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The ReUse It Center Announces August Volunteer of the Month and Donations

Wednesday, August 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center announced its Volunteer of the Month today as well as the donations for August.August Volunteer of the Month: Kathy BerryBerry has been a volunteer at the Center for nine years. She started working at the ReUse It... Read More.

Sturgeon Plumbing and Air Conditioning Receive Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber Small Business of the Month Award

Wednesday, August 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber is pleased to present the August Small Business of the Month Award to Sturgeon Plumbing and Air Conditioning.Ron Sturgeon began his career at Stevens, Inc., where he worked for 16 years. But the day after his youngest... Read More.

Governor Kelly Proclaims August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month

Tuesday, August 12

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Aug. 1, 2025) — In recognition of the important role farmers’ markets play in Kansas communities, Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month.In both urban centers and rural communities, farmers’ markets give consumers access to fresh, locally grown produce... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Adopt Six Month Moratorium on New Data Centers in Unincorporated Areas

Monday, August 4

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners have adopted a six-month moratorium on new data centers in the unincorporated areas of McPherson County. As initially presented by Planning and Zoning Administrator Jon Kinsey, the moratorium would have been through January 1, 2028, but following... Read More.

The ReUse It Center Announces Volunteer of the Month and July Donations

Tuesday, July 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center announced its Volunteer of the Month, which was awarded to Alvin Hett of Hillsboro. The Center was able to donate $4,500 to local organizations this month. The two organizations that received donations were Celebrate Recovery and Steps... Read More.

Resurfacing on U.S. 59 to begin in Allen County Later this Month

Monday, July 14

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) resurfacing project on U.S. 59 in Allen County is scheduled to begin the week of July 21.The project will resurface U.S. 59 with ultrathin bonded asphalt for just over 21 miles from the Neosho/Allen... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

ReUse It Center Donations for the Month of May

Wednesday, May 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to donate a total of $4,500 this month thanks to its shoppers and volunteers. The organizations that the business donated to were Habitat for Humanity and The Omega Project.Habitat for Humanity McPherson Area Habitat for Humanity is... 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.

Lyons City Council Discusses Chicken Ordinance Updates, Approves Other Items, Recognizes Amy Leiker as Employee of the Month

Tuesday, March 4

LYONS, Kan. — Changes to chicken rules in Lyons were discussed by the Lyons Council Monday. In reviewing the ordinance now in place, City Administrator Troy Houtman told the Lyons City Council Monday while the ordinance itself is solid there are some changes that... Read More.

State Farm Insurance – Greg West Agency Named Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce February Small Business of the Month

Wednesday, February 26

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Greg West started his agency in June 2000 after years with State Farm. Coming from a family in the business, he wanted to own his own agency and help people in times of need. His office at 216 E. 30th... Read More.

Bethany Athletic Trainer Abe Noll Earns KCAC Game Changer of the Month Honors for January

Thursday, February 13

WICHITA, Kan. (BethanySwedes.com) - The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) and Commissioner Ted Breidenthal are pleased to announce the Game One "Game Changers of the Month" for the month of January.The Game Changer of the Month recognition celebrates and highlights KCAC student-athletes and staff... Read More.