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McPherson Hospital, Lindsborg Community Hospital, and Mercy Hospital Seeking Community Input on Local Conditions that Impact Health in McPherson County

Tuesday, November 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Hospital, Lindsborg Community Hospital, and Mercy Hospital are collaborating to gather community input on healthcare delivery and unmet needs in the county. This is part of their 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment.Over the coming months, these hospitals will work together... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development Presents Entrepreneurial Mindset Classes to Empower Local Entrepreneurs

Wednesday, November 6

By Great Bend Economic Development, Inc. GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development is excited to announce the launch of its 2025 "Entrepreneurial Mindset" classes, in partnership with NetWork Kansas, starting January 8. This program aims to inspire Barton County residents to adopt an... Read More.

Hutch Chamber to Host Local Civics Bee

Friday, November 1

By the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce has launched the 2025 National Civics Bee, which of the 2025 National Civics Bee, an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute... Read More.

Community Foundation Joins Nationwide Celebration to Recognize the Local Impact of Community Foundations

Friday, November 1

By McPherson County Community Foundation TOPEKA, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation will join in a nationwide celebration, November 12-18, 2024, to recognize the increasingly important role these philanthropic organizations play in fostering local collaboration and innovation to address persistent civic and economic challenges.For... Read More.

McPherson County Voters to Have No Contested Local Race on Tuesday General Election Ballot

Thursday, October 31

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson County voters will have no contested local races on their ballot Tuesday, as all candidates are unopposed. One of those candidates is David Bohnenblust of McPherson, who is the only candidate for 2nd District County Commissioner to succeed... Read More.

Help Buhler Mennonite Church Package 50,000 Meals for Local Food Banks

Friday, October 25

By Buhler Mennonite Church HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Help is needed to package 50,000 meals in one day. Each meal will be used to address local food security by donation to local food banks. Buhler Mennonite Church and IdeaTek are partnering with The... Read More.

Govenor Kelly Announces Second Round of Water Local Consult Meetings

Thursday, September 5

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment KANSAS — Governor Laura Kelly announced today the dates for the second round of local consult meetings to gather input on strategies for implementing the 2022 Kansas Water Plan. The September meetings will build on the first... Read More.

Ad Astra Acquires Local Hutchinson Billboards, Continues Legacy of Success

Tuesday, August 27

By QB Enterprises, LLC HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio has recently acquired a local billboard network previously managed by QB Enterprises, LLC. Ad Astra, a prominent local media company, made this strategic move to expand its advertising capabilities and strengthen its presence in the local... Read More.

Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board Awards 17 Local Students Scholarships

Monday, August 26

By McPherson Center for Health McPHERSON, Kan. — The Evaline Hess Healthcare Career Education Fund Scholarship Board has proudly awarded 17 scholarships to local students pursuing careers in the health care industry.Each year, a dedicated trustee board carefully selects recipients from a pool of both... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Police Department Purchase of Handheld Narcotics Analyzer, Agree to $19K Toward Local Match on McPherson Airport Projects

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Bids from three companies for rehabilitation of houses at 1115 South Chestnut and 1208 South Walnut were opened during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting. These projects are funded through a Community Development Block Grant.S&A Construction of Topeka had the... Read More.

Bethany College Art Department Hosts Exhibit by Local Artist Irene Nielsen

Thursday, August 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College is pleased to announce an upcoming art exhibit featuring the works of Irene Nielsen, running from August 26 to September 27, 2024, at the Mingenback Art Center on the Bethany College campus. The exhibit is free and... Read More.

United Way of Reno County Announces Grant Funding for Local Food and Shelter Programs

Monday, June 17

By United Way of Reno County RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Emergency Food and Shelter National Board Program has chosen to award Reno County non-profits $16,494 to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the area.Under the terms of the grants, local governmental or private... Read More.