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Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Stafford County Transload Facility Project

Wednesday, January 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that the Port Authority of Stafford County (PASC) has secured $25 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program.  “The Port... Read More.

Chamber Announces Upcoming 2025 Legislative Forum Dates

Tuesday, January 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (January 21, 2025) — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the upcoming 2025 Legislative Forum dates:Saturday, February 15: 9:00am - 10:30 a.m. at the Stringer Fine Arts Center, Gallery Theatre – 600 E. 11th, HutchinsonSaturday, March... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces More than $4M to Improve Railroad Crossing Infrastructure

Thursday, January 16

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Thursday two Kansas communities have secured over $3.3 million in federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Railroad Crossing Elimination program.“Improving railroad crossings in Kansas is crucial for... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved December Bids for State Highway Construction and Maintenance Projects

Thursday, January 16

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Dec. 18, 2024, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces Retirement of President & CEO Becky Goss

Monday, January 13

By McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) announced that its President and CEO, Becky Goss, will retire at the end of 2025. Goss, who has been with the Foundation since its inception in January 2001, has served... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Announces $2.5 for 25 Campaign

Thursday, January 9

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — 2026 marks a special milestone year for the McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF), as it celebrates 25 years of service to McPherson County Communities. Over the years the Foundation has worked with organizations to create... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Two Staff Promotions in 2025

Tuesday, January 7

By the Hutchinson Recreation Commission HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the promotion of two staff members to start the New Year.Kelsey Loutensock was promoted to Director of Sports & Aquatics on Jan. 1. Loutensock started at Hutch Rec as the Aquatics and Special... Read More.

Cancer Council of Reno County Announces New Board of Directors

Monday, January 6

The Cancer Council of Reno County recently welcomed new members to its Board of Directors. New members include:Susan Adkins with Hutchinson Regional Healthcare SystemJanet Brock with Hutchinson Regional Healthcare SystemMaddie Fankhauser with Plot Marketing Co.Gina Mansel with First National Bank Lori MartensWill Tate... Read More.

Tabor College Announces Fall 2024 Dean’s List

Friday, January 3

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College has announced its fall 2024 dean’s list, honoring 209 students who achieved a GPA of 3.5 to 4.0. Highest honors (117 students) 3.85-4.00 GPA High honors (45 students) 3.70-3.849 GPA Honors (47 students) 3.50-3.699 GPATabor College is a liberal arts... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Total Elimination of Food Sales Tax

Thursday, January 2

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday announced that in 2025, Kansans are projected to save $156 million due to the reduction in the state sales tax rate from 2% to zero and the “Axe the... Read More.

McPherson Opera House Announces Invitation to Bid for Heritage Trust Fund Project

Monday, December 30

By the McPherson Opera House McPHERSON, Kan. (Dec. 11, 2025) — The McPherson Opera House is thrilled to announce the start of the bidding process for our newly funded project, made possible by the Heritage Trust Fund grant. This project offers a remarkable opportunity for... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved November Bids, Projects Awarded in Allen, Anderson County

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd Among the bid awards from the November letting of the Kansas Department of Transportation were three in Allen and Anderson Counties. All three projects were awarded to Bettis asphalt and Construction of Topeka.Two of the projects are along US 59, one a... Read More.