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Community Comes Together to “Shred the Silence” on Menopause at The M Factor Film Screening & Ladies Night

Friday, February 6

McPHERSON, Kan. (Feb. 2, 2026) — Around 120 women from across McPherson and as far as Wichita gathered the evening of Saturday, January 31, at the McPherson Opera House for The M Factor Film Screening & Ladies Night, an empowering community event focused on... Read More.

It’s February: Are You Thinking About Tomatoes — Yet?

Friday, February 6

K-State horticulture expert gets you ready for planting this year’s crop MANHATTAN, Kan — It’s still nearly three months before Kansas gardeners begin to put tomato plants into the ground, yet Kansas State University horticulture expert Matt McKernan says it’s not too early for gardeners... Read More.

K-State Opens Registration for Finances and the Farm Online Course

Friday, February 6

Popular course will aid producers in many areas of financial management, organizers say MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University’s Department of Agricultural Economics has announced plans to offer a popular online course that helps producers develop strong financial skills and make informed decisions that... Read More.

Andale Splits with McPherson

Thursday, February 5

ANDALE, Kan. — The Andale basketball teams split their doubleheader with McPherson on Thursday. The Andale girls used a strong second half for a 47-41 victory. McPherson jumped out to an 11-8 lead after the first quarter and led by as many as seven before... Read More.

Ellsworth Tops Lyons in Overtime; Ellsworth Girls Also Take Win

Thursday, February 5

It was a hard-fought battle from the opening tip, as neither Ellsworth nor Lyons led by more than six points, and numerous lead changes and ties were seen. Ellsworth led 11-9 after one period. The game was tied 20-20 at halftime. Ellsworth led again at... Read More.

Larned Man Found Incompetent to Stand Trial for Murder Charge; Ordered to Competency Restoration Treatment

Thursday, February 5

LARNED, Kan. - Michael EG Reynolds, 69 of Larned, appeared Thursday afternoon before Senior District Judge Nancy Parrish of Topeka, Kansas, to determine whether he is competent to stand trial. The hearing was conducted via video teleconferencing. After hearing the testimony of the court-assigned forensic... Read More.

Men’s Basketball Falls in Double Overtime Thriller

Thursday, February 5

IOLA, Kan. — The Neosho County Panthers battled through an intense double-overtime contest on the road Monday night but ultimately came up short, falling 87–78 to Allen County. Neosho County showed resilience throughout the matchup, forcing not one but two overtime periods against a tough Allen... Read More.

Ramirez’ spark off the bench fuels Cougars’ balanced attack in fourth straight win at Hutchinson

Thursday, February 5

The Barton Community College men's basketball team trailed for just two brief moments Wednesday evening on the road, grinding out a controlled 68–60 victory at Hutchinson Community College. The fourth straight win inside the Sports Arena and third consecutive victory overall lifts Barton to 7–0... Read More.

Defensive start not enough in road loss at No. 20 Hutchinson

Thursday, February 5

The Barton Community College women's basketball team saw a strong defensive first half give way to a tougher offensive night after the break, as No. 20 Hutchinson Community College pulled away in the second half for a 49-38 win Wednesday night inside the Hutchinson... Read More.

Barton Softball opens season with sweep in North Texas

Thursday, February 5

The Barton Community College softball team opened its 2026 season today in Sanger, Texas, completing a doubleheader sweep of North Central Texas College with a 17–0, five-inning victory in the opener before grinding out a 6–3 win in ten innings in the nightcap. Barton' runs... Read More.

Three Warrior Men in double figures in loss to Threshers

Thursday, February 5

STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College fell to Bethel College 99-72 on Wednesday, Feb. 4 at the Gleason Center. Despite the loss, Sterling College connected on 12 three-pointers, shooting 38.7 percent from beyond the arc. The Warriors opened the game with a layup from Jaivion Reed,... Read More.

Sterling Women start strong, lose steam in second half

Thursday, February 5

STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College fell to Bethel College, 85-75, at the Gleason Center on Wednesday, Feb. 4, after a strong third quarter from the Threshers that included 28 points. Sterling scored 52 points in the paint but was unable to close the gap... Read More.