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Brush Pile Likely Cause of March Fire that Destroyed Yates Center Nursing Home

Friday, May 2

YATES CENTER, Kan. — The Kansas State Fire Marshal's Office has classified a March 14th wildfire that spread to and destroyed Yates Center Health and Rehabilitation as incendiary, or human-caused.Although the full report wasn't able to be released by Woodson County Emergency Management due... Read More.

Lyons City Council Recognizes Parks and Grounds Superintendent Matt Detmer as March Employee of the Month, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, April 8

LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council at Monday's meeting approved a number of requests by the Lyons Chamber of Commerce connected with the Cinco De Mayo Celebration to be held Sunday, May 4. Among them is authorization to hold activities in Workman Park,... Read More.

Sunflower Electric Supply Receives Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce March Small Business Award

Friday, March 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — For more than seven decades, Sunflower Electric Supply has been a pillar of Reno County’s business community, evolving to meet the changing needs of electricians, contractors, and industries. The company’s roots trace back to 1950, when Edward Engler, a local... Read More.

The ReUse It Center Announces March Donations

Friday, March 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate $4,500 this month thanks to its shoppers and volunteers. The center donated $1,000 to Mennonite Relief Sale (not pictured) and $3,500 to the Mennonite Central Committee. The Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) is a global,... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s March Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Kelsey Otto

Wednesday, March 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Kelsey Otto, Eisenhower Elementary School second grade teacher as the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a different educator, from... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s March Classroom Hero Brittany Bontrager, Presented by Heartland Credit Union

Monday, March 24

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent Classroom Hero presented by Heartland Credit Union as Union Valley Elementary School fourth grade teacher Brittany Bontrager.Each month, Ad Astra Radio honors a different educator, selected from community nominations, to receive... Read More.

KDOT to Hold Meeting at Great Bend Recreation Center Thursday, March 27

Monday, March 24

GREAT BEND, Kan. (March 21, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Transportation will be holding a listening meeting in Great Bend on Thursday, March 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. over the Southwest Kansas Mobility and Expansion Strategy. This will be a chance... Read More.

City of Hutchinson to Begin Roadway Improvement Project on 30th Street Monday, March 24

Friday, March 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The City of Hutchinson will begin a roadway improvement project on W 30th Street between N Main St and N Adams starting Monday, March 24th. The project will involve the removal of the existing road, curb, and gutter on the north side... Read More.

City of Great Bend to Begin Work on Harrison Street by East Entrance of McDonalds Monday, March 24

Friday, March 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend will begin work on Harrison Street by the East Entrance of McDonald’s on Monday, March 24. City crews will be replacing the asphalt with concrete at this location, doing the work in three segments to reduce... Read More.

Golden Belt Community Foundation to Host Estate Planning Informational Session Thursday, March 27

Wednesday, March 19

LARNED, Kan. — The Golden Belt Community Foundation is hosting a FREE Estate Planning Workshop on March 27 from 11 to 1 p.m., at Glory Be, 623 Broadway, Larned, Kan.Learn how to plan your estate from a panel of experts: a Certified Public Accountant... Read More.

CBS Sunday Morning to Feature McPherson College Automotive Restoration Program March 16, 2025

Friday, March 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — CBS Sunday Morning will feature McPherson College’s Automotive Restoration program in an episode airing on March 16, 2025. The episode can be seen on CBS affiliate stations on Sunday at 8 a.m. Central Time and noon on the CBS News... Read More.

Landscaping for Hummingbirds Program Set for March 24

Wednesday, March 12

CHANUTE, Kan. — Feeding hummingbirds is an enjoyable summer backyard activity. Watching them hover to feed and spar with other hummingbirds for feeder space is fascinating and fun. The attractiveness of a yard to hummingbirds can be improved through the use of appropriate landscaping... Read More.