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State of Kansas August Total Tax Collections at $692.3 Million; 3.9% Above Estimate

Thursday, September 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends August 2025 with total tax collections at $692.3 million. That is $26.2 million, or 3.9%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 4.0% from August 2024. “This month’s stronger-than-expected tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

The ReUse It Center Announces August Volunteer of the Month and Donations

Wednesday, August 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center announced its Volunteer of the Month today as well as the donations for August.August Volunteer of the Month: Kathy BerryBerry has been a volunteer at the Center for nine years. She started working at the ReUse It... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Releases $35K in August

Thursday, August 21

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation and the Moundridge Foundation have announced their grant recipients for August 2025. This cycle the Foundation released over $35,000 to organizations across the county. These distributions came from four different community funds. McPherson County General Grants Galva... Read More.

Lyons City Council Addresses Budget, Safety, and Infrastructure Updates

Monday, August 18

Lyons City Council Meeting Highlights 8/18/25 LYONS, Kan. — The budget hearing for the city of Lyons will be held Sept. 2, although an action during Monday's City Council meeting was made to change it. The budget is being re-published to take care of an... Read More.

Governor Kelly Proclaims August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month

Tuesday, August 12

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Aug. 1, 2025) — In recognition of the important role farmers’ markets play in Kansas communities, Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month.In both urban centers and rural communities, farmers’ markets give consumers access to fresh, locally grown produce... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves New Flock Camera, Hears Update on Next Community Cleanup Day August 9th

Tuesday, August 5

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday approved renewal of the subscription for the two Flock Cameras they now have and purchase of a third camera. Director of Public Safety Terry Reed said the cameras, which read and record license tag information, have... Read More.

Salina Rescue Mission Needs List from August 1st – 31st, 2025

Thursday, July 31

SALINA, Kan. (July 31, 2025) — The Salina Rescue Mission is requesting monthly donations for select items this month. Items Needed for August:Deodorant Kleenex ShampooDonations may be delivered seven days a week between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. to the Mission located at... Read More.

Road Closure at 14th Avenue (Old Highway 81) North of McPherson from August 4-14

Wednesday, July 30

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Starting Monday, a one-mile section of 14th Avenue (Old Highway 81) north of McPherson will be closed for a pipeline repair project. The closure, currently scheduled to last through Aug. 14, is from Mohawk Road, or the north end of... Read More.

2025 KCAC Football Virtual Media Day Scheduled for August 11

Tuesday, July 29

KANSAS (KCACSports.com) - The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) will conduct a virtual media day for the 2025 football season, the conference office announced Tuesday. The event will take place Monday, August 11, starting at 9 AM CST. The 2025 KCAC Football Virtual Media Day... Read More.

“Camp with the Champs” – Barton Men’s Basketball Offering Basketball Camps August 6-7

Monday, July 28

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - The Barton Community College men's basketball program is offering basketball camps August 6-7 for youth grades 2nd through 8th."Camp with the Champs" is open to girls and boys of all skill levels in a two-day event offering a one-of-a-kind... Read More.

Join the August Thrive Allen County Community Conversations

Friday, July 11

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The August sessions of Thrive Allen County Community Conversations have been announced. The sessions will be on Tuesday August 5th at 6 Pm at the Iola High School Science building, and Tuesday July 19th at 6:30 PM at the Elsmore... Read More.

24th Annual Festival of Remembrance Scheduled for August 15 at a New Location, the 1861 Club

Tuesday, July 8

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 24th annual Festival of Remembrance, a yearly fundraising auction to benefit Hospice & Homecare of Reno County, has been scheduled for 6 PM, Friday, August 15th at the 1861 Club.This night of fun includes silent and live auctions, raffle drawings... Read More.