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2023 Fly Kansas Air Tour Schedule Announced

Monday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Transportation Topeka, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation’s Division of Aviation is partnering with the Kansas Commission on Aerospace Education (KCAE) to host the Fly Kansas Air Tour from Thursday, Oct. 5, to Saturday, Oct. 7.“The Fly Kansas Air... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces $3 Million Grant for Expansion of HutchCC Nursing and Allied Health Education Programs

Friday, September 1

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Senator Jerry Moran announced Thursday Hutchinson Community College has been awarded $3 million to expand nursing and allied health education programs, in a partnership with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. Moran said the grant comes from “Congressionally Designated Spending.”The grant... Read More.

New Round of Funding Announced for Revitalization of Downtown Buildings

Friday, August 11

By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Aug. 10 that $1.5 million will be available for a fourth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities... Read More.

New Taskforce Announced to Combat Fentanyl in Kansas

Tuesday, July 25

By Kansas Bureau of Investigation TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Kansas Attorney General’s Office, the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) announced a new collaborative initiative to combat fentanyl in Kansas called the Joint Fentanyl Impact Team... Read More.

Multi-Conference Football Officiating Alliance Announced

Thursday, July 6

IRVING, Tex. - Today the Big 12 Conference announced it has entered into a football officiating alliance with the American Athletic (FBS), Mountain West (FBS), and Southland (FCS) conferences. The alliance will be in effect for the upcoming 2023 season.Over 300 officials will be... Read More.

Gunelson Announced as Next Head Softball Coach at Bethany College

Thursday, July 6

Courtesy of Bethany College Athletics LINDSBORG, Kan. (bethanyswedes.com) – Bethany College and the Department of Athletics has announced Tyler Gunelson as the new Head Softball Coach of the Swedes."I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to lead the Bethany softball program," Gunelson said. "Growing up in... Read More.

McPherson’s Gerstner Announced as 2023 ABCA/ATEC National Coach of the Year.

Wednesday, June 28

DALLAS, Tex. - Following back-to-back state titles, the accolades continue to reign in for the McPherson High School Baseball team with Head Coach Heath Gerstner being announced as the American Baseball Coaches Association and ATEC Coach of the Year in High School Div. II.Gerstner... Read More.

Area Child Care Capacity Grant Awards Announced

Monday, June 26

KANSAS – Organizations in six mid-Kansas area counties will share in nearly $43.6 million in funding through Child Care Capacity Accelerator Grants approved Friday by the Kansas Children's Cabinet. Two of the recipients will also be receiving Innovative Community Grants through the process.The Reno... Read More.

Kansas Football Game Times Announced for Missouri State, Nevada Games

Monday, June 5

LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Big 12 Conference released a portion of the early television broadcast assignments and kickoff times for the 2023 college football season on Wednesday. Times and TV designations are now set for Kansas’ games vs. Missouri State on Thursday, August 31 and... Read More.

2023 NCCAA Softball Awards Announced

Tuesday, May 30

By: Sterling College Athletics GREENVILLE, SC (scwarriors.com) - The NCCAA announces several awards for Softball including All-Americans, Player of the Year, and Coach of the Year. See the full list HERE

Hutchinson Art Fair Award Recipients Announced

Monday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Hutchinson Art Center has announced its merit awards recipients from the recent Hutchinson Art Fair.1st Place ($500): Lindsay Hendershot (Abstract Painting)2nd Place ($400): Michael Schlyer (Stoneware Pottery)3rd Place ($300): Jocelyn Woodson (Painting)Marvel Senti Award ($400): Kathie Moore (Oil Painting)Charlotte Summers... Read More.

Championship Seeds Announced for Big 12 Baseball

Monday, May 22

By Big12Sports.com ARLINGTON, Tex. - For the first time in Conference history, three teams shared the Big 12 baseball regular season title as Oklahoma State, Texas and West Virginia finished the year knotted at 15-9. Additionally, seeds and game times have been announced for the... Read More.