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UPDATE: Findings of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Salina

Friday, November 15

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation SALINA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) completed its investigation into the July 24 officer-involved shooting resulting in the death of Jesse Wray, of Salina. KBI’s investigation included shooting reconstruction, forensic testing of evidence, interviews of witnesses and... Read More.

The Big Event: Rice County Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 Community Fund Grant Awardees

Friday, November 15

By Brenna Eller LYONS, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation celebrated the recipients of the 2024 Community Fund Grant on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024. The grant dollars were made possible through Legacy Gifts left by Carl Dudrey and Kenny Knight and according to RCCF Executive... Read More.

“All Out Fall Mixer” Brings Together Emerging Leaders and Launches New FUEL Barton County Membership Model

Friday, November 15

By Megan Barfield, FUEL Barton County President/CEO GREAT BEND, Kan. — FUEL Barton County’s "All Out Fall Mixer" was a resounding success, drawing an impressive crowd of young professionals and emerging leaders from across the community. Hosted at the Animal Medical Center, the FUEL Steering... Read More.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson Announces 2025 Youth of the Year Candidates

Friday, November 15

By Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Thursday, December 5th the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson will host its annual Youth of the Year Banquet. Four finalists will compete for the title of 2025 Hutchinson Youth of the Year. Being... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development 2025 to Launch “Entrepreneurial Mindset” Classes

Friday, November 15

By Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 "Entrepreneurial Mindset" classes, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, starting January 8. This program aims to inspire Barton County residents to adopt an entrepreneurial... Read More.

Grand Staff Thrift Boutique Brings Back 12 Days of Christmas Sale, Raising Funds for eSwatini Elementary School

Friday, November 15

By Brenna Eller BUHLER, Kan. — Grand Staff Ministries, Inc. has recently been granted land in eSwatini, Africa, to build an elementary school. To raise funds for the building project, the Grand Staff Thrift Boutique in Buhler is holding a 12 Days of Christmas Sale Friday,... Read More.

9th Judicial District Nominating Commission Meeting Set for Nov. 20 to Discuss Nomination Process to Fill District Magistrate Judge Vacancy in McPherson County

Friday, November 15

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission is set to meet on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at noon to discuss the process for nominating a candidate to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in McPherson County. The 9th Judicial District Nominating Commission includes Justice Melissa... Read More.

First-Half Run Carries LSU Past K-State, 76-65

Friday, November 15

BOX SCORE MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - A 16-2 run midway the first half gave LSU all the momentum it would need, as the Tigers shot 50 percent from the field to hand Kansas State its first loss of the season with a 76-65 win... Read More.

Lee, (10/11) K-State WBB Overwhelms Creighton on Thursday

Friday, November 15

BOX SCORE MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - (10/11) K-State used an efficient night from preseason All-American Ayoka Lee on Thursday night to throttle Creighton, 86-68, at Bramlage Coliseum. The Wildcats have scored 80 or more points in the first three games of a season for the first... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Scholarship Portal Opening Nov. 15

Thursday, November 14

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) will open its regular and adult learning scholarship application processes on Nov. 15. While scholarship requirements vary, applications will be accepted from all students in McPherson County. This year, the adult learning... Read More.

McPherson Fireman Injured in Thursday Afternoon Fire

Thursday, November 14

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — One McPherson firefighter was injured Friday afternoon in a commercial building fire in the 1000 block of West Kansas. McPherson Fire Chief Chad Mayberry said crews responding to an automatic alarm just before 4 PM found smoke coming from the... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s November Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Nicholas Griggs

Thursday, November 14

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Nicholas (Nick) Griggs, Vocal Music teacher at McPherson High School as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects... Read More.