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Walker Named Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Sterling College

Monday, September 1

STERLING, Kan. (August 20, 2025) — Sterling College has named Dr. John Walker as provost and executive vice president for academic affairs. In this role, Walker will serve as the senior academic officer of the College and a member of the President’s Cabinet. He... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Names Graham Klemme as New Executive Director

Tuesday, May 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (May 19, 2025) — StartUp Hutch, Reno County’s leading advocate for entrepreneurs and small businesses, has named Graham Klemme as its new Executive Director. Klemme brings a wealth of national experience in early-stage entrepreneurship, community building, and innovation to the organization.Originally from... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs First in Nation Executive Order to Ensure Federal Benefits Belong to Foster Care Youth

Monday, January 13

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive Order 25-01, which aims to reform how federal benefits are allocated to foster youth. This executive order is the first of its kind in the nation and seeks to end... Read More.

McPherson County Public Works Director Terminated Following Executive Session at Conclusion of County Commission Meeting Sept. 30

Monday, September 30

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works Director Tom Kramer was terminated, effective immediately, by McPherson County Commissioners Monday. The termination came following a brief executive session at the conclusion of their weekly meeting. No explanation was given by Commissioners when... Read More.

Cancer Council of Reno County Announces New Executive Director

Friday, August 16

By the Cancer Council of Reno County HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cancer Council of Reno County is pleased to announce Ashley Thompson as its new Executive Director! Ashley brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her new role, having served as the Director of... Read More.

Lindsborg Museum Hires New Executive Director

Friday, August 9

By the Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum LINDSBORG, Kan. (Aug. 8, 2024) — The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum is excited to announce the hiring of its new Executive Director – Aubrey Wheeler, who started on August 1, 2024.Wheeler said she... Read More.

McPherson Opera House Executive Director Karissa Hoffman to Resign, Effective Aug. 9

Saturday, July 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Opera House released a statement on Friday on social media that Executive Director Karissa Hoffman has given her resignation to Board President Denise O'Connor-Munsey, effective Aug. 9, 2024."While the Opera House is sad to see Karissa leave, she is... Read More.

Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director to Retire, Effective Aug. 21, 2024

Wednesday, July 24

By Brenna Eller IOLA, Kan. — Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director Robin Schallie announced today that she will be retiring from her position effective Aug. 21, 2024. Taking over as Executive Director will be Kelly Sigg.In a letter addressed to Chamber... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces New Executive Director Joy McBee

Monday, July 22

By Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — The Rice County Community Foundation is thrilled to announce Joy McBee as its new Executive Director. With more than 20 years of experience in non-profit leadership, Joy brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven... Read More.

KSHSAA Executive Board Approves Several Postseason Changes

Thursday, June 13

-- KSHSAA RELEASE -- TOPEKA, Kan. (KSHSAACovered.com) – Changes to postseason formats and championship sites for basketball, football, wrestling and track and field highlight actions approved at the June 12-13 KSHSAA Executive Board Meeting. The postseason formats are set by the KSHSAA Executive Board... Read More.

Fmr. Executive Pleads Guilty After Losing Bank’s $47.1 Million in Crypto Scheme

Thursday, May 23

By the United States Attorney's Office - District of Kansas WICHITA, Kan. – A Kansas man pleaded guilty today to using his position as a bank executive to embezzle millions of dollars causing the bank to fail at a complete loss of equity for... 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.