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Tribute to Founder of Larned Radio Stations Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland

Friday, July 11

Obituary information provided by Hutchens-Stygar Funeral and Cremation Center in St,. Charles, Missouri, with additional information from the Ad Astra Radio files The founder of Larned's radio stations has passed away. Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland, 86, passed away Wednesday at his home in O'Fallon, Missouri. Hoagland grew... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Friday, July 11

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place June 18, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District Five... Read More.

Iola City Council to Discuss Legalization of Chickens within City Limits at Monday Meeting

Friday, July 11

IOLA, Kan. — Chickens are back on the Iola City Council agenda Monday. Robin Lohman will meet with the Council during their 6 PM meeting at the Riverside Park Community building to consider legalizing them in residential zones within the city limits. This matter was... Read More.

Join the August Thrive Allen County Community Conversations

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The August sessions of Thrive Allen County Community Conversations have been announced. The sessions will be on Tuesday August 5th at 6 Pm at the Iola High School Science building, and Tuesday July 19th at 6:30 PM at the Elsmore... Read More.

Royals’ Estévez Earns Late All-Star Nod, Replaces deGrom on Squad

Friday, July 11

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Royals.com) - Royals closer Carlos Estévez has been named to the AL All-Star team, giving Kansas City a third representative at Tuesday's Midsummer Classic in Atlanta. Estévez got the nod on Friday to replace Rangers pitcher Jacob deGrom, who is scheduled to pitch... Read More.

Main Street American and American Express Announce $10K Backing Small Business Grant

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Main Street America and American Express have announced a new round of Backing Small Business Grants, which aims to help small businesses recover from hardship, grow, and positively impact their communities. Nationally, 400 grants of $10,000 each are being awarded for... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Friday, July 11

Two area projects are among those awarded from the Kansas Department of Transportation's June bid letting. One project involves a $4.2 million bridge replacement on K-3 over the Little Osage River about two miles south of the Bourbon/Linn county line north of Bronson, awarded... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Zenda, Kingman County

Friday, July 11

ZENDA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the City of Zenda public water supply system located in Kingman County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure. Failure to maintain adequate... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Saline Co. Rural Water District No. 3, Saline County

Friday, July 11

SALINE COUNTY, Kan. (July 24, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Saline Co RWD 3 public water supply system located in Saline County. The advisory was issued because of a waterline break... Read More.

Former KU Basketball Coach Ted Owens to Receive Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in his Home State

Friday, July 11

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Former Kansas men's basketball coach Ted Owens will receive the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in a black-tie banquet to be held Monday, August 4, at the National Cowboy... Read More.

Hutchinson Sports Arena to Be Site of 2026 KSHSAA 3A, 4A State Basketball Tournaments

Friday, July 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - The Kansas State High School Activities Association announced on Thursday the sites for the 2026 state basketball tournaments. The Hutchinson Sports Arena has been the home for the Class 3A state tournament for 51 years and will continue to be that... Read More.

Bat Cats Hitless in Weather Shortened Game vs. Monarchs

Friday, July 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. - The Thursday matchup between the Great Bend Bat Cats and Hutchinson Monarchs did not even see six full innings due to inclement weather, but the Bat Cats were unable to get a hit falling 11-1. Great Bend did draw four walks and... Read More.

Tribute to Founder of Larned Radio Stations Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland

Tribute to Founder of Larned Radio Stations Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland

KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Iola City Council to Discuss Legalization of Chickens within City Limits at Monday Meeting

Join the August Thrive Allen County Community Conversations

Royals’ Estévez Earns Late All-Star Nod, Replaces deGrom on Squad

Main Street American and American Express Announce $10K Backing Small Business Grant

KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for City of Zenda, Kingman County

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Saline Co. Rural Water District No. 3, Saline County

Former KU Basketball Coach Ted Owens to Receive Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in his Home State

Hutchinson Sports Arena to Be Site of 2026 KSHSAA 3A, 4A State Basketball Tournaments

Bat Cats Hitless in Weather Shortened Game vs. Monarchs

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