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Iola City Council Gives Final Approval to Transient Vendor Ordinance

Wednesday, February 11

IOLA, Kan. — On Monday, the Iola City Council gave final approval to revisions to the transient vendor ordinance. The changes, which were suggested by Council member Joelle Shallah last year, clarify what is considered a local resident for fee purposes. A local resident... Read More.

Housing Rehabilitation Grant Applications in Allen County to be Accepted Starting Tuesday

Wednesday, February 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Thrive Allen County will begin accepting applications for Affordable Housing Program grants Tuesday, Feb. 17. Thrive was awarded a just over $1.4 million grant to renovate and rehabilitate 50 homes in the county from the Federal Home Loan Bank of... Read More.

Bullpup Girls Fall to Hays on Think Pink Night Despite Second-Half Surge

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. - An early run by Hays proved to be too much for McPherson to overcome, despite giving their best efforts in the second half, falling 51-29 on Think Pink night against Hays. BOX SCORE McPherson struck first against Hays (17-1), who entered... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Board Discusses Kansas Legislature Topics that could Impact the District

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — In addition to discussions about bell-to-bell cell phone bans and potty training requirements among other things, another topic that is before the Kansas Legislature will have major impacts on Kansas school districts. On Monday, McPherson USD 418 Superintendent Shiloh Vincent told the... Read More.

USD 418 Board Hears Presentation on CTE Program Focused on Manufacturing

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday heard a presentation on a program that could help address local workforce needs. The SME Education Foundation, part of the Society of Manufacturing Engineers, has developed a program known as SME PRIME (Partnership... Read More.

Jayhawk Women Fall Short in Upset Bid at #16 Texas Tech

Wednesday, February 11

LUBBOCK, Texas – The Kansas Jayhawks remained winless against ranked opponents this season as they dropped a close, 70-65 decision to No. 16 Texas Tech on Tuesday night at United Supermarkets Arena. Read More.

K-State Women Fend Off Oklahoma State

Wednesday, February 11

MANHATTAN, Kansas – K-State led for over 39 minutes and held off a furious second half Oklahoma State rally to secure a 70-61 win on Tuesday night at Bramlage Coliseum. The win marks K-State's first consecutive home wins since the beginning of November. BOX SCORE K-State... Read More.

McPherson Knocks Off Ranked 5A Hays at Home, 60–44

Wednesday, February 11

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School's Boys Basketball team used a strong defensive presence to defeat Hays, which entered ranked No. 7 in 5A by the KBCA, 60-44 on Tuesday, Feb. 10. BOX SCORE Foul trouble hit both teams early, but it hit harder... Read More.

Buhler Boys Fall to Top Ranked Wichita Collegiate While Crusader Girls Secure Victory

Wednesday, February 11

The Buhler High School boys basketball team lost to Wichita Collegiate, the No. 1 boys program in Kansas Class 3A, 76-40 Tuesday night at the Jim Baker Fieldhouse in Buhler. Wichita Collegiate led the Buhler boys 20-10 after one quarter. 40-16 at halftime and 53-30... Read More.

Smoky Valley & Hillsboro Split CKL Battle

Wednesday, February 11

HILLSBORO, Kan. – Smoky Valley and Hillsboro met in a Central Kansas League showdown on Tuesday night. In the girls game, offense was hard to come by early, but the Trojans got rolling first, picking up a 16-point win. In the boys contest, Smoky... Read More.

Little River Varsity, JV Teams Go 4-0 Against Canton-Galva

Wednesday, February 11

The Little River varsity boys and girls and junior varsity boys and girls combined to go 4-0 Tuesday night at home against Canton Galva. The No. 1-ranked Little River boys won 47-39 and improved to 16-1. The No. 1-ranked Little River won 69-26 and also... Read More.

Larned Squads Swept by Scott City

Wednesday, February 11

The Larned High School girls and boys basketball teams were swept by Scott Community Tuesday night at the Scott City Event Center. The Scott City girls defeated Larned 36-31 and the Scott City boys won 57-17. Larned hosts Pratt on Friday. Scott City has Friday off... Read More.