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Kansas Largest Night Rodeo Starts Tonight in Pretty Prairie

Wednesday, July 16

PRETTY PRARIE, Kan. (July 16, 2025) - Dusty Tacha, President of the Pretty Prairie Rodeo, and Justin Rumford came in this morning to talk about the largest night rodeo in the state.Tonight through Saturday night, they will have a great show, featuring mutton bustin',... Read More.

Salina Rescue Mission Announces $50,000 Matching Challenge in June

Friday, June 13

SALINA, Kan. — Homelessness is rising nationally, with an 18% increase over the past year due to escalating housing costs and inflation according to the Salina Rescue Mission. This trend is evident in Salina, where the Salina Rescue Mission witnesses its effects daily.In 2024,... Read More.

Corn and soybean planting starts in MO Bootheel

Wednesday, March 26

A Missouri Bootheel farmer started planting corn and soybeans this week, striving to make decent progress ahead of weekend rains. “We should be between 10 to 20 percent planted by the end of the week.” Barry Bean says good soil moisture should give the... Read More.

First $10 billion in ECAP funding starts Wednesday

Tuesday, March 18

The USDA is releasing the first $10 billion in Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) funds starting Wednesday. In a call with reporters Tuesday, USDA deputy undersecretary Brooke Appleton says this is part of the $30 billion in ad-hoc and disaster relief assistance authorized through the... Read More.

City of Great Bend Lead and Copper Door to Door Survey Starts Monday, Feb. 24th

Friday, February 21

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend, in partnership with JEO Consulting Group, will be conducting in-person visits to homes and businesses as part of a federally mandated Water Service Line Inventory. These visits are crucial for ensuring compliance with new regulations... Read More.

Bullpup Basketball Starts 2025 Splitting vs. Mulvane

Tuesday, January 14

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School basketball started the 2025 calendar year at the McPherson Roundhouse Friday, Jan. 10 with a double-header against the Mulvane Wildcats.Girls: Mulvane 50, McPherson 32The Bullpups had a terrific start to their game vs. Mulvane after struggling to start the... Read More.

Blue Dragon Volleyball Classic Starts Today at Sports Arena

Friday, September 20

By Hutchinson CC Sports InformationHUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - The 2024 Blue Dragon Volleyball Classic opens today at the Hutchinson Sports Arena with Day 1 matches beginning at 3 p.m.The Blue Dragon Volleyball Team (9-7) plays McCook Community College at 3 p.m. today and Iowa... Read More.

Larks Men’s Golf Starts Season in Oklahoma City

Wednesday, August 28

By Hesston College Athletics RESULTSOKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. (HCLarks.com) - The Hesston College golf team, led by first-year head coach Christian Ghilardi, opened up their fall season at the UC Ferguson Classic hosted by Oklahoma City University at Lincoln Park West on August... Read More.

Blue Dragon Football Starts at No. 3 in NJCAA Preseason Poll

Tuesday, August 20

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - The Hutchinson Community College football team earns its sixth-straight Top 5 preseason pick in the national polls on Monday as the defending KJCCC champion Blue Dragons open the 2024 season ranked No. 3 in the... Read More.

Woods Richardson Gets First Win in 8 Starts as Twins Top Royals 4-2

Wednesday, May 29

WRITTEN BY MIKE COOK - ASSOCIATED PRESSMINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Simeon Woods Richardson earned his first win in eight starts, Jose Miranda drove in two runs and the Minnesota Twins beat the Kansas City Royals 4-2 on Tuesday night.Minnesota, winners of six of their last... Read More.

K-State Track & Field Starts Postseason with Three-Day Big 12 Championship

Thursday, May 9

Day one on Friday begins at 11:30 a.m.WACO, Texas (KStateSports.com) – The K-State track and field teams start the postseason this week with the Big 12 Championship from Thursday-Saturday (May 9-11) in Waco, Texas at the Clyde Hart Track and Field Stadium.All three... Read More.

Lugo Gets 5th Win in 7 Starts, Massey Adds 3-Run HR as Royals Beat Blue Jays 6-1

Thursday, May 2

BY IAN HARRISON - ASSOCIATED PRESSTORONTO (AP) — Seth Lugo pitched seven strong innings to win for the fifth time in seven starts, Michael Massey hit a three-run home run and the Kansas City Royals beat the Toronto Blue Jays 6-1 on Wednesday.Bobby Witt... Read More.