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TECH Artists’ Commissioned for Hutchinson Community College Pieces

Wednesday, July 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (TECHInc.org) - If there is a Hutchinson Community College sporting event happening in Hutchinson, you can almost guarantee that Jeff Emrick and Casey McLain are in the stands, rooting for the Dragons! Earlier in 2023, when Denny Stoecklein, Director of Marketing and... Read More.

Community Continues Overwhelming Support for Local Teacher, Carla Goertzen

Monday, July 3

BUHLER, Kan. – “If there was an angel on earth, it would be her.” That is how Buhler Grade School teacher Carla Goertzen is described by local business owner and Buhler Chamber of Commerce representative Shelly Bartel. The chamber is partnering with local businesses to... Read More.

Buhler Community Foundation Accepting Proposals for 2023 Fund

Monday, July 3

BUHLER, Kan. – The Buhler Community Foundation (BCF) is now accepting proposals for the 2023 Fund for Buhler grant cycle. Proposals may be submitted online through August 15.Each year, BCF awards grants for programs demonstrating innovative ideas or critical needs, which can range from... Read More.

Sterling’s Old Fashioned 4th Opens with Community Theatre Comedy this Weekend

Wednesday, June 28

STERLING, Kan. – “Disaster! A 70s Disaster Movie Musical” will have you laughing out loud and dancing in your seat. Filled with 1970s music, Sterling Community Theatre Troupe presents the jukebox musical comedy this weekend leading up to the Sterling Old Fashioned 4th of... Read More.

KDHE Awards 17 Chronic Disease Risk Reduction Community Grantees

Tuesday, June 27

TOPEKA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment’s (KDHE) Community Health Promotion program is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s Chronic Disease Risk Reduction (CDRR) Community Grant. In total, the SFY 2024 CDRR program covers: 17 grantees, 29 counties and... Read More.

K-State Selects Locations for 2023-2024 Community Visits, Celebrates First Year of Success Across the State

Thursday, June 22

MANHATTAN, Kan. — K-State continues traveling the state. Kansas State University is gearing up for the second year of presidential community visits across Kansas. The regional community visit initiative focuses on the people of Kansas and their communities. K-State is visiting multiple communities... Read More.

Interfaith Housing and Community Services Receives Donation to Assist with Veteran Housing Project

Tuesday, June 20

SOUTH HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Plans are moving forward for Interfaith Housing and Community Services’ Veteran Housing Project in South Hutchinson, thanks in part to a recent $20,000 donation from Cargill and the Central Kansas Veteran Community Partnership (CKVCP).A formal check presentation was made on... Read More.

Early Childhood Task Force Seeking Public Input During Statewide Community Engagement Tour

Monday, June 19

TOPEKA, Kan. (KASB) – School leaders, educators and advocates and other Kansans will be able to provide input on the future of childcare and early childhood development through public meetings during the last week of June.Gov. Laura Kelly’s Early Childhood Transition Task Force is... Read More.

McPherson Community Foundations Announces June Grant Recipients

Friday, June 9

MCPHERSON, Kan. – The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has announced recipients of the June grants cycle.This cycle is the last for the Foundation’s 2022-23 fiscal year. The amount given from the unrestricted fund and the David Nutt Fund for Lindsborg this year totals... Read More.

Hutchinson TikToker Turns to Community

Monday, June 5

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A Hutchinson-based tenant and chalk artist is turning to her online community for help in finding a new home after her chalk art ended up causing issues between her and her landlord.Kara Vaughn of Hutchinson is known for sharing videos of... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces Valarie Taylor as Community Impact Coordinator

Tuesday, May 30

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – United Way of Reno County is pleased to announce the promotion of Valerie Taylor to the role of Community Impact Coordinator. Prior to this, Valerie was the program manager for Reno Connections through United Way in partnership with the Hutchinson Public... Read More.

McPherson Community Foundation Announces List of County Scholarship Winners

Thursday, May 11

MCPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson County Community Foundation has announced its list of scholarship winners from throughout the county. The Foundation's scholarship process utilized a new system for students to apply through and saw increased participation from students countywide. This year 32 scholarships were... Read More.