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Barton Hosting Enrollment Days to Prepare Students for 2024-2025 School Year

Wednesday, March 20

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Potential students will have an opportunity to gear up for the fall semester during Barton’s popular “Enrollment Day” sessions, which start on April 16 and will continue throughout the summer. Students can call (620)... Read More.

HutchCC Board Approves System Enhancements

Wednesday, March 20

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. (March 18, 2024) — The Hutchinson Community College Board of Trustees’ March meeting contained a number of items of routine business as well as updates on its Higher Learning Commission accreditation and its Strategic Planning initiatives. In addition, the Board... Read More.

Former MKC Coop President and CEO Dave Christiansen Inducted into Kansas Coop Hall of Fame

Wednesday, March 20

By Brenna Eller MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Former President and CEO of Mid Kansas Cooperative, Dave Christiansen of McPherson was recently inducted into the Kansas Coop Hall of Fame after a lifetime career in the cooperative system and 16 years at MKC. MKC shared that the recognition... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Accepts Bid from APAC Kansas for 2024 Waterline Replacement Project

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council Tuesday accepted a bid from APAC Kansas for waterline replacement projects in 2023. Four bids were submitted on the project, of which two were deemed complete and of the other two, one was deemed by... Read More.

Heavy Construction Traffic Expected Wednesday at Site of New Hilton Garden Inn Near 17th and Waldron

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There is going to be a large amount of construction traffic Wednesday at the site of the new Hilton Garden Inn near 17th and Waldron. Interim City Manager Mary Grace Clements said during Tuesday's City Council meeting they are planning... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Discusses 36 Citations Issued for Sidewalk Violations in Hyde Park Neighborhood Following Annual Luminary Display

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Code enforcement officers of the City of Hutchinson have issued a large number of citations for sidewalk violations in one Hutchinson neighborhood. During Tuesday's Hutchinson City Council meeting it was reported 36 residents in the Hyde Park neighborhood were... Read More.

David Domino Joins Board of Directors of Farmers Alliance

Tuesday, March 19

By Farmers Alliance McPHERSON, Kan. — David Domino, CPCU, ARe, has been elected as a Director for the Farmers Alliance Companies, effective March 1, 2024. Dave joins the Farmers Alliance team, providing guidance, direction and oversight for the Companies’ property and casualty insurance operations. According... Read More.

Special Recognition Given to Buhler High School Bowlers at USD 313 BOE Meeting March 18

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education received a report during Monday's meeting on the number of non-resident spots that will be available for the 2024-25 school year under a new state-mandate open enrollment policy. Superintendent Cindy Couchman presented a... Read More.

Gibson-Smith Back on USD 308 BOE, Board Approves Opportunity for Early Graduation of Juniors in Hutchinson Virtual School

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Valarie Gibson-Smith is back on the Hutchinson USD 308 Board of Education. Gibson-Smith, who finished 7th in a 11-candidate rate for four board positions last November and was at the time board president, was selected on a 5-0 vote... Read More.

Wall Park Lake Retaining Wall Repair Begins, Sen. Moran Secures McPherson Police Department $275K to Purchase Specialized Video Equipment and Command Trailer

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A crew brought in by the manufacturer of the retaining wall panels along the Wall Park Lake has begun repairs to the wall, nearly half of which has collapsed. Public Works Director Jeff Woodward said the Lock and Load... Read More.

McPherson County and City Commissioners Approve Purchase of BearCat Armored Vehicle for McPherson County Special Response Team

Tuesday, March 19

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Commission Monday and McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved purchase of a new BearCat armored vehicle that will be used by the Sheriff's Office and McPherson Police Joint Response Team. Undersheriff James Bergstrom told County Commissioners their share... Read More.

Mayberry Chosen to Lead McPherson Fire Department

Tuesday, March 19

By the City of McPherson McPHERSON, Kan. — The City of McPherson is excited to announce the appointment of Chad Mayberry as new fire Chief for the McPherson Fire Department. Mayberry’s appointment was announced at the most recent City of McPherson Commission weekly meeting, ending a... Read More.

Barton Hosting Enrollment Days to Prepare Students for 2024-2025 School Year

Barton Hosting Enrollment Days to Prepare Students for 2024-2025 School Year

HutchCC Board Approves System Enhancements

Former MKC Coop President and CEO Dave Christiansen Inducted into Kansas Coop Hall of Fame

Hutchinson City Council Accepts Bid from APAC Kansas for 2024 Waterline Replacement Project

Heavy Construction Traffic Expected Wednesday at Site of New Hilton Garden Inn Near 17th and Waldron

Hutchinson City Council Discusses 36 Citations Issued for Sidewalk Violations in Hyde Park Neighborhood Following Annual Luminary Display

David Domino Joins Board of Directors of Farmers Alliance

Special Recognition Given to Buhler High School Bowlers at USD 313 BOE Meeting March 18

Gibson-Smith Back on USD 308 BOE, Board Approves Opportunity for Early Graduation of Juniors in Hutchinson Virtual School

Wall Park Lake Retaining Wall Repair Begins, Sen. Moran Secures McPherson Police Department $275K to Purchase Specialized Video Equipment and Command Trailer

McPherson County and City Commissioners Approve Purchase of BearCat Armored Vehicle for McPherson County Special Response Team

Mayberry Chosen to Lead McPherson Fire Department

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