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Tiger Women Go Cold in Home Loss to Wayland Baptist

Tuesday, December 16

McPherson, Kan. – Still without leading scorer and rebounder Chloe Clevenger for the fifth straight game, Central Christian could not overcome a difficult shooting afternoon on Saturday, falling 60–39 to the Wayland Baptist Flying Queens in Sooner Athletic Conference play. The loss drops... Read More.

Swede Women win fourth in a row, move to 4-3 in Conference Play

Tuesday, December 16

Lindsborg, Kan. – The Bethany College Swedes Women's Basketball team took a trip down to Winfield, Kan. to take on the Southwestern College Moundbuilders in what was both teams final conference game of the calendar year. The Swedes found their rhythm after a rough first quarter,... Read More.

Swede Men fall to Winfield 75-60

Tuesday, December 16

Lindsborg, Kan. – The Bethany College Swedes Men's Basketball team took a trip down to Winfield, Kan. to take on the Southwestern College Moundbuilders in what was both teams final conference game of the calendar year. With only seven players touching the court for the Swedes,... Read More.

Bulldog Women Fall to Falcons in Final Home Game of 2025

Tuesday, December 16

McPherson, Kan. – The Bulldogs returned home on Saturday to host the Friends University Falcons in their final home contest of 2025. McPherson entered the matchup seeking its second conference win after five consecutive losses, while Friends looked to improve to 6-1 in KCAC play. The... Read More.

Santa Hat from Christmas Space History Now on Display at the Cosmosphere

Tuesday, December 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere is celebrating the holidays with an out-of-this-world artifact: a Santa hat that flew aboard Space Shuttle Discovery during the STS-103 Hubble Space Telescope Servicing Mission in December 1999. STS-103 holds a unique place in spaceflight history as the only one... Read More.

Lyons City Council Receives Update on Wastewater Treatment Plant Project

Tuesday, December 16

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council received an update during Monday's meeting on the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. Thaniel Monaco from BG Consultants said they are encountering delays in the geotechnical report and transfer processes. He also reviewed two options for the wet... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Reaches Contract Agreement for 2025-26 School Year, Board Sets Special Meeting for Friday, Dec. 19

Tuesday, December 16

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson USD 418 and its teachers have finally reached a contract agreement for the 2025-26 school year. Teachers are currently voting on the agreement, and the Board of Education has set a special meeting for Friday morning at 11 a.m. to... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Amendment of Sales Tax Revenue Fund for 2025 Budget

Tuesday, December 16

McPHERSON, Kan. — Amendment of the Sales Tax Revenue Fund in the city of McPherson's 2025 budget was approved by City Commissioners following a public hearing Tuesday. Finance Director Richard Miller said that fund had a larger than expected carryover to start the year, and... Read More.

Sterling Football Coach Schneider to Coach 2026 Kansas Shrine Bowl

Tuesday, December 16

Sterling High School Head Football Coach Brent Schneider will be a part of the West coaching staff in the 53rd Kansas Shrine Bowl, taking place on June 27, 2026, in Emporia. Schneider will be making his first appearance in the Shrine Bowl and will represent... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Evaluating Replacement Heifers Ahead of Breeding Season

Tuesday, December 16

K-State beef cattle experts emphasize early heifer preparation and the role of nutrition in early conception and calving success MANHATTAN, Kan. — Carefully preparing replacement heifers prior to breeding season is essential for improving conception rates and ensuring cows calve early and remain productive throughout... Read More.

Andale Wrestling Finishes 10th at Mid America Nationals

Tuesday, December 16

ENID, Okla. — The Andale wrestling team finished 10th with 261 points in the Mid America Nationals held in Enid, Oklahoma, on Friday and Saturday. Ethan Eck led the way for the Indians taking first place at 175 pounds with a perfect 6-0 record. Eck... Read More.

Eight Displaced in Early Morning Fire in Hutchinson

Tuesday, December 16

HUTCHINSON. Kan. -(December 16, 2025) - At 0314 hours, the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to the 700 block of East 3rd Avenue for a report of a structure fire. First arriving units found a 2.5-story, balloon-frame, multi-family residence with fire and smoke showing from... Read More.