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Trio of Cougars record multi-win efforts at UNK Younes Hospitality Open

Sunday, November 23

The Barton Community College wrestling team wrapped up its November slate Saturday at the annual UNK Younes Hospitality Open inside the Sportsplex in Kearney, Nebraska. Competing in the freshman and sophomore Amateur Bracket, the Cougars produced a 17-35 overall record against a deep field... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state.“Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

Storm Recovery Efforts Underway in McPherson County Amid Power Outages and Flooding

Tuesday, June 17

The McPherson Board of Public Utilities has all available crews working to restore power as quickly and safely as possible as of just before 6:30 AM they were aware of about 500 customer outages and are down to about 150 with most of these... Read More.

Plevna Tornado Recovery Efforts Continue, Next Steps Underway

Tuesday, June 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — In the weeks following the devastating tornado that struck Plevna and surrounding areas of Reno County, families, local organizations, and volunteers have come together in remarkable ways to begin the long road to recovery. To date, an estimated 522 tons of... Read More.

$250k Goal for Reno County Tornado Recovery Efforts & Upcoming Benefit Event

Friday, May 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The United Way of Reno County, in partnership with the Reno County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD), has fully launched fundraising efforts to help the Plevna and Reno County residents recover from the recent tornado—and they are asking for the... Read More.

Efforts Throughout Lineup Help 22nd Ranked Cougars Hold Off Cloud County 90-84

Thursday, January 30

BOX SCOREGREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - If the 22nd ranked Barton Community College men's basketball team proved anything Wednesday night, the Cougars' depth and ability to crank it up on a moment's notice paid off in breaking away late for a 90-84 home... Read More.

Lindsborg Residents Applaud Effective Snow Removal Efforts Amidst City Initiatives

Thursday, January 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Unlike the intense criticism heaped upon McPherson city officials on social media regarding snow and ice removal from storms earlier this month, it was a generally different story in Lindsborg where residents were for the most part pleased with snow and... Read More.

K-State, Kansas Health Foundation Team Up for Statewide Efforts to End Hunger

Wednesday, October 23

By Lindley Lund (K-State News), Chase Willhite (Kansas Health Foundation) MANHATTAN AND WICHITA, Kan. — Kansas State University and the Kansas Health Foundation, or KHF, are joining forces in a new partnership and funding opportunity aimed at ending hunger at the community level across Kansas.This... Read More.

Hays, Russell Sue Edwards County Over Efforts to Block Water Transfer Project

Friday, October 18

Hays bought a ranch in Edwards County to supplement its municipal water supply. It argues regulations imposed by county officials are designed to stymie the project. By Allison Kites, Kansas Reflector Two western Kansas towns are accusing a neighboring county of interfering with their efforts to... Read More.

Despite Fuentes’ Best Efforts, Men’s Soccer Warriors Lose to Second Place Yotes

Friday, October 18

BOX SCORESALINA, Kan. (SCWarriors.com) - For sixty-five minutes of play, Marcelo Fuentes nearly single-handedly kept the Warriors in the match against Kansas Wesleyan University. Sterling found themselves down 1-0 at halftime after a late goal gave the second place Yotes the lead. Fuentes... Read More.

Efforts of Emergency Personnel Highlighted During Crash Responder Safety Week, Nov. 13-17

Thursday, November 9

By the Kansas Department of Transportation TOPEKA, Kan. — More than 80,000 vehicles are involved in crashes across Kansas each year, with emergency responders putting their personal safety at risk at every scene. With that in mind, “Protect Those Who Protect You” is the theme... Read More.

Kansas to Travel to Illinois for Charity Game Benefiting Maui Wildfire Relief Efforts

Monday, August 21

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Kansas men’s basketball will travel to the University of Illinois and partner with the Fighting Illini in a charity exhibition game set for Oct. 29 at State Farm Center, with proceeds from the game being donated to the Hawai’i Community... Read More.