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City of Newton Issues Request for Proposals to Demolish Old Dillon’s Building at 320 N. Main

Wednesday, July 9

The Rundown is prepared by the City of Newton Communications Office to summarize the City Commission meeting and does not represent official Commission minutes. NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission took the next step toward demolition of the old Dillon’s building at... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

Former K-State Baseball’s, Current Wind Surge’s Culpepper Named to 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game

Wednesday, July 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - Former K-State All-American and Minnesota Twins' No. 4 prospect Kaelen Culpepper has been selected to play on the American League team in the 2025 All-Star Futures Game. Culpepper, who was taken 21st overall by the Twins in the 2024... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state. “Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

KC Iola Hormigas Get Big Win over Trinidad 10-9

Wednesday, July 9

IOLA, Kan. - The KC Iola Hormigas closed off a brief series against the Trinidad Triggers, winning in Iola 10-9 Tues., July 8. The Hormigas had a strong start to the contest, leading 4-1 after two innings. After the Triggers brought the game back within a... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Sammie Brooks, Buhler Girls Soccer

Wednesday, July 9

BUHLER, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Sammie Brooks, Buhler Crusaders goalkeeper as this week's Athlete of the Week. The week - Brooks wrapped up an impressive senior season, and career, in the Class 4-3-2-1A regional tournament. She posted another clean sheet... Read More.

Reno County Commissioners Have Concerns About the State Fair’s Costly Request

Wednesday, July 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 9, 2025) - The Reno County Commissioners in their meeting this morning, heard a request for funding of an emergency operations command center at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, which would also house VIN inspections and the Kansas Highway Patrol year-round. The... Read More.

Monarchs continue hot play, up win streak to six

Wednesday, July 9

The Hutchinson Monarchs continued their sizzling July play Tuesday at Hobart-Detter Field, as they beat the Haysville Aviators 8-1. The win was the Monarchs' sixth in a row and they are 5-0 in July. The Monarchs had good pitching again, as starter Ethan Giesbrecht, who plays... Read More.

Bat Cats’ Field, Brazzle Earn Jayhawk Collegiate League Weekly Honors

Wednesday, July 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. - Great Bend Bat Cats pitcher Jacob Field and outfielder Davin "Peanut" Brazzle earned Jayhawk Collegiate League weekly honors Tues., July 8. Field was named one of the honorees for Pitcher of the Week. The right-handed pitcher threw a complete-game shutout against the... Read More.

Hutchinson, McPherson Student-Athletes to Play in Boys Soccer All-Star Game

Wednesday, July 9

A pair of high school boys soccer athletes will participate in the 2025 Kansas vs. Oklahoma High School Soccer Boys All-Star Game on July 19 in Wichita: Lucas Witt from Hutchinson and Manny Morales from McPherson. Witt was an AVCTL Div. I 2nd Team All-League... Read More.

Former Cy Young Winner Keuchel Inks Minors Deal with Royals

Wednesday, July 9

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (MLB.com) - The Royals have signed former AL Cy Young winner Dallas Keuchel to a Minor League deal, the team announced Wednesday morning. Keuchel, 37, held a workout for the team last week and reached 92 mph on his fastball, according to a... Read More.

Nick Loftin Hits 2-Run Homer in 7th, Walk-Off Single in 9th as Royals Beat Pirates 4-3

Wednesday, July 9

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Nick Loftin hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning, then won it in the ninth with a one-out RBI single as the Kansas City Royals beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Tuesday night. Rookie Jac Caglianone homered for the... Read More.