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Season Ends for Larned Girls with Loss to Beloit in Sub-state Semifinals

Thursday, March 5

The season ended for the Larned High School girls basketball team with a 61-48 loss to Beloit Wednesday night at Beloit in the Kansas Class 3A Larned sub-state 2 semifinals. In the other Class 3A Larned sub-state 2 semifinal game, Ellsworth defeated Lakin 48-42. Ellsworth (16-6)... Read More.

Hesston and Southeast of Saline Advance to 3A Girls Sub-State 2 Finals

Thursday, March 5

In the Class 3A girls sub-state 2 semifinals, Hesston defeated Cheney 35-21 and Southeast of Saline defeated Caney Valley 51-43. After falling behind 6-2 in the first quarter, Hesston outscored Cheney 15-1 in the second quarter for a 17-7 halftime lead. Hesston led 23-13 after three... Read More.

Halstead Girls Headed to Sub-state Finals with Semifinal Win over Haven

Thursday, March 5

The Halstead girls improved to 23-0 and extended their winning streak to 30 with a 46-29 win over Haven in the Kansas Class 3A girls sub-state 1 semifinals Wednesday at the Halstead gymnasium. Halstead led 12-6 after one quarter, 21-15 at halftime and 35-18 at... Read More.

Buhler Boys Reach 4A Sub-state Title Game, will Play Hugoton in Finals

Thursday, March 5

The Buhler High School boys basketball team advanced to the Kansas Class 4A boys sub-state 3 championship game with a 62-30 victory over Rose Hill in the semifinals Wednesday at the Jim Baker Fieldhouse in Buhler. Buhler led 12-5 after one quarter, 39-14 at halftime... Read More.

MCCF Grant Supports Childcare Expansion at Christ Kids

Thursday, March 5

When communities talk about what they need to grow, the conversation often centers on housing, schools and job opportunities. Those are all important pieces of the puzzle, but another factor is becoming just as critical: access to affordable, reliable child care. For many families, especially... Read More.

Salthawk Girls Play Tough but Fall in Substate Semis to Andover Central

Thursday, March 5

The Hutchinson High girls basketball team had a sterling effort on Wednesday in the Class 5A West Substate semifinals, but fell to Andover Central 35-31 in Andover. The Salthawks allowed just 13 first-half points and took a 15-13 lead at halftime. But the Jaguars doubled... Read More.

MCCF Awards Marquette and Inman Communities at Community Celebrations

Thursday, March 5

This week, McPherson County Community Foundation had the opportunity to spend time in both Marquette and Inman as part of the community celebrations. At each event, foundation staff connected with community members and shared more about the foundation’s impact while guests enjoyed snacks... Read More.

ACC HOSA Team Earns Nine Medals, Qualifies for International Competition

Thursday, March 5

IOLA, KAN. (March 4, 2026) — The Allen Community College HOSA team traveled to Wichita on March 2–3 to compete in the State HOSA leadership contests, joining more than 1,200 middle school, high school, and collegiate students from across Kansas. All six Allen students... Read More.

Former Salina Central Wrestling Coach Facing Child Pornography Charges

Thursday, March 5

A former wrestling coach at Salina Central High School is facing federal charges alleging he clandestinely (secretly) filmed minors showering during a high school sporting event in 2024. Ryan Brungardt, 37, is charged with two counts of production of child pornography and one of... Read More.

Second-Half Surge Fuels Bullpup Boys’ Victory in Sub-State Semifinal over Ulysses

Thursday, March 5

McPHERSON, Kan. - Four Bullpups scored in double-figures and three set a new career-high, pushing McPherson past Ulysses in the Sub-State Semifinal, 73-48, on Wednesday, March 4. BOX SCORE | 4A WEST BRACKET Ulysses took a 13-9 lead in the first quarter, but... Read More.

Understanding Mineral Tags Can Help Cattle Producers Better Understand What to Provide

Thursday, March 5

K-State beef specialist provides information on making mineral selections for cow herds MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — With spring and summer grazing months upon us, a Kansas State University beef cattle expert explains the importance of understanding the minerals a producer needs to provide a... Read More.

Track & Field Heads to Nationals

Thursday, March 5

Pittsburg, KS - The Neosho County Community College Men's and Women's Track and Field team's competed at their regional championships Saturday and Sunday February 21st and 22nd at Pittsburg State University. The team continues to impress on the season breaking 3 more school records and... Read More.