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Hispanic College Institue at Fort Hays State University Returns for Summer 2025

Thursday, April 10

HAYS, Kan. — The Hispanic College Institute, a free, four-day three-night residential program, is returning to Fort Hays State University June 4-7. The program is open to the current class of 2026 and 2027 high school students with a 2.5 GPA or above and provides... Read More.

McPherson College and KU School Of Medicine Announce Collaboration to Advance Rural Healthcare in Kansas

Thursday, April 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson College and the University of Kansas School of Medicine are partnering to promote rural healthcare in Kansas. Over the next 12 months, this collaboration will provide students with experiential, service, and research learning opportunities. “The collaboration will offer a wide range... Read More.

Hesston College Announces Membership With NAIA, NCCAA

Thursday, April 10

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KJCCC.org) - The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletes (NAIA) has announced the addition of Hesston College as a member institution beginning in the fall of 2025. The admittance of the Larks comes following a vote from the Council of Presidents, who approved... Read More.

Kansas State Department of Education Names 2025 Career and Technical Education Scholars

Wednesday, April 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announced this week that 200 Kansas high school seniors have earned the recognition as 2025 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars. They were announced Tuesday at the Kansas State Board of Education meeting... Read More.

Kansas State Department of Education Names 2025 Career and Technical Education Scholars

Wednesday, April 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announced this week that 200 Kansas high school seniors have earned the recognition as 2025 Kansas Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholars. They were announced Tuesday at the Kansas State Board of Education meeting... Read More.

Two Unauthorized Men Enter Sedgwick Schools Tuesday, Issued Trespass Orders

Wednesday, April 9

SEDGWICK, Kan. — On Tuesday, April 8, two unauthorized men were let into the USD 439 schools. Around 1 p.m., the men were denied entry into the grade school by the student aide in the office. They were then told to go to the exterior... Read More.

Volunteers Collecting Vital Feedback for Reno County Community Health Assessment

Wednesday, April 9

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Trained volunteers will be collecting input for the 2025 Community Health Assessment (CHA) from residents in select neighborhoods across Reno County on Sunday, April 13 and Monday, April 14, 2025. The CHA, conducted every three years, evaluates the overall health... Read More.

Greater Hutch Signing Day Event to be held May 13

Wednesday, April 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the fourth year, Hutchinson Career and Technical Education Academy, Hutchinson Community College, USD 308 and Greater Hutch, an Economic Development Partnership for Reno County, are collaborating to host Signing Day on Tuesday, May 13 th at Stringer Fine Arts. Just as we... Read More.

KWEC Director Curtis Wolf Receives KACEE Environmental Education Award

Wednesday, April 9

HAYS, Kan. — The Kansas Association for Conservation and Environmental Education (KACEE) recently announced the recipients of the 2025 Excellence in Conservation and Environmental Education Awards. “KACEE is very pleased to honor and celebrate the work of these outstanding individuals and organizations for their amazing... Read More.

Kiersten Latham, Red Barn Studio Museum Artist-in-Residence through April 11

Wednesday, April 9

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Kiersten Latham returns to the Red Barn Studio Museum as an artist-in-residence March 31-April 11. Latham works in mixed media, clay, fiber, and found objects, creating playful and whimsical pieces. During her residency, Latham will explore two projects. The first focuses... Read More.

Barton’s Hadley and Treto Earn Baseball Honors, Hadley Named National Player of the Week

Wednesday, April 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Ayden Hadley and Anthony Treto of the Barton Community College baseball team have earned week ten honors distributed on the conference and national levels. Both received KJCCC West Division player honors, with Hadley selected as the NJCAA honoree, as the duo helped... Read More.

Little River Sports Roundup: Baseball Stays Unbeaten, Softball Goes 2-2, Track Finishes Well at Solomon

Wednesday, April 9

LITTLE RIVER, Kan. - The Little River High School Redskins had a busy week between April 1 and April 8, with Baseball, Softball, and Track & Field having a great week. BASEBALL The Little River baseball team is undefeated at 8-0 following sweeps against Canton-Galva/Elyria Christian and... Read More.