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McPherson County Commissioners Modify 2021 Special Use Permit, KDOT Traffic Study Requested on Old Highway 81 and Arrowhead Intersection West of Moundridge

Monday, June 30

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday adopted a resolution modifying a 2021 special use permit that will enable construction of a second home on a property near 9th and Pioneer Road between McPherson and Marquette.In 2021 the Planning Board approved a conditional... Read More.

Wild West Festival Announces Carnival Details, Festival Updates

Sunday, June 29

Continue Garry Moore Amusements to bring rides, games, and food for three-days during Fourth of July celebrations HAYS, Kan. — The Wild West Festival Committee has announced details of the much-anticipated return of a carnival to the annual Fourth of July weekend celebration, with Garry... Read More.

Cheney’s Josh Burdick Leads West to Shrine Bowl Win 26-8

Monday, June 23

DODGE CITY, Kan. - The West All-Stars won a windy Kansas Shrine Bowl 26-8 in Dodge City Saturday.The East led at halftime 8-7 as they looked to get their 2nd straight win. The West had a strong third quarter thanks to a pair of QB... Read More.

Carnival Returns to Enhance the Wild West Festival Experience

Wednesday, May 28

HAYS, Kan. — The Wild West Festival committee announced today the return of a carnival to the annual festivities with Garry Moore Amusement Carnival, enhancing the event with family-friendly entertainment and activities.Scheduled to run alongside the festival concerts, the carnival will operate from July... Read More.

Multiple Area Team Players Named to All-KJCCC West Division Baseball Honors

Thursday, May 15

COLBY, Kan. - The KJCCC released their All-Conference teams for the 2025 season Thursday, May 15. Multiple players from Barton Community College and Hutchinson Community College were honored as both teams were in Salina for the Plains District Tournament.CLICK HERE to view all of the... Read More.

Baseball Cats Break Home Run Record, Top No. 12 West Virginia

Monday, May 12

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) –K-State's record-breaking 90th home run came in poetic fashion, as Seth Dardar's grand slam capped a seven-run eighth-inning rally that propelled the Wildcats to a 14-9 triumph over No. 12 West Virginia in the series' rubber game on Senior... Read More.

No. 17 Barton Baseball Secures Program’s 12th Jayhawk West Title with Doubleheader Sweep of Dodge City

Monday, April 28

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Having title hopes disrupted on Thursday afternoon, the No. 17 Barton Community College baseball team had plenty to celebrate in their return to Lawson-Biggs Field on Sunday afternoon as the Cougars took care of home turf clinching the program's... Read More.

Barton CC’s Ethan Minaker Named KJCCC Baseball West Division Pitcher of the Week

Tuesday, April 15

COLBY, Kan. (KJCCC.org) - Four wins during a six-game week for Seward County Community College along with a conference series sweep for Barton Community College has led to Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Baseball West Division Player of the Week honors for Saint catcher... Read More.

West central Indiana farmer not backing off on inputs in 2025

Tuesday, April 15

A west central Indiana farmer says he’s not backing off on inputs in 2025. Kevin Cox says he’s not willing to take the risk. “We typically don’t play that game,” he says. “Generally, we’ve got a plan and we kind of work around with... Read More.

West central Indiana farmer still a week out from planting

Monday, April 14

A west central Indiana farmer says he’s about a week away from starting the 2025 planting season. Kevin Cox farms in Parke County. “Not very excited about doing any planting this week,” he says. “This front’s coming in over the weekend and they’re talking... Read More.

Fire Damages Home, Destroys Garage and Camper West of Hutch

Wednesday, April 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An early morning fire west of Hutchinson destroyed a garage and camper and heavily damaged a home.Hutchinson Fire units along with those from Fire Districts 3 and 8 were called at 1:19 AM to the 1600 block of North Wilson Road,... Read More.

Star of the West digitizes sustainability tracking

Friday, March 28

Star of the West Milling Company has announced a new partnership with the Swedish company Improvin’ to help growers better track their sustainability efforts. Climate Smart Advisor Katie Adam with Star of the West tells Brownfield, “The first step to sustainability is figuring out... Read More.