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Larry Hatteberg to Open 2026 Dillon Lecture Series

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Dillon Lecture Series (DLS) is proud to announce its first speaker of the 2026 season: legendary award-winning Kansas journalist, Larry Hatteberg. During a 51-year career centered on telling people’s stories, Hatteberg became a defining voice in Kansas local television. His “Hatteberg’s... Read More.

McPherson Comes up Short in Home Series with Saint Ambrose

Tuesday, February 17

McPherson, Kan – Following their midweek victory over Hastings College, the Bulldogs took on the Saint Ambrose Bees in a weekend series. Despite having troubles with the weather on Saturday, the two teams were able to manage three games with the Bees leaving with the... Read More.

Bulldogs Drop Home Opener to Broncos

Tuesday, February 17

McPherson, Kan. – The Bulldogs opened their 2026 home slate on Sunday, hosting the Hastings College Broncos. McPherson entered the contest with a winning record after going 3-1 at the Branson B-A-S-H Classic, while Hastings sat at an even 2-2 after winning one game in... Read More.

Stafford County and Lightsource bp Partner to Fund New Childcare Facility in Macksville

Tuesday, February 17

STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Stafford County Economic Development (SCED) today announced an exciting new community initiative in partnership with Lightsource bp, a global energy developer currently advancing a solar project in Stafford County. Lightsource bp has donated over $230,000 to SCED to support the construction... Read More.

Allen County Commission Hears Landfill Updates, Reluctant to Send Three 911 Dispatch Employees to Las Vegas Conference

Tuesday, February 17

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — There is movement on recycling issues in Allen County, although it may not be visible to the public for a while yet. Allen County Commissioner David Lee provided an update during Tuesday's Commission meeting, where he said Public Works Director Mitch... Read More.

Food Bank of Reno County Exceeds Capital Campaign Goal, Opens New Facility

Tuesday, February 17

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - Thanks to overwhelming community generosity, the Food Bank of Reno County has raised $1,115,900 through its Nourishing Our Future capital campaign, exceeding its goal and securing a strong foundation for the organization’s future. The campaign’s success supports the completion of the Food Bank’s... Read More.

KU Women’s Jaliya Davis Claims Record-Setting Seventh Big 12 Freshman of the Week Honor

Tuesday, February 17

LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas forward Jaliya Davis has been named the Big 12 Freshman of the Week, earning the honor for the seventh-straight week to secure a new conference record for consecutive honors. The Big 12 announced its weekly awards on Tuesday afternoon. Davis averaged 19.5... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Advances Street Projects, Approves IT Upgrades and Several Event Requests

Tuesday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — A change order on a design contract with Alfred Benesch and Company for the Hickory Street reconstruction project was approved during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting. This will add design for the 600 block of West Hayes, a project that is... Read More.

Central Christian School Announces Kindergarten Exploration and First Grade Preview

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is announcing that their Kindergarten Exploration and First Grade Preview will be held on Tuesday, March 10, at 6:30 p.m. at the school, 1910 East 30th Avenue in Hutchinson. According to Director of Admissions Amber Osner, Central Christian offers... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Accepting Nominations for USD 308 Certified and Classified Employee of the Year

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools is accepting nominations for the 2025-26 Classified Employee of the Year and the Certified Employee of the Year. Certified Employee of the Year Each year USD 308 honors one certified employee. This award is separate from the annual Davis Foundation... Read More.

National Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park

Tuesday, February 17

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — February 17, 2026 — National Modular MFG LLC, with operations in Haven, Kansas, and Providence, North Carolina, has signed a long-term lease to double the size of its Kansas operations. The expansion includes a 57,600-square-foot facility located in the Kansas Enterprise... Read More.

VFW Names Tammy Gipson of St. Joseph Catholic School as Kansas State Middle School Teacher of the Year

Tuesday, February 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas is proud to announce Tammy Gipson, a middle school teacher at St. Joseph Catholic School in McPherson, as the Kansas State Middle School Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Gipson was selected for her... Read More.

Larry Hatteberg to Open 2026 Dillon Lecture Series

Larry Hatteberg to Open 2026 Dillon Lecture Series

McPherson Comes up Short in Home Series with Saint Ambrose

Bulldogs Drop Home Opener to Broncos

Stafford County and Lightsource bp Partner to Fund New Childcare Facility in Macksville

Allen County Commission Hears Landfill Updates, Reluctant to Send Three 911 Dispatch Employees to Las Vegas Conference

Food Bank of Reno County Exceeds Capital Campaign Goal, Opens New Facility

KU Women’s Jaliya Davis Claims Record-Setting Seventh Big 12 Freshman of the Week Honor

McPherson City Commission Advances Street Projects, Approves IT Upgrades and Several Event Requests

Central Christian School Announces Kindergarten Exploration and First Grade Preview

Hutchinson Public Schools Accepting Nominations for USD 308 Certified and Classified Employee of the Year

National Modular MFG LLC Signs Lease with Salt City Investments in Kansas Enterprise Industrial Park

VFW Names Tammy Gipson of St. Joseph Catholic School as Kansas State Middle School Teacher of the Year

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