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Grants Available to Expand Childcare in Kansas

TOPEKA, Kan. (KASB.org) - The Kansas Children's Cabinet is seeking community-based applications for $40 million in funding for the Child Care Capacity Accelerator. The goal is to expand licensed childcare slots in Kansas to meet family needs. School leaders can work with their partners... Read More.

Gov. Kelly Announces Nearly $20 Million in Family First Prevention Grants

TOPEKA, Kan. – Reinforcing her commitment to children and families, Governor Laura Kelly Tuesday announced a new set of Family First Prevention grants totaling nearly $20 million. The grants will create and grow programs designed to keep families together and prevent children from entering the foster... Read More.

Bulldogs Compete at KCAC Indoor Championships

By McPherson College Athletics Wichita, Kan. (MacBulldogs.com) — The McPherson College men's and women's Track and Field teams wrapped up their indoor season this past weekend at the KCAC Championship at Wichita state indoor faculty. The Bulldog women finished in 9th place, scoring 20 points, and... Read More.

Edmunson’s Torrid Start Nets KJCCC Honor

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - Sophomore outfielder Will Edmunson had a memorable 2023 Opening Day, going 7 for 8 to lead the Blue Dragons to a pair of victories over Southeast Community College on Saturday at Hobart-Detter Field.The Jayhawk Conference recognized... Read More.

Lies Claims KJCCC Pitcher of the Week Honor

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - Called upon to make a spot start in the final game of the THF Winter Blast on Saturday, Hutchinson Community College freshman pitcher Korri Lies turned in an incredible performance against Weatherford College.Lies twirled a complete-game... Read More.

Dragons Shoot Season-High 54 Percent in Victory over Colby

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information COLBY, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) – The Hutchinson Community College men's basketball team shot a season-high 54 percent and dominated the second half as the Blue Dragons defeated the Colby Trojans 89-67 on Tuesday night at the Colby Event Center.The Blue Dragons... Read More.

HHS Choirs Share Love Through Singing Valentines

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Instead of sending flowers for Valentine’s Day, some chose to say “I love you,” through music this year. The Hutchinson High School Expressives and Harmonics shared messages of love with the community with Singing Valentines on Tuesday, February 14, 2023.For the... Read More.

Dragons Reach 20-Win Mark; Duffy Posts 7th Double-Double

By Hutchinson CC Sports Information COLBY, Kan. (bluedragonsports.com) – The Hutchinson Community College women's basketball team won its 17th-consecutive game over Colby and reached the 20-win mark on Tuesday night in an 80-41 victory over the Trojans at the Colby Event Center.The Blue Dragons (20-7,... Read More.

Winter Storm Moving Across Kansas, Here’s What We Know

(NWS) - A storm system will bring accumulating snow to the region Tuesday afternoon through early Thursday morning. Gusty north winds will cause blowing and drifting of snow along with reduced visibilities mainly over central Kansas. Impacts to travel are expected across north central... Read More.

High School Basketball Scoreboard: Tuesday, Feb. 14

GIRLS PREP BASKETBALL Andale 41, Wichita Collegiate 12 Anderson County 55, Wellsville 21 Andover 59, Andover Central 45 Arkansas City 38, Maize 29 Atchison County 82, McLouth 48 Axtell 49, Troy 46 Basehor-Linwood 58, KC Turner 17 Bennington 46, Ell-Saline 38 Berean Academy 46, Elyria Christian 18 Bluestem 49, Humboldt 48 Burlingame 51, Mission Valley... Read More.

MMS Girls Wrestlers Finish 14-10 in Newton Mixer

NEWTON, Kan. - The McPherson Middle School Girls Wrestling team competed in a wrestling mixer on Tuesday, where they finished 14-10 as a team.Individuals who finished undefeated (2-0) included: Addie French, McKenna Paul, Amara Dossett, Riley Clemmons, and Amia Barrera.Head Coach Matt McCasland said,... Read More.