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Maxwell Lake Drowning Victim Identified

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson County Sheriff Department has identified that the man that was discovered at Maxwell State Lake on Saturday, Sep. 2 is that of 61-year-old Randy B. Gepner of McPherson. In a release sent out today, Captain Jordan...

USD 313 Looking at Former Church for New Childcare Facility

By Ad Astra News  HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At a special meeting Tuesday afternoon, the Buhler USD 313 Board of Education authorized Superintendent Cindy Couchman to enter into negotiations for the purchase of the former Faith Baptist Church property at 56th and...

Hutchinson City Council Approves 2024 Budget and Revenue Neutral Rate

By Lucky Kidd   HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hank Gier expressed concerns about how increased property values are impacting especially older residents of the city this morning during public hearings on the 2024 budget and exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate at the Hutchinson City Council...

Irena Sendler – WW II Hero – Performance in Lindsborg

By Irene Nielsen, Historical Echoes  LINDSBORG, Kan. --- The public is invited for a first-person performance of Irena Sender and Afternoon Tea at the J O Sundstrom Center in Lindsborg on September 17, at 2:30 pm.   Irena’s discovery from the annals of WW II...

United Way of McPherson County Campaign Kicks Off

McPHERSON, Kan. — United Way of McPherson County hosted the Chamber Connection on Aug. 31 to share information about their campaign fundraiser, launched on Sept. 1.The United Way is a nonprofit organization geared towards improving the lives of individuals and communities of McPherson County....

Body Found at Maxwell State Lake, Under Investigation

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, Kan. --- A body of an adult white male was found this morning at McPherson State Fishing Lake near Maxwell Game Preserve north of Canton. It's believed this is a drowning, but details are not immediately...

Military Discount and Everything Tickets

By The Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. --- Military Tickets are available at the Ticket Office, or can be purchased at each gate when arriving at the Fair. Price is $4 and is valid for each family member. You will need to show military ID or...