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United Way of Reno County Board Member Sotelo Representing at World Summit in Northern Ireland

Friday, July 28

By United Way of Reno CountyHutchinson, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is excited to announce that Board Member, David Sotelo has been chosen to attend the 2023 One Young World Summit representing United Ways in Northern Ireland.United Way Worldwide has a commitment...

Is there evidence of extraterrestrial life? Congress tries to figure it out

Friday, July 28

By Ashley Murray,

Sen. Moran Applauds Passage of NDAA, Includes Amendment to Support Surviving Military Spouses

Friday, July 28

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) released the following statement applauding the Senate’s passage of the FY2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA):“Passing NDAA is one of Congress’ most important tasks to make certain our military is equipped...

Salvation Army “Fight for Hope” Fundraiser Dinner

Thursday, July 27

By the Salvation Army of HutchinsonHUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Salvation Army of Hutchinson Kansas will be having their annual fundraising dinner on Friday, Aug. 4, 2023 at 6 p.m. at the Cosmosphere and Space Center, located at 1100 N. Plum Street in Hutchinson, Kansas....

Back Where ‘Big Mac’ Belongs

Thursday, July 27

By Brenna EllerRob Mackey is thrilled to be back in the radio world as the current morning On-Air Personality for KWHK FM at Ad Astra Radio.Although his father’s legacy radio station KWHK AM went off the air in...

Rural Messenger to Become Official Newspaper for Reno County

Thursday, July 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Reno County Commissioners are making a change in the newspaper used for their official publications.After reviewing proposals submitted by the Hutchinson News, Ninnescah Valley News out of Pretty Prairie and the Haven-based newspaper, Rural Messenger, Commissioners voted...

Mastermind McPherson County Summit Reviews County Survey

Thursday, July 27

By Lucky KiddMcPHERSON, Kan. — Some 100 people from across McPherson County gathered Thursday morning to discuss a variety of issues facing the county and ideas to address them. The Mastermind McPherson County Summit reviewed findings of an online...

Salty Dog & Salty Pup Triathlon

Thursday, July 27

By the Hutchinson Regional Healthcare SystemHUTCHINSON, Kan. — Mark your calendars for the Salty Dog & Salty Pup Triathlon presented by

Minding Our Business Sterling Presents Agribusiness Affair

Wednesday, July 26

STERLING, Kan. — On Aug. 1, from 11-2 at Sterling Grade School, an Agribusiness Affair, presented by Minding Our Business Sterling will feature information on Shop Kansas Farms, Kansas Farm Bureau, Zimm's Feedlot, Harvest Hub, Central Prairie Coop, and the Kansas Department...

Reno County Health Department Honors Pam Adrian Retiring at County Commission Meeting

Wednesday, July 26

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Pam Adrian was recognized at the start of the Reno County Commission meeting for her retirement after serving 25 years with the Reno County Health Department.Also at the meeting, Health Department Director Karla Nichols shared words of thanks and presented Adrian...

Kansas Highway Patrol Responds to Lawsuit Findings

Wednesday, July 26

KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol sent out a statewide update reviewing the Court’s recent decision and said they respect the Judge’s conclusions and recommendations.On July 20, the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas dismissed the federal lawsuit...

Hillsboro Fire Department Volunteer Offering CPR Certification Classes

Wednesday, July 26

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Hillsboro Fire Department volunteer Matt Hein is offering to teach CPR classes to groups or offices needing CPR certifications.Hein is a 14-year veteran of the Hillsboro Fire Department and a volunteer for Marion County EMS....