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County Commissioners Proceed with $6.1 Million Rural Water Project Serving Southeast Reno County

Wednesday, August 23

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Reno County Commission agreed on Wednesday to move forward with a project to build a new joint lagoon system to serve two rural water districts in southeast Reno County.Commissioners reviewed with representatives of Schwab-Eaton applications that will... Read More.

Junior Classy Cru Dance Clinic Registration Open

Wednesday, August 23

BUHLER, Kan. — Buhler High School Classy Cru is hosting a junior dance clinic for 1st through 5th graders Wednesdays after school in September (Sept. 20 and Sept. 27). There will be a pregame performance at the September 29th BHS football game. To register... Read More.

McPherson County Hit with Strong Thunderstorm Tuesday Afternoon

Tuesday, August 22

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A compact but strong thunderstorm brought heavy rain and 70 mile an hour wind gusts along with some hail to parts of McPherson County late Tuesday afternoon.The slow moving storm developed in the Hesston/Moundridge area and moved slowly... Read More.

City Council Approves Two Year Contract with New City Administrator Eddy Truelove

Tuesday, August 22

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — Final approval was given by the Lyons City Council Monday to a two year contract with new City Administrator Eddy Truelove. Truelove was named earlier this month to be the replacement for Chad Buckley who resigned May 1st. Truelove,... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve Disaster Declaration Related to August 5 Windstorm

Tuesday, August 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners approved a disaster declaration Monday related to the windstorm on Aug. 5, that caused extensive damage in parts of McPherson County.Emergency Management Director Julie McClure said the Kansas Division of Emergency Management is gathering information on damage... Read More.

McPherson Leaders Under 30 to be Awarded in the Fall

Tuesday, August 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — At the City Commission Meeting Tuesday morning, McPherson Police Department Chief Mikel Golden and Detective Patrick Carr announced that three McPherson City Employees will be recognized and awarded later this fall for their efforts and contributions to the community.The three McPherson... Read More.

McPherson Commission Approves to Levy Property Tax Rate Exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate

Tuesday, August 22

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a 2024 budget that sets a property tax levy of 53.267 mills, a one mill increase over 2023, which is the first significant increase in at least a decade.During a public hearing on the... Read More.

Rise Up Rice County

Tuesday, August 22

By Karly Frederick, Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — Join the Rice County Community Foundation on August 26, 2023, at 7 p.m. at the petroglyphs. It all begins with a chair, so pull up with one and learn about a community of Rice... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory for Canton

Tuesday, August 22

CANTON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Canton public water supply system located in McPherson County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water for one minute prior... Read More.

MC USA Awards Hesston College Graduate 2023 Bring The Peace Award

Tuesday, August 22

By Jessica Griggs for Mennonite Church USA ELKHART, Ind. (Mennonite Church USA) — Mennonite Church USA Executive Board has named two peacemakers, Jonathan Kuttab and Sydney Leah Bontrager, as the 2023 Bring The Peace award winners. The denomination gives the award to a Legacy... Read More.

Hutch CF Seeks Board, Committee Volunteers

Tuesday, August 22

By Wendy Skellenger, Hutchinson Community Foundation HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Community Foundation has opportunities available for those wishing to volunteer with a nonprofit organization. For individuals with a desire to volunteer paired with a love of Reno County, Hutchinson Community Foundation offers opportunities to serve. The community... Read More.

I-70 Construction in Geary County Impacts Travel Time for K-State Fans

Tuesday, August 22

GEARY COUNTY, Kan. — Motorists traveling I-70 through Junction City in Geary County can expect delays due to an ongoing pavement replacement project. The Kansas Department of Transportation reports extended delays which can be expected during weekday evening commute time – typically 4:30 to... Read More.