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ReUse It Center Donates $4,500 for the Month of July

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center, located at 120 S US Highway 81 Bypass in McPherson was able to donate a total of $4,500 for the month of July."When you shop in our store you help support those in need in our community,"... Read More.

Lyons Pharmacy Distributing Free School Supplies, Starting July 31

LYONS, Kan. — Lyons Pharmacy will be distributing free school supplies, beginning Monday, July 31 for students attending Central and Park Elementary Schools in Lyons. On Monday, Pre-K and Kindergarten will be the first that will get supplies, then 1st and 2nd graders on Tuesday,... Read More.

BPU Employee of the Month for July: Jeff Clark

By the McPherson Board of Public Utilities McPHERSON, Kan. —The McPherson Board of Public Utilities delivers some of the lowest-cost and most reliable power and water in the State. However, the BPU wouldn’t be able to do what it does as well as it does... Read More.

Tabor College Celebrating Newest Residence Hall July 28

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. – Tabor College will officially dedicate Jost Hall, its newest residence hall Friday, July 28, at 4:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend the ceremony, and an open house will follow. The ceremony will be held on the hall’s... Read More.

Capper Project Dedication Set for July 24

By the Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Hutchinson, Kan — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation, along with the Kansas State Fair set the date for the dedication of the Capper Project for Monday, July 24, 2023 at 3 PM at the House of Capper on the Kansas State... Read More.

Mastermind McPherson County Summit: July 27

MCPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has been out in the community, working to collect ideas, priorities and information about our communities. Starting in March they began a campaign to solicit opinions and priorities from McPherson County residents.Earlier this year many of... Read More.

Tickets on Sale July 14th for Downtown Hutch Uncorked for TECH

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Get ready for Downtown Hutch Uncorked for TECH, happening Friday, August 18th in Downtown Hutchinson.Stroll through local businesses in Downtown Hutch and sample a variety of red and white wines from vineyards across the U.S. – all carefully paired with hor... Read More.

Donors Needed in July to Prevent a Blood Shortage

KANSAS – The American Red Cross continues to see a concerning trend – blood donations are being sent to hospitals faster than they are coming in. The Red Cross has collected about 50,000 fewer blood donations than needed over the last two months. Donors... Read More.

Convoy of Hope Brings Help to Families in Need on July 29th

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Several Hutchinson churches are partnering to sponsor Convoy of Hope’s free drive-thru event on Saturday, July 29th, at 9 a.m. on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The mission is to bring help and hope to families in need.Rain or shine, Convoy of... Read More.

Reno County Commission Meetings Move to Wednesdays in July

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Effective July 2023, the Board of County Commissioners will now hold their regular meeting on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month. When there is a fifth Wednesday in any month, a regular meeting will be scheduled for the purpose... Read More.

Inaugural Chalk the Town Event Scheduled July 1st and 2nd in Hutchinson

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Downtown Hutch and the City of Hutchinson present the 2023 Chalk the Town in partnership with artist and Hutchinson teacher, Kara Vaughn. The event is inspired by the overwhelming response to Kara’s viral video. TikTok’s documenting her chalk art have attracted... Read More.

The Next Reno County Childcare Orientation Class is July 6th

Reno County, Kan. – The Reno County Health Department will be offering an orientation class for those interested in becoming a childcare provider. The class will be held at the Reno County Health Department back conference room on July 6th, 2023, from 2:00 pm... Read More.