Savage Named to Jim Thorpe Award Watch List
Courtesy of Kobe Savage picked up his second watch list designation of the preseason on Thursday as he was named a candidate for the 2023 Jim Thorpe Award, the award's association announced.Savage,...
Author: Brenna Eller
Hutchinson Correctional Facility Inmate Cause of Death Unknown, Found in Cell Experiencing Medical Distress
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An inmate at Hutchinson Correctional Facility died Thursday, Aug. 10.The Kansas Department of Corrections said Matthew Rutter, 36, was found in his cell experiencing medical distress, at which point staff began...
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae
By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory update due to blue-green algae.A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look...
Five Observations from Friday’s Practice | Chiefs Training Camp 8/11
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CASA For Children to Have Princess Party Aug. 26
Information provided by Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) For Children McPHERSON, Kan. — Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) For Children will be having a come and go Princess Party at MPNaz Church, 1455 N Main, in McPherson on Aug. 26 from 11:30 to 2:30 p.m.On...
Kansas Has Five Drive-In Movie Theaters; a Sixth May Be Coming Soon
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) — People of a certain age will remember drive-in movie theaters. Once wildly popular across the country, drive-in movie theaters have largely disappeared. However, there are still a few places in Kansas where you can enjoy this entertainment experience.
Westfalls named Old Bill Honorees at 44th Annual Barton Foundation Auction; Tickets available until Aug. 11
By Lindsey Bogner, Barton Community College The Barton Community College Foundation Board has chosen to recognize Larry and Jan Westfall with the “Old Bill Honorarium” at its 44th Annual Big Benefit Auction, which is set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Great Bend Events...
New Round of Funding Announced for Revitalization of Downtown Buildings
By Kansas Commerce TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced on Aug. 10 that $1.5 million will be available for a fourth round of Historic Economic Asset Lifeline (HEAL) grants to revitalize dilapidated and underutilized downtown buildings in small communities...
McPherson College Classic Car on the Way to Pebble Beach
By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A project more than seven years in the making began its journey to the greatest classic car show in the world this morning.The 1953 Mercedes Benz 300 S restored...
Making his Mark on the Mic
By Brenna Eller He greets you in the morning on your early commute or wishes you well as you're coming home from your overnight shift. Those who have driven, worked or lived in the McPherson area likely know the voice of Mark...
McPherson County Community Foundation Approves Grant Awards: Five Organizations to Receive Awards
Information from the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Community Foundation Board announced today (Aug. 10) that they approved grant awards from both the ‘Dream Fund’ and the David J. Nutt Fund to five different organizations in McPherson County.
USD 308 Facilities Committee Releases Mid-Study Update
By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The USD 308 Facilities Committee announced the midway point of their year-long study of the district’s infrastructure. To date, the committee has been meeting regularly to thoroughly examine and analyze the district’s building...
