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Larned City Council Authorizes Submission of CBDB Grant to Help Fund Larned Community Center Improvements

Tuesday, May 7

By Lucky Kidd LARNED, Kan. — The Larned City Council has authorized the submission of a Community Development Block Grant to help fund improvements to the Larned Community Center and two agreements related to the application. City Manager Brad Elits told the Council Monday one... Read More.

Bethany College Receives Grant from McPherson County Community Foundation to Launch Cadaver Dissection Program

Tuesday, May 7

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (April 15, 2024) — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has awarded a generous grant to establish a groundbreaking Cadaver Dissection Program at Bethany College. This initiative, made possible by the Foundation's unwavering support and distribution of the David... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Presents “Big Checks” to April Grant Recipients

Friday, May 3

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Over the last week McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has had plenty of chances to present ‘Big Checks’ to a few April Grant recipients. The Foundation also took the opportunity to talk with them... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces Executive Director Position Opening

Thursday, May 2

By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is excited to announce the search for a new Executive Director as Karly Frederick, the current Executive Director, prepares to embark on a new journey in pursuit of higher education... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Match Day Results

Thursday, May 2

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County residents came out in force Wednesday for the Hutchinson Community Foundation's Match Day, which raised donations of $376,936.13 from 1,355 gifts made to 45 funds within the Foundation.Foundation CEO Aubrey Abbott Patterson says the response this year... Read More.

Larned State Correctional Facility and Barton Community College Hold Learning Celebration

Tuesday, April 30

By Maggie Harris, Barton County Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College and Larned State Correctional Facility (LSCF) honored the achievements of LSCF residents at their annual learning celebration on April 10.Graduates were awarded their associate degree, high school diploma, or workforce training... Read More.

Senator Marshall Hosts Electric Providers and Greensburg Community Roundtable

Monday, April 29

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. GREENSBURG, Kan. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., met with municipal and cooperative electric providers to discuss the issues facing the industry as demand increases. These community leaders raised concerns regarding the Biden Administration’s new power... Read More.

Members of Campus Community Honored at Light and Life Awards

Monday, April 29

By McPherson College McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson College Student Government Association honored campus community members at the Light and Life Awards ceremony on Sunday, April 28, at the McPherson Community Building. The awards recognize excellence outside of the classroom and are awarded to students,... Read More.

Miss Kansas Competition to be held June 5, 6, 7, and 8, 2024 at Pratt Community College in Pratt, Kansas

Monday, April 22

By the Miss Kansas Organization PRATT, Kan. — Miss Kansas 2024 will be crowned on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at the 2024 Miss Kansas Competition. The Miss Kansas Organization (MKO) is proud to welcome 26 Miss Kansas delegates from the State of Kansas to the... Read More.

Barton Community College Announces Fall 2023 Graduates

Wednesday, April 17

By Barton Community College Barton Community College has announced its list of graduates who earned associate degrees or certificates for career training during the fall semester of 2023. In-State students: Belleville Ty Sothers, A.A.S.Burdett Rachel McJunkin, A.A. Elizabeth Rasmussen, A.S.Chapman Joshua Hettenbach, A.A.S. Dylan Meyer, A.S.Cheney Rylan Doshier, A.S.Clay Center Chayla Maichel, Child... Read More.

McPherson Board of Public Utilities Recognized for Reliable Electric Service to the Community

Tuesday, April 16

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Board of Public Utilities has received national recognition for achieving exceptional electric reliability in 2023 for performance in 2018-2022. The recognition comes from the American Public Power Association (APPA), a trade group that represents... Read More.

McPherson Community Brass Choir to Present Spring Concert Sunday, April 28

Tuesday, April 16

By the McPherson Community Brass Choir McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Community Brass Choir will present its Spring concert Sunday, April 28th at 7:00 p.m. at the McPherson Church of the Brethren. Admission is free. The 16-piece brass choir under the direction of Jerry Toews is... Read More.