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Great Bend Chamber Launches “Cups of Cheers” Week to Spread Holiday Cheer & Strengthen Connections

Thursday, December 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents, members, newcomers, and local businesses to join a special week of holiday hospitality with Cups of Cheers: Elevating Great Bend, One Warm Welcome at a Time. In the spirit of the... Read More.

Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre Launches Holiday Giving Promotion Beginning This Weekend

Tuesday, November 25

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson’s Historic Fox Theatre is kicking off the season of giving this weekend following Thanksgiving with a special community-focused promotion. Patrons who bring a non-perishable food item to the theatre will receive a free popcorn coupon—valid during the December Christmas Film... Read More.

KDHE Launches New Wastewater Monitoring Dashboard

Wednesday, November 19

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has launched its new Kansas Wastewater Monitor for Respiratory Viruses dashboard.This interactive tool offers the public, policymakers, researchers, and other partners access to information on the presence of viruses in Kansas communities. Community members will... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Launches Reverse Scholarship Program

Thursday, November 13

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) is pleased to announce the launch of its Reverse Scholarship Program, a new effort under the Foundation’s McPherson County Professional Recruitment (McPherson County CPR) initiative.McPherson County CPR is designed to attract and retain college or... Read More.

Let the Music Roll: Gilley’s Park City Launches December Concert Series

Friday, November 7

PARK CITY, Kan. — Gilley’s Park City is almost ready to open its doors and welcome guests to the ultimate country-western entertainment experience. The Grand Opening celebration begins Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., and Gilley’s is rolling out an exciting concert... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 Launches Online Survey on Facility Planning

Thursday, November 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson USD 418 has opened an online survey to provide additional feedback on facility planning for the district. This follows up on the work of a facility study committee, open houses held in October, and a phone survey commissioned by the... Read More.

Prairie View Launches Community Needs Assessment Across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson Counties

Tuesday, October 28

NEWTON, Kan. — Prairie View, Inc. has launched a new Community Needs Assessment survey to better understand and address the behavioral health needs of residents across Harvey, Marion, and McPherson counties.The survey, available in both English and Spanish, is open from October 27 through... Read More.

Kids Collective Launches, Strengthens Reno County’s Child Care System

Tuesday, September 2

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A new nonprofit is now up and running to address the critical challenges facing Reno County’s childcare system. Kids Collective Child Care Network, born out of the work of the Reno County Child Care Task Force, will provide long-term, sustainable solutions... Read More.

City of Newton Launches Newton Next, New Comprehensive Planning Process

Friday, August 29

NEWTON, Kan. — The City of Newton has begun its new comprehensive planning initiative, Newton Next.The community-centered effort will update the previous plan, ReNewton, which was developed in 2010. The plan will serve as a roadmap for how the city grows, preserves its unique... Read More.

Safehope Launches Matching Gift Challenge

Monday, August 4

NEWTON, Kan. (August 1, 2025) — This August, your impact goes even further! Thanks to the generous support of the Patterson Family Foundation, every donation made to the Safehope Victim Services Fund will be matched up to 50 percent! That means every dollar you give... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Launches “$35 for 35” Fundraiser in Honor of ADA’s 35th Anniversary

Wednesday, July 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 21, 2025) – In honor of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Beyond Barriers has launched a community challenge: $35 for 35. The goal is to raise $3,500 through 100 donations of just $35 each by Aug. 1—a small ask... Read More.

Smoky Valley USD 400 Launches Search for New Superintendent

Wednesday, February 19

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The process of hiring a new Superintendent of Schools for Smoky Valley USD 400 has begun.Current Superintendent Heath Hogan is leaving to become the Superintendent of Salina USD 305, which was announced Monday.As part of the process, USD 400 is asking... Read More.