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Wind Surge, Former K-State Star Culpepper Named Twins’ Minor League Player of the Year

Tuesday, September 30

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Former K-State All-American Kaelen Culpepper was named the 2025 Minnesota Twins Minor League Player of the Year, earning the organization's Sherry Robertson Award.Culpepper, who was drafted 21st overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, quickly made the jump to Double-A in... Read More.

Evergy Recognized as Carl R. Ice College of Engineering 2025 Company of the Year

Wednesday, September 24

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is honoring Evergy as its 2025 Company of the Year in recognition of Evergy's outstanding commitment to engineering education, professional excellence and community engagement.Evergy provides electricity to more than 1 million... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%.Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%.Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%.Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%.Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Nooks & Crannies Floral Celebrates 30 Year Legacy, the Passing of the Torch

Thursday, September 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — It was a celebratory morning at Nooks & Crannies Floral as owners of nearly 30 years Susan Hawley and Linda Allen officially passed the torch (or stems) over to Tonya Robertson and Deseri Orlanzzini.Casey Justus, ambassador for the McPherson Chamber of... Read More.

Reno Co. Residents Invited to Shape Year Two of Love Where You Live Data

Tuesday, September 2

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Feedback from Reno County residents is needed as the second Love Where You Live Resident Perception Survey kicks off.The survey is the first phase of Hutchinson Community Foundation’s Love Where You Live Community Empowerment Initiative, a three-year effort now entering... Read More.

Iola Area Population Mostly Steady Over the Past Year

Monday, August 25

Recent estimates from the Kansas Division of Budget indicate most counties in the area are holding their own when it comes to population. The 2024 estimates recently released indicate the state as a whole saw a population increase of 30,600, ten times that from... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Kicks Off 2025-2026 School Year with High-Energy Convocation

Wednesday, August 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The energy was unmistakable as Hutchinson Public Schools staff gathered for the 2025 convocation, gathered on August 6th. This year’s event brought extra “pomp and circumstance,” welcoming educators and staff back in true Salthawk spirit. Cheerleaders, the pep band, and a... Read More.

Former MHS Softball Coach Hoelting Receives KCA Coach of the Year Honors

Wednesday, July 23

McPHERSON, Kan. - Former McPherson High School Softball Coach Daryl Hoelting has received the Kansas Coaches Association (KCA) Softball Coach of the Year award after leading the Bullpups to their first state title.Hoelting's lone season at MHS saw the Bullpups win the first state title... Read More.

Get the Best Price of the Year at the Kansas State Fair: Midway Wristband + Gate Ticket Flash Sale

Monday, July 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (July 21, 2025) – On Tuesday, July 29, from 10 AM to 10 PM, don’t miss the Kansas State Fair’s incredible flash sale: get one Midway Unlimited Ride Wristband plus one gate admission ticket for just $28 ($48 value)!This is the lowest... Read More.