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Industry Leader Says SEKMHC Expansion Saga a Warning to Other Mental Health Providers

Wednesday, May 13

Kessler’s comments provide one of the clearest public acknowledgements yet from the state CMHC association that SEK pursued a path significantly different from other Kansas behavioral-health providers during its rapid expansion into primary care and dental services. The federal CCBHC system was created to expand... Read More.

K-State Agriculture Expert Urges Safety when Driving Off-Road Vehicles

Wednesday, May 13

Larson notes that more than 600 Americans die annually due to ATV, UTV accidents MANHATTAN, Kan. — As Kansas’ weather warms, the use of off-road vehicles becomes more common on the state’s farms and ranches. Tawnie Larson, the program manager for the Kansas Agriculture Safety and... Read More.

Iola City Council Approves Recycling Assistance, Notice of Acceptance on US 54 bid

Tuesday, May 12

In a meeting that took all of 20 minutes with three members absent, the Iola City Council Monday night approved providing up to 50 dollars a month for electric costs for Allen County Recycling for the last half of 2026. There was some... Read More.

Barton Athletics Recognizes Season Achievements at Annual Celebration

Tuesday, May 12

The Barton Community College Athletic Department celebrated the accomplishments of its 2025-26 athletic seasons last Wednesday evening at the annual end-of-the-year banquet held at the Great Bend Convention Center. Held annually in partnership with the Cougar Booster Club, the celebration recognized the achievements of Barton's... Read More.

Four Blue Dragons Earn Ping All- District Honors

Tuesday, May 12

Hutchinson CC Sports Information Four members of the Jayhawk Conference and Region 6 Tournament champion Hutchinson Community College men's golf team were named PING NJCAA all-Central Region players on Monday. Announced at the NJCAA Division I Men's Golf National Tournament Banquet in Newton on Monday night,... Read More.

Rudolph Named New Director of ESports

Tuesday, May 12

Lindsborg, Kan. – The Bethany College Department of Athletics has announced that Jacob Rudolph will be the next Director of Esports Club. "We are excited to have Jacob Rudolph join us as the Director of Esports Club," said Dean of Athletics Laura Moreno. "We sincerely thank... Read More.

Salt City Racing Season Starts with Two Races Friday, Saturday

Tuesday, May 12

The 2026 Salt City Raceway season got underway with races Friday and Saturday at the Kansas State Fairgrounds track, 2000 North Poplar, Hutchinson. URSS sprints, IMCA racing and USAC Silver Crown races took place Friday and the 2026 USAC Silvercrown Salt City 100 took place on... Read More.

Leadership McPherson Class of 2026 Completes Program, Advances “Suds & Smiles” Community Initiative

Tuesday, May 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce announced today that the Leadership McPherson Class of 2026 has officially completed its nine-week leadership development program, celebrating the milestone with a luncheon at the McPherson Opera House. The longstanding program is built on the principle... Read More.

Hesston Boys Place Six Golfers in Top 10, Capture CKL Team Title by 43 Strokes

Tuesday, May 12

The Hesston Swather boys golf team placed six golfers in the top 10, including the top three spots, and won the Central Kansas League championship by 44 strokes. The CKL tournament took place Monday at the par-72 Crazy Horse Golf Course in Hutchinson. Hesston posted a... Read More.

Hutchinson Trinity Boys Run Away with HOA Tournament Title

Tuesday, May 12

The Hutchinson Trinity Catholic High School boys golf tournament won the Heart of America League Tournament by 29 strokes Monday at the par-71 Hesston Golf Course. The Trinity Celtics posted a 315 score to win the team title. Sterling placed second with a 344 score,... Read More.

Buhler Girls Soccer Team Shuts out Classical School of Wichita

Tuesday, May 12

The Buhler High School varsity girls soccer team pitched a 3-0 shutout against Classical School of Wichita Monday. The game was played at the Maize High School Soccer Stadium. Lakin Yoder scored two goals and assisted on another goal. Taylin Krafels had one goal and one... Read More.

Haven Baseball Team Celebrates Senior Night with Clearwater Split

Tuesday, May 12

The Haven High School baseball team celebrated Senior Night Monday by splitting a home doubleheader against Clearwater. Clearwater won the first game 5-3 and Haven won the second game 3-2. Haven seniors playing their final regular-season home games were Jaxson Wilder, Chris Barrientos, Welden Stanley and... Read More.