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2023 Kansas State Fair Veterans Breakfast

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Each year the Kansas State Fair hosts a Veterans' Breakfast where those who have served their country in the armed forces are honored. At the 2023 breakfast Wednesday it was necessary to change speakers due to illness of the... Read More.

Sept. 11 Dillons Dollar Day at the State Fair

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — One of the most popular days at the fair is here...Dillons dollar day! Either get into the fair for free with your Dillons Plus Card or for $1 per person.If you don't have a physical card, you can use... Read More.

Great Start for the 2023 Kansas State Fair

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan.  — The 2023 Kansas State Fair is off to a good start. Fair Board members were told Sunday just over 35,000 people went through the gates Saturday, with close to 5,000 attending the Carly Pearce-Megan Moroney concert Saturday night. Pearce... Read More.

Governor Kelly Appoints State Representatives Kuether and French to KCC

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly announced she has appointed former longtime State Representative Annie Kuether and reappointed Andrew French to serve on the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC). These appointments will be submitted to the Kansas State Senate for confirmation.“Representative... Read More.

Young at Heart Day: Kansas State Fair 2023

By Brenna Eller  HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The first day of the Kansas State Fair starts today and because it is Young at Heart Day, adults ages 55 and older will get in for $2 at the gates. The day is sponsored by Kansas Department for... Read More.

Maxwell Lake Drowning Victim Identified

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff Department has identified that the man that was discovered at Maxwell State Lake on Saturday, Sep. 2 is that of 61-year-old Randy B. Gepner of McPherson. In a release sent out today, Captain Jordan Baxter from the McPherson... Read More.

Body Found at Maxwell State Lake, Under Investigation

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. --- A body of an adult white male was found this morning at McPherson State Fishing Lake near Maxwell Game Preserve north of Canton. It's believed this is a drowning, but details are not immediately available. McPherson County Sheriff's... Read More.

State Fair Employment/Volunteer and Camping Opportunities

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Do you Love the Kansas State Fair and want to get in FREE? Are you looking for Community Service hours? Request to be a volunteer for the Kansas State Fair.There are many part-time, seasonal and volunteer positions... Read More.

Kansas Wins Season Opener 48-17 Against Missouri State

LAWRENCE, Kan. — Kansas scored six touchdowns, including four on the ground by four different running backs, as the Jayhawks defeated Missouri State 48-17 in the season opener at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium on Friday night.BOX SCOREKansas quarterback Jason Bean threw for 276... Read More.

Tyson Foods, Inc. – New Sponsor at the Kansas State Fair

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair welcomes Tyson Foods, Inc., as a new multi-year Sponsor and Partner!  The renowned food processor is supporting the Brand-New “Grand Size” high-definition LED media screen on the west side of the Nex-Tech Grandstand.The... Read More.