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Larks Drop Doubleheader at Bethany College

Thursday, February 19

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Hesston College softball team faced a challenging road test Wednesday afternoon, falling 16–1 and 10–2 in a doubleheader at Bethany College. Game 1 – Bethany 16, Hesston 1 (5 innings) Bethany took an early lead in the first inning with an RBI... Read More.

Larks Fall to York in Late-Inning Battle

Thursday, February 19

HESSTON, Kan. — The Hesston College baseball team held a late lead but ultimately fell to York University 9–7 on Tuesday afternoon at home. After three scoreless innings, York struck first in the fourth with an RBI single to take a 1–0 advantage. The Larks... Read More.

Bluejay Men fall to Bethel in Round Two

Thursday, February 19

HILLSBORO, Kan. – Bluejay Men's Basketball played host to rival Bethel on Wednesday evening in the second and final meeting of the season between the two teams. SCORE Tabor: 82 – Bethel: 105 GAME NOTES With the loss, the Bluejays fall to 6-20 on the season and... Read More.

Bluejay Women Stun Threshers in Second Meeting of the Season with Bethel

Thursday, February 19

HILLSBORO, Kan. – Wednesday evening marked the second and final meeting of the regular season between the Lady Bluejays and Bethel, in yet another thrilling installment in the rivalry series between the two programs. SCORE Tabor: 48 – Bethel: 41 GAME NOTES With the win, the Bluejays... Read More.

Swede Women Outdueled by Rivals, Fall 62-49

Thursday, February 19

Salina, Kan. – The Bethany College Swedes Women's Basketball team took a trip to Salina, Kan. to take on their biggest rivals, the Kansas Wesleyan University Coyotes. Kansas Wesleyan set the tone early, outscoring the Bethany 18–12 in the opening quarter and never relinquishing control.... Read More.

Swede Men’s Struggles Continue in Mabee Arena

Thursday, February 19

Salina, Kan. – The Bethany College Swedes Men's Basketball team took a trip to Salina, Kan. to take on their biggest rivals, the Kansas Wesleyan University Coyotes. Bethany struggled to keep pace from the opening tip as the Coyotes erupted for 53 first-half points and... Read More.

Swede Softball Sweeps Larks in Dominant Home Opener

Thursday, February 19

The Bethany College Swedes opened their season in impressive fashion on Wednesday, sweeping the Hesston College Larks in a dominant doubleheader at home. GAME ONE: SWEDES ERUPT FOR 16 RUNS Bethany wasted no time setting the tone in game one, rolling to a 16-1 victory behind... Read More.

No. 8 Kansas Rolls Past Oklahoma State, 81-69

Thursday, February 19

STILLWATER, Okla. (AP) -- Freshman Darryn Peterson scored 20 of his 23 points in the first half, while freshman Bryson Tiller notched a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds, sparking No. 8 Kansas to an 81-69 win over... Read More.

KDHE Monitoring Air Quality After Recent Wildland Fires Across Kansas

Thursday, February 19

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to monitor air quality across the state due to the recent wildland fires in western Kansas that began on Feb. 17, due to high winds and dry conditions. Updates will be provided as... Read More.

Kansas Agriculture Responds to Wildfires

Thursday, February 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Feb. 18, 2026) — Multiple wildfires have been burning across Kansas beginning on February 17, when the state began to experience higher winds and drier conditions than normal. Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency declaration before noon on Sunday,... Read More.

Hutchinson Horticulture Club to Host “A Gathering for Gardeners” Saturday, March 14

Wednesday, February 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A day filled with free gardening information for homeowners and gardeners has been scheduled for Saturday, March 14th. The Hutchinson Horticulture Club organizes and sponsors this event as their educational project for the community. It will be held at Our Redeemer... Read More.

Join Virtual Open House to Help Plan Newton’s Future

Wednesday, February 18

NEWTON, Kan. — What kind of housing does Newton need? What kind of business growth? What should happen with the old Dillons site at 320 N. Main? Are there streets in Newton where you have safety concerns? Newton residents have the chance to share their... Read More.