sports Information LAKE CHARLES, Louisiana - Needing and getting a big-time second-half comeback in the opening round, the No. 13- ranked and No. 13-seeded Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team will meet a familiar opponent in the second round of the 2026 NJCAA... Read More.

Flag Football Rolls past Bethel on Senior Day

HESSTON, Kan. — Hesston College flag football put together a dominant performance on both sides of the ball Tuesday afternoon, defeating Bethel (Kan.) 68-0 on Senior Day for their final home game of the season. The Larks wasted no time getting on the scoreboard. After... Read More.

McPherson Goes 2-0 to Open KCAC Play

McPherson, Kan. – Back on their home court after a week on the road, the Bulldogs welcomed the Tabor College Bluejays and the Kansas Wesleyan Coyotes to town. McPherson looked to kick off KCAC play on the right foot, while Tabor entered searching for just... Read More.

Men’s Tennis Starts KCAC Action With Consecutive Wins

McPherson, Kan – The Bulldogs entered KCAC action this week and had the pleasure of hosting two teams at home. On Monday, they would host the Tabor College Bluejays followed by a midweek matchup on Wednesday with the Coyotes of Kansas Wesleyan. Monday March 23: McPherson... Read More.

Bulldogs Earn First KCAC Win Against Bethel

McPherson, Kan. – After dropping their weekend doubleheader to Ottawa University on Saturday, the Bulldogs were at home for a matchup with the Bethel College Threshers on Tuesday. McPherson was still looking for their first conference win, while Bethel aimed to find a better result... Read More.

Emporia Man Killed in Head-On Crash Near Marion

A 32-year-old Emporia man was killed early Thursday morning when his pickup collided with a semi northwest of Marion. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Gregory Scott Campbell was westbound on US 56 just east of Remington Road or K-256 just before 6 AM when he... Read More.