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Bridgman Oil Named Hutchinson/Reno County Agribusiness of the Year

Thursday, November 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Agri-Business of the Year Award is intended to honor the agri-businesses in Reno County and thank them for the important role they play in strengthening the local ag economy. This year’s Agri-Business of the Year Award went to Bridgman Oil.The... Read More.

Royer Family Named Farm Focus Family of the Year

Thursday, November 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Farm Focus Family Award began in 1985 as part of National Farm City Week. There have now been over 100 families in Reno County that have been recognized for their contributions to Reno County Agriculture. This year’s Farm Focus Family... Read More.

Hutchinson Chamber Names Farm Focus Family of the Year, Honors Local Businesses at November Breakfast

Wednesday, November 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 12, 2025) - On Wednesday morning, the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce hosted its November membership breakfast, sponsored by PrairieLand Partners, celebrating local achievements in business and agriculture.The event kicked off by naming Acoustic Contracting, Inc. as the November Small Business... Read More.

Six Volleyball Bullpups Named All-League, Doile Co-Player of the Year

Tuesday, November 11

McPHERSON, Kan. - Six McPherson High School Volleyball athletes were named AVCTL-III All-League honorees, voted on by the league's coaches.Senior Brooke Doile was named the AVCTL-III Co-Player of the Year, sharing the honor with Buhler's Emerson Waldren. She and two of her teammates, senior Ava... Read More.

No. 4 Barton surges late, top Crowder 2-0 to reach Plains District Championship for third straight year

Saturday, November 8

The No. 4 Barton Community College men's soccer team opened play at the newly renovated Cougar Soccer Complex in winning fashion Wednesday afternoon, advancing to its third consecutive Plains District/Region 6 Championship with a 2-0 semifinal victory over Crowder College.Held scoreless entering the later... Read More.

McPherson County Philanthropist of the Year Event Returns Nov. 20

Thursday, November 6

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation’s (MCCF) Philanthropist of the Year presentation will return to the McPherson Opera House on Thursday, Nov. 20.The community event, first held in 2005, is MCCF’s way of honoring the many individuals and organizations that contribute to... Read More.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Hutchinson to Name 2025 Hutchinson Youth of the Year

Thursday, November 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (November 5, 2025) — On Thursday, December 4th, 2025, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Hutchinson will host its annual Youth of the Year celebration, “Club Kid for a Night.” This event honors outstanding Club members, with finalists competing for the title... Read More.

Diversicare Healthcare Services Celebrates Midwest CNA of the Year

Wednesday, October 22

Brentwood, TN (Oct. 21, 2025) — Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC, proudly hosted its Midwest CNA Banquet on September 25, 2025, at Terradyne Country Club in Andover, KS. This special event recognized Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) from across Diversicare’s Kansas centers for their unwavering commitment... Read More.

Buhler Varsity, JV Teams Sweep AVCTL 3 Cross Country Titles, Coach Curtis Morgan Named Coach of the Year

Friday, October 17

The Buhler High School girls and boys cross country teams swept the Ark Valley Central Kansas League Division 3 championships Thursday at Clapp Park in Wichita.Buhler cross country coach Curtis Morgan was named AVCTL 3 Cross Country Coach of the Year.The Buhler girls placed... Read More.

KU Basketball’s Darryn Peterson Named Preseason Big 12 Freshman of the Year

Thursday, October 16

LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas freshman sensation Darryn Peterson has been named the Big 12 Preseason Player of the Year and preseason all-conference as the league announced its coaches' preseason honors today.Kansas finished sixth in the coaches' preseason poll garnering 163 points. Houston (224... Read More.

USD 308 Announces Kansas Teacher of the Year Nominees

Friday, October 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Oct. 10, 2025) — Hutchinson Public Schools has announced its Kansas Teacher of the Year candidates, Amanda Buethe and Michelle Goossen.The Kansas Teacher of the Year program honors exceptional educators across the state, recognizing their dedication and impact on students and communities.... Read More.

Tiger Women’s Soccer Stun Rams for First SAC Win of the Year

Monday, October 6

McPherson, Kan. - The Central Christian College of Kansas Women's Soccer team was back in action this weekend and did not disappoint. The Tigers delivered a win that would give them momentum as they enter a stretch of three straight away matches in the... Read More.