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FHSU Partners with Kansas’ 19 Community Colleges on New Scholarship Program

Friday, December 12

HAYS, Kan. — During a recent gathering of Kansas Community College presidents held at Garden City Community College, Dennis King, Fort Hays State University Associate Vice President for Enrollment Leadership, introduced a new scholarship program designed to provide funds to Kansas Community College presidents... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Accept Estimate for Water Park Upgrades, Approve Revised Contract with Kansas Set-Off Program

Tuesday, December 2

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday accepted a $23,224 estimate from McPherson Quality Air for work on water lines to the splash pad at the McPherson Water Park. This would isolate a dedicated water tank for the pad from the current water system... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $5.9M for KDOT Cost Share Program Projects

Tuesday, December 2

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly and Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) Secretary Calvin Reed today announced $5.9 million in awards for 10 transportation construction projects through KDOT’s fall 2025 Cost Share Program. This state investment will leverage nearly $3.3 million in community matching... Read More.

Kansas Child Care Zones Program Supports Communities Working to Address Local Child Care Issues

Monday, November 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment launched the Child Care Zones program in 2025 to support communities working to address local child care issues. A Child Care Zone is a self-defined geographic area (of at least two counties) that receives state-level support to... Read More.

Donanu’s program record scoring afternoon leads Barton women to high-output victory at Cloud County

Sunday, November 23

The Barton Community College women's basketball team rode a historic afternoon from Regina Donanu, outlasting Cloud County Community College 86–80 Saturday in Concordia to claim its first Jayhawk Conference victory of the season.Now 1–1 in league play and 3–5 overall, the Cougars used a... Read More.

TECH Brings Back Adopt-A-Client Program for the 2025 Holiday Season

Wednesday, November 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Embrace the Spirit of Giving this Holiday Season! Our Adopt-a-Client Program is back, and we need your help to make this Christmas extra special for people we serve here at TECH! This season, you have the power to bring joy, warmth,... 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.

Inman’s Suttyn Harris Officially Signs with Utah Volleyball Program

Thursday, November 13

Inman High School’s Suttyn Harris has officially signed with Utah to continue her volleyball career at the Division I and Big 12 Conference level.Harris, a 5-foot-11 senior outside hitter, is an All-State selection in both volleyball and basketball.She injured her knee competing in a... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve 2026 Road Program

Monday, November 10

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved the 2026 road program. This year's program will, in addition to the 23.6 miles of asphalt mill and overlay on segments of road east of Elyria, south of Marquette and North of Galva, will include... Read More.

Frontier District Responds to Loss of SNAP-Ed Program with Renewed Commitment to Nutrition Education

Tuesday, November 4

For more than 30 years, the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education (SNAP-Ed) has helped individuals and families in Anderson, Franklin, and Osage counties make healthier food and lifestyle choices. The program, however, came to an end on September 30 after federal legislation... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Cash Incentive Program for Homeowners Relocating to McPherson

Tuesday, October 28

McPHERSON, Kan. — A cash incentive program for homeowners relocating to McPherson was approved by City Commissioners Tuesday. The program provides a cash incentive payment of $5,000 payable to the closing agent on behalf of the successful applicant provided the home and buyers are... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health’s High School Internship Program: Preparing the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals

Tuesday, October 21

McPHERSON, Kan. — The High School Internship Program at McPherson Center for Health provides local students with hands-on healthcare experience while addressing staffing needs in critical entry-level roles. Since expanding in 2023, more than 30 seniors from McPherson High School have participated, and several... Read More.