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Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

Friday, December 5

K-State horticulture expert gives tips for choosing firewood MANHATTAN, Kan. — Not all firewood is created equal. That’s the word from Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini, who said the wood from some tree species produces more heat than others. High on the list are red,... Read More.

Triple-Double Highlights Season Dominance by McPherson’s 8th Grade Girls Hoops

Friday, December 5

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson Middle School 8th Grade Girls Basketball team has been dominant in the 2025 season so far, but it was highlighted by a points-assists-steals triple-double on Thursday, Dec. 4, in their 69-6 win over Arkansas City. Elles Pavlovich, one of the star... Read More.

Local Calving School Offered to Assist Area Beef Producers

Friday, December 5

In anticipation of calving season, K-State’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, and K-State Research and Extension faculty and staff are planning a series of calving schools to help boost producers’ chances of a successful year. The Marais des Cygnes District, Frontier District, and Coffey... Read More.

Reasoner’s Game-Winner Highlights Bullpup Basketball’s Season-Opening Sweep

Friday, December 5

HAYSVILLE, Kan. - The McPherson High School Boys and Girls Basketball teams began their 2025-26 seasons at Haysville-Campus High School on Thursday, Dec. 4. The girls won thanks to a stifling second-half defense, 50-32, and then the boys won a nail-biter, 66-64. Freshman Eli Reasoner had... Read More.

USDA to Expand Crop Insurance Access for Farmers and Ranchers, Boosting the Farm Safety Net

Friday, December 5

(Washington, D.C., December 5, 2025) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced major updates to federal crop insurance, reducing red tape for farmers, modernizing long-standing policies, and expanding access to critical risk protection beginning with the 2026 crop year. The Read More.

Allen Students Outperform Peers at Emporia State University

Friday, December 5

IOLA, Kan. (Sept. 26, 2025) — Students who transfer from Allen Community College to Emporia State University continue to excel academically, outperforming their peers from other community colleges across multiple measures of success. According to Emporia State’s Spring 2025 Community College Academic progress report,... Read More.

Allen Community College Music Students Perform Winter Recital

Friday, December 5

IOLA, Kan. (Dec. 4, 2025) — Allen Community College music students showcased their talents during the ACC Winter Recital on Dec. 4 in the Fishpond on the Iola campus. The program featured piano, vocal and instrumental performances from the studios of Treca Jackson, Kelly Baker... Read More.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Names Gabriel as 2025 Youth of the Year

Friday, December 5

Pictured: Gabriel Marcum, 2025 Youth of the Year HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson is proud to announce Gabriel as the 2025 Youth of the Year, the Club’s highest honor recognizing extraordinary leadership, character, and commitment to service. Gabriel has distinguished himself... Read More.

David J. Nutt Legacy Grants Now Open

Thursday, December 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is pleased to announce that the David J. Nutt Legacy grant cycle is open now through Jan. 15, 2026. All organizations operating within the Lindsborg community are eligible to apply. The Legacy grant cycle provides... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Provides Updates on Woody Seat Project, Winter Storm Plans and Holiday Events

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The City of Hutchinson has provided the following updates to keep the community informed on what all is happening. WOODY SEAT ROADWAY PROJECT UPDATE Construction on the Woody Seat Phase 2 project continues to make strong progress. According to Construction Inspector Charles Hensley,... Read More.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Cosmosphere

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cosmosphere is hosting a New Year’s Eve Event on December 31st 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm. Ticket cost is $40, $75 for couples. Join us at the Cosmosphere December 31st to kick off the New Year with live music, beer, wine,... Read More.

Get Your Bling On With The Salvation Army and Westphal Jewelers

Thursday, December 4

HUTCHISON, Kan. - Westphal Jewelers and The Salvation Army are teaming up to challenge you to get your “Bling On”! Each year the cost of raising money continues to go up with needing to pay bell ringers to cover the hours when volunteers aren’t available.... Read More.

Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

Buying Firewood? Knowing Heat Values Could Aid Your Choice

Triple-Double Highlights Season Dominance by McPherson’s 8th Grade Girls Hoops

Local Calving School Offered to Assist Area Beef Producers

Reasoner’s Game-Winner Highlights Bullpup Basketball’s Season-Opening Sweep

USDA to Expand Crop Insurance Access for Farmers and Ranchers, Boosting the Farm Safety Net

Allen Students Outperform Peers at Emporia State University

Allen Community College Music Students Perform Winter Recital

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Names Gabriel as 2025 Youth of the Year

David J. Nutt Legacy Grants Now Open

City of Hutchinson Provides Updates on Woody Seat Project, Winter Storm Plans and Holiday Events

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Cosmosphere

Get Your Bling On With The Salvation Army and Westphal Jewelers

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