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McPherson Hires New Fire Chief, Effective April 29

Tuesday, March 12

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The city of McPherson has a new Fire Chief. City Commissioners this morning approved the hiring of Chad Mayberry effective April 29th. New Chief Mayberry comes from the Winfield Fire Department, where he's been for the past 23 years, currently... Read More.

High Nitrate Levels Warrant Water Source Changes

Tuesday, March 12

By Reno County Kansas Government RENO COUNTY, Kan. (March 11, 2024, Revised from December 13, 2023) — Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on March... Read More.

32nd and Williams Intersection to be Closed

Monday, March 11

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — Crews will begin working on the intersection of 32nd and Williams on Tuesday, March 12th. Crews will be excavating and replacing the flowline and surrounding concrete. Expect the intersection to be closed for the next... Read More.

McPherson College Recognizes Employees for Years of Service

Monday, March 11

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson College community recently gathered to celebrate 20 employees and trustees for their years of service with a reception, dinner, and awards program at the McPherson Community Building on March 7. The annual recognition night celebrated the work... Read More.

Golden Belt Telephone Launches 2024 Scholarships

Monday, March 11

By Golden Belt Telephone Association Golden Belt Telephone Association is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2024 GBT Scholarship. GBT will award 10 scholarships, each worth $700! These scholarships are dedicated to supporting passionate and dedicated high school seniors in their pursuit of higher education.... Read More.

KDOT Supports Applications for ‘Safe Streets and Roads for All’ Grants

Monday, March 11

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — The Kansas Department of Transportation encourages counties, cities, towns, transit agencies, metropolitan planning organizations and federally recognized Tribal governments to apply for the U.S. DOT Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) discretionary grant program. The SS4A... Read More.

United Way of Central Kansas Renews Impact Grants Program to Support Local Non-Profits

Monday, March 11

By the United Way of Central Kansas BARTON/PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — The United Way of Central Kansas (UWCK) is proud to announce the renewal of its Impact Grants Program, offering funding opportunities for non-profit organizations in Barton & Pawnee Counties. The application process is streamlined, requiring... Read More.

K-State Health Professional Urges Kansans to Schedule Annual Wellness Exam

Monday, March 11

See the doctor yearly to make sure ‘we’re as healthy as we can be,’ says Johannes At a glance: All Americans should have an annual wellness exam to maintain good physical and mental health, says Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation's Distinguished Professor of Community... Read More.

NJCAA Region 6 Basketball Moves to Hutchinson

Monday, March 11

(KJCCC) – Region 6 basketball has moved. The 2024 Region 6 men’s and women’s basketball tournaments will take place at the fabled Sports Arena in Hutchinson KS for the semifinals and the finals on March 15 and 16. “With the NJCAA D1 National Tournaments moving back a... Read More.

Chiefs and DT Chris Jones Agree to Framework of 5-Year Deal That Includes $95M in Guarantees

Monday, March 11

BY DAVE SKRETTA KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs and star Chris Jones have agreed to the framework of a five-year contract that includes $95 million guaranteed and keeps the All-Pro defensive tackle off the upcoming free-agent market, a... Read More.

Chiefs Bringing Back LB Drue Tranquill on 3-year, $19 million deal, AP Source Says

Monday, March 11

BY DAVE SKRETTA KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back versatile linebacker Drue Tranquill on a three-year, $19 million contract, a person with knowledge of the agreement told The Associated Press on Thursday night. The person requested anonymity because the team... Read More.

K-State Holds Off West Virginia Late, Reaches Big 12 Semis

Monday, March 11

KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KStateSports.com) – (16/16) K-State locked down West Virginia for the final three minutes of the fourth quarter to collect a 65-62 win in the quarterfinals of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Women's Basketball Championship at T-Mobile Center. BOX SCORE With Saturday's win,... Read More.

McPherson Hires New Fire Chief, Effective April 29

McPherson Hires New Fire Chief, Effective April 29

High Nitrate Levels Warrant Water Source Changes

32nd and Williams Intersection to be Closed

McPherson College Recognizes Employees for Years of Service

Golden Belt Telephone Launches 2024 Scholarships

KDOT Supports Applications for ‘Safe Streets and Roads for All’ Grants

United Way of Central Kansas Renews Impact Grants Program to Support Local Non-Profits

K-State Health Professional Urges Kansans to Schedule Annual Wellness Exam

NJCAA Region 6 Basketball Moves to Hutchinson

Chiefs and DT Chris Jones Agree to Framework of 5-Year Deal That Includes $95M in Guarantees

Chiefs Bringing Back LB Drue Tranquill on 3-year, $19 million deal, AP Source Says

K-State Holds Off West Virginia Late, Reaches Big 12 Semis

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