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Allen Community College Music Students Perform Winter Recital

Friday, December 5

IOLA, Kan. (Dec. 4, 2025) — Allen Community College music students showcased their talents during the ACC Winter Recital on Dec. 4 in the Fishpond on the Iola campus.The program featured piano, vocal and instrumental performances from the studios of Treca Jackson, Kelly Baker... Read More.

Partnership with Kansas State University Allows McPherson College Students to Begin Work on Master’s Degrees

Monday, November 24

McPHERSON, Kan. — Students at McPherson College will now have the opportunity to begin working toward master's degrees in two health care fields through a new partnership with Kansas State University.The agreement allows eligible McPherson College undergraduates to take graduate-level courses at K-State that... Read More.

McPherson College to Add Competitive Dance in 2026

Sunday, November 23

McPherson, Kan - Competitive Dance will return as McPherson College's 21st varsity program beginning in the 2026-27 season. The Bulldog Dance Team will join the expanding spirit program, alongside the current competitive cheerleading team, and will be led by Director of Spirit Programs Antonio Snyder.Snyder... Read More.

Neosho Men’s Basketball Dominates Jefferson College

Friday, November 21

Chanute, KS — Neosho County Men's Basketball continued its strong early-season form with a commanding 86–42 win over Jefferson College on their home court. From start to finish, the Panthers controlled the pace, defended with intensity, and showcased efficient scoring across the roster. Standout PerformancesRead More.

Allen Community College Joins Statewide ESU Articulation Agreement to Expand Transfer Pathways

Friday, November 21

IOLA, Kan. (Nov. 18, 2025) — Allen Community College today announced its participation in a historic statewide articulation agreement with Emporia State University, making it easier for graduates of Allen and the 18 other Kansas community colleges to seamlessly transfer into designated bachelor’s programs... Read More.

Panthers Women’s Basketball Surge Late to Beat Jefferson College 73–60 in Home Opener

Thursday, November 20

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Neosho County Panthers showed exactly what #94feetofchaos looks like on opening night, storming back from an early deficit and exploding in the second half to defeat Jefferson College 73–60 at home on Tuesday night.Jefferson came out firing, taking a 20–16 first-quarter lead... Read More.

McPherson College Shotgun Competes in the USA College Clay Target League National Championship

Thursday, November 20

Bunker Hill, Ill. — The Shotgun Sports team participated in the USA College Clay Target League National Championship earlier this month in Bunker Hill, Illinois. The competition consisted of two days of trapshooting with each athlete shooting at 100 targets (4 rounds of 25) each... Read More.

Area Athletes Sign with College Athletic Programs

Wednesday, November 19

Four area athletes will compete in athletics at the two-year and four-year levels.Buhler High School senior Kennedee Applegate signed a letter of intent to play women’s soccer at Pratt Community College.“We proudly congratulate Kennedee Applegate on her signing with Pratt Community College, where she... Read More.

Barton Women’s Basketball drops home opener to No. 15 Grayson College

Saturday, November 15

The Barton Community College women's basketball team had its Fleske Fieldhouse debut spoiled Friday afternoon, falling 79–53 to 15th-ranked Grayson College in the opening day of the annual Best Western Angus Inn/Cougar Booster Club Classic.The setback — Barton's second loss of the season to... Read More.

Five McPherson High School Seniors Sign to College Activities in First Signing Day of Year

Thursday, November 13

McPHERSON, Kan. - Five McPherson High School students signed their official letters of intent to participate in college athletics or activities on Wednesday, Nov. 12.Below are the five students who signed the dotted line on Wednesday. All pictures are credited to McPherson Athletics Director Shane... Read More.

Hesston Powerlifting Competes at College Throwdown

Wednesday, November 12

GREENVILLE, Ill. – The Hesston College powerlifting team made a strong showing at the College Throwdown hosted by Greenville University on Saturday (Nov. 7) where they competed against Ottawa University and Greenville. Every Lark lifter achieved at least one personal best at the meet... Read More.

Tigers Volleyball Season Ends with Losses to College of the Ozarks and John Brown

Monday, November 10

The Central Christian College women's volleyball team closed out its final road stretch of the season this past weekend, taking on two tough SAC opponents in College of the Ozarks and John Brown University. Despite dropping both matches in straight sets, the Tigers showed grit,... Read More.