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FHSU Tigers Band Together for Giving Day

Saturday, April 20

By the FHSU Foundation HAYS, Kan. — Tiger fans near and far banded together earlier this week for Fort Hays State University’s 4th annual Giving Day. While numbers are still being finalized, preliminary results show that nearly 1,000 gifts were made, totaling more than $170,000.This... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Compromise Legislation to Provide Greater Flexibility for Schools to Determine State Aid

Friday, April 19

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today signed Senate Bill 73, amending the process for determining school district enrollment under the Kansas School Equity and Enhancement Act (KSEEA). “This bill represents a crucial step in ensuring that our... Read More.

Sponsorship Registrations for McPherson Chamber Classic “Hits & Giggles” Golf Tournament Due May 13

Friday, April 19

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Get ready for an afternoon of belly laughs and side-splitting good times at the Chamber Classic “Hits & Giggles” Golf Tournament. This is not your typical golf tournament. The only true competition is for who is... Read More.

Foundation To Receive $70,000 Towards Match Week

Thursday, April 18

By the McPherson County Community Foundation McPHERSON, Kan. — It was announced this week that the McPherson County Community Foundation has received a $70,000 grant to be used as a match for it’s organizations endowments. The Foundation will utilize the $70,000 to help cover the... Read More.

McPherson High Advanced Acting Repertory Class Presents Noises Off

Thursday, April 18

McPHERSON, Kan. — The first performance of the production of "Noises Off" from the McPherson High School Advanced Acting Repertory Class will be tonight at 7 p.m. "Noises Off" is a farce (an exaggerated form of comedy often using ridiculous or absurd situations) and a... Read More.

Two K-14 Ramps to Close at Fourth Avenue in Reno County

Thursday, April 18

By Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The exit ramp from northbound K-14 to Fourth Avenue is expected to close Monday, April 22, and reopen around 10 a.m. Thursday, April 25.The entrance ramp from Fourth Avenue to northbound K-14 is expected to close... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Public Works Traffic Division Announces Upgrades to 30th and Halstead Intersection

Thursday, April 18

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The City of Hutchinson Public Works Traffic Division is implementing improvements to the traffic signals at the intersection of 30th Ave and Halstead St to include protected left turns for eastbound and westbound traffic. These... Read More.

Bethany College Hosts Successful Education Conference: Innovative Next Steps in PreK-12 Learning

Thursday, April 18

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (April 15, 2024) — Bethany College welcomed educators and future educators from across Kansas for a transformative day of learning and collaboration at the Bethany College Education Conference held on Saturday, April 13, 2024. The conference, "Innovative Next Steps... Read More.

Paramore Named HutchCC President

Thursday, April 18

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community College’s Board of Trustees chair Terry Bisbee announced today the Board has selected Dr. Tricia Paramore as the college’s next president, pending approval of a contract at a special meeting to be held on Wednesday, May... Read More.

Sterling College Coon Recital to be Held on April 25

Thursday, April 18

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — She’s been Serena the Sorority Girl in Legally Blonde: the musical, Katherine in Newsies, Martha in Irving Berlin’s White Christmas, and, most recently, Cinderella in Into the Woods. In addition to her roles onstage, Sterling College senior Keeley Coon... Read More.

Commerce Updates ROZ Student Loan Repayment Program

Thursday, April 18

By the Kansas Department of CommerceTOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced significant changes to the Rural Opportunity Zones (ROZ) program that could increase participation in student loan repayments for people moving to rural Kansas counties.Individuals who earn an associate... Read More.

KHP 2024-06 FY24 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Call for Applications

Thursday, April 18

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol, as the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for the Nonprofit Security Grant Programs (NSGP) announces a “call for applications” to the FY2024 State NSGP funding opportunity.This funding opportunity is for physical security enhancements and other... Read More.