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Hutch CC Softball’s Bailey Backhaus Named NFCA Golden Shoe Winner

Wednesday, June 4

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - Hutchinson Community College sophomore shortstop Bailey Backhaus was named the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) Golden Shoe winner for 2025 NJCAA Division I Softball on Tuesday. The Golden Shoe Award is presented by New Balance. The award is... Read More.

Introducing Ad Astra Radio’s Hutchinson / Larned News Director Kaitlyn Mauro

Wednesday, June 4

Ad Astra Radio is excited to introduce the newest member to the News Team, Kaitlyn Wolters-Mauro from Atwood, Kansas. Kaitlyn will have the title of Hutchinson/Larned News Director. "At Ad Astra Radio, we take our role as local broadcasters very seriously. We want to entertain, engage... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Jay Smith, Little River Track and Field

Wednesday, June 4

LITTLE RIVER, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Little River High School senior Jay Smith as this week's Athlete of the Week. The week - Smith won a pair of races at the all-classes wheelchair state track meet on Saturday at Cessna... Read More.

Lindsborg Community Hospital Now Offering $35 Sports Physicals

Wednesday, June 4

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Lindsborg Community Hospital is now offering sports physicals for student athletes at a convenient cash price of $35. These physicals are available by appointment in the clinic or on a walk-in basis at Urgent Care, giving families flexible options to fit... Read More.

May Total Tax Collections Over $657M; 31.7% Above Estimate

Tuesday, June 3

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends May 2025 with total tax collections at $657.7 million. That is $158.3 million, or 31.7%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were down 0.2% from May 2024. “Surpassing estimates this month is a positive indicator, but we... Read More.

Gov. Colyer, Lawmakers Call on Gov. Kelly to Issue Disaster Declaration for Tornado-Ravaged Counties

Tuesday, June 3

PLEVNA, Kan. — After touring tornado destruction across central and western Kansas, former Governor Jeff Colyer and a delegation of rural state lawmakers are publicly calling on Governor Laura Kelly to immediately issue a disaster declaration for Gove, Reno, Pratt, and Stafford Counties. Gov. Colyer... Read More.

Salina Grace Community Resource Center Open House

Tuesday, June 3

SALINA, Kan. — All are welcome to join the Salina Grace Community Resource Center for an Open House on Tuesday, June 17, from 4 to 6 p.m., at 315 S. Broadway Blvd., Salina. The tour will be a come-and-go event to see the updated facility—including... Read More.

City of Great Bend Utility Crews Working on Main Break at 10th and Frey

Tuesday, June 3

GREAT BEND, Kan — The City of Great Bend utility crews are working on a main break at 10th and Frey. Work will involve reducing traffic for East Bound traffic. Please be attentive and careful when driving in the area. The city apologizes for any... Read More.

Barton County Extends Deadline for 2025 Facade Improvement Grant Program Applications

Tuesday, June 3

6/3/25 Barton County Commission Meeting Highlights BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Barton County has extended the deadline for applications to be submitted for the 2025 Facade Improvement Grant program for three of the four cities in Barton County. County Administrator Matt Patzner told Barton County Commissioners... Read More.

Laura Savage Joins McPherson County as 4-H Youth Development Agent

Tuesday, June 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — Laura Savage will begin serving as the McPherson County 4-H youth development extension agent, effective June 9. McPherson County’s extension office is in McPherson, Kansas. Savage earned her bachelor’s degree in exercise science from Tabor College. She has most recently been employed... Read More.

Safehope Promotes New Co-Executive Directors – Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley

Tuesday, June 3

NEWTON, Kan. — Safehope is thrilled to announce the appointment of its new Co-Executive Directors — Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley — who will be leading the organization into an inspiring new chapter! Together, they will share leadership responsibilities, combining their unique strengths to guide... Read More.

Economic Development Strategy for Reno County to Launch Public Survey Wednesday, June 4

Tuesday, June 3

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Greater Hutch Economic Development Partnership for Reno County within the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the launch of the new Reno County Economic Development Strategic Planning Process. This multi phase process facilitated by Aha! Strategy... Read More.

Hutch CC Softball’s Bailey Backhaus Named NFCA Golden Shoe Winner

Hutch CC Softball’s Bailey Backhaus Named NFCA Golden Shoe Winner

Introducing Ad Astra Radio’s Hutchinson / Larned News Director Kaitlyn Mauro

Athlete of the Week: Jay Smith, Little River Track and Field

Lindsborg Community Hospital Now Offering $35 Sports Physicals

May Total Tax Collections Over $657M; 31.7% Above Estimate

Gov. Colyer, Lawmakers Call on Gov. Kelly to Issue Disaster Declaration for Tornado-Ravaged Counties

Salina Grace Community Resource Center Open House

City of Great Bend Utility Crews Working on Main Break at 10th and Frey

Barton County Extends Deadline for 2025 Facade Improvement Grant Program Applications

Laura Savage Joins McPherson County as 4-H Youth Development Agent

Safehope Promotes New Co-Executive Directors – Angela Schepmann and Dean Kegley

Economic Development Strategy for Reno County to Launch Public Survey Wednesday, June 4

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