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MCCF Awards Marquette and Inman Communities at Community Celebrations

Thursday, March 5

This week, McPherson County Community Foundation had the opportunity to spend time in both Marquette and Inman as part of the community celebrations. At each event, foundation staff connected with community members and shared more about the foundation’s impact while guests enjoyed snacks... Read More.

ACC HOSA Team Earns Nine Medals, Qualifies for International Competition

Thursday, March 5

IOLA, KAN. (March 4, 2026) — The Allen Community College HOSA team traveled to Wichita on March 2–3 to compete in the State HOSA leadership contests, joining more than 1,200 middle school, high school, and collegiate students from across Kansas. All six Allen students... Read More.

Former Salina Central Wrestling Coach Facing Child Pornography Charges

Thursday, March 5

A former wrestling coach at Salina Central High School is facing federal charges alleging he clandestinely (secretly) filmed minors showering during a high school sporting event in 2024. Ryan Brungardt, 37, is charged with two counts of production of child pornography and one of... Read More.

Second-Half Surge Fuels Bullpup Boys’ Victory in Sub-State Semifinal over Ulysses

Thursday, March 5

McPHERSON, Kan. - Four Bullpups scored in double-figures and three set a new career-high, pushing McPherson past Ulysses in the Sub-State Semifinal, 73-48, on Wednesday, March 4. BOX SCORE | 4A WEST BRACKET Ulysses took a 13-9 lead in the first quarter, but... Read More.

Understanding Mineral Tags Can Help Cattle Producers Better Understand What to Provide

Thursday, March 5

K-State beef specialist provides information on making mineral selections for cow herds MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — With spring and summer grazing months upon us, a Kansas State University beef cattle expert explains the importance of understanding the minerals a producer needs to provide a... Read More.

Track & Field Heads to Nationals

Thursday, March 5

Pittsburg, KS - The Neosho County Community College Men's and Women's Track and Field team's competed at their regional championships Saturday and Sunday February 21st and 22nd at Pittsburg State University. The team continues to impress on the season breaking 3 more school records and... Read More.

Men’s Basketball Advances to Region 6 Semifinal

Thursday, March 5

Highland, KS - The Neosho County Panthers hit the road Monday, March 3, traveling to Highland for the opening round of the Region VI Conference Tournament. In a competitive matchup, the Panthers came away with a hard-fought 73–68 victory, securing their spot in the semifinals. Neosho... Read More.

Barton Men Clinch 2nd KJCCC Title in Three Seasons, No. 17 Cougars Win 85-79 at Cowley

Thursday, March 5

The No. 17 Barton men's basketball team completed its regular season mission Wednesday evening, earning an 85-79 road victory at Cowley College to clinch its second Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference title in the last three years. Closing the regular season on a ten-game heater,... Read More.

Barton Drops Regular Season Finale at Cowley 75-59; Host First Round Game Saturday Evening

Thursday, March 5

The Barton Community College women's basketball team closed out the regular season Wednesday night on the road, falling 75-59 at Cowley College inside the William S. Scott Auditorium. Trailing 34-29 at halftime, Barton remained within reach into the fourth quarter, cutting the deficit to four... Read More.

Barton’s Erpelding Named Week 5 KJCCC Division I Player of the Week

Thursday, March 5

Carly Erpelding of the Barton Community College softball team has been named the Week 5 Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) Division I Player of the Week. Erpelding powered Barton to a pair of splits with a scorching .692 batting average while blasting two home... Read More.

Walk-Off Caps Thriller as Barton Offense Powers Sweep of No. 18 Cowley

Thursday, March 5

The Barton Community College softball team responded from Saturday's disappointing split in emphatic fashion Monday afternoon at Cougar Field, turning a nail-biting opener into a runaway nightcap to complete a doubleheader sweep of Division II No. 18 Cowley College with 8-7 and 15-1 victories. Game... Read More.

USD 418 Superintendent to Become ESSDACK Executive Director

Thursday, March 5

Along with taking the next steps on projects McPherson USD 418 voters approved bonds for Tuesday, the USD 418 Board of Education now needs to find a new Superintendent of Schools. Dr. Shiloh Vincent, who has served as Superintendent since 2020 and has spent... Read More.

MCCF Awards Marquette and Inman Communities at Community Celebrations

MCCF Awards Marquette and Inman Communities at Community Celebrations

ACC HOSA Team Earns Nine Medals, Qualifies for International Competition

Former Salina Central Wrestling Coach Facing Child Pornography Charges

Second-Half Surge Fuels Bullpup Boys’ Victory in Sub-State Semifinal over Ulysses

Understanding Mineral Tags Can Help Cattle Producers Better Understand What to Provide

Track & Field Heads to Nationals

Men’s Basketball Advances to Region 6 Semifinal

Barton Men Clinch 2nd KJCCC Title in Three Seasons, No. 17 Cougars Win 85-79 at Cowley

Barton Drops Regular Season Finale at Cowley 75-59; Host First Round Game Saturday Evening

Barton’s Erpelding Named Week 5 KJCCC Division I Player of the Week

Walk-Off Caps Thriller as Barton Offense Powers Sweep of No. 18 Cowley

USD 418 Superintendent to Become ESSDACK Executive Director

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