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Finalists Announced for Barton Community College Presidency

Wednesday, December 20

By Maggie Harris, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College is pleased to announce the final two candidates in the search for the College’s next president. The search began in September when Dr. Carl Heilman announced his retirement effective June 30 after... Read More.

The Fiber Broadband Association Elects Jimmy Todd as Board Chairman

Wednesday, December 20

By Nex-Tech LENORA, Kan., — The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) announced last week it has elected its 2024 Board of Directors. Jimmy Todd, CEO/General Manager at Nex-Tech, was elected as the new Chairman of the Board for 2024.“It is an honor to serve as... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s December Heartland Credit Union Classroom Hero Recipient Melissa Newcome

Wednesday, December 20

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Heartland Credit Union.Melissa Newcome is in her sixth year as Union Valley Elementary School Librarian.“I was here in 2004 and taught... Read More.

“All Hands on Deck” Professional Development Day in Reno County

Wednesday, December 20

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. — January 3rd, 2024, is the first “All Hands on Deck” professional development day in Reno County and the largest in Kansas this year. A collaborative team including members from each Reno County School District (USD 308, 309, 310,... Read More.

Support for August San Romani Bandshell in Lakeside Park Voiced During McPherson City Commission Meeting

Tuesday, December 19

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Support for restoration of the August San Romani Bandshell in Lakeside Park was voiced during Tuesday's McPherson City Commission meeting, as Mayor Tom Brown elaborated on the reasons that he doesn't feel city funds should be used on the... Read More.

Kansas Chamber Annual Business Leaders Poll Finds Concerns about Business Costs Skyrocketing

Tuesday, December 19

By the Kansas Chamber Topeka, KAN., — The Kansas Chamber Tuesday released the 19th edition of its Annual Business Leaders Poll.“Each year the Kansas Chamber asks business leaders from across the state to name the most important issues they face. This year’s poll found taxes,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Business Investment in Kansas Tops $18 Billion

Tuesday, December 19

65,000 Jobs Created and Retained Since Start of Kelly Administration By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced today Kansas has reached yet another significant economic development milestone. Since the start of the Kelly administration in 2019, Kansas has attracted... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council Approves Ordinance Annexing Three Tracts that Make up K-96 Industrial Park

Tuesday, December 19

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson City Council has approved an ordinance annexing three tracts that will make up the K-96 Kimbell Industrial Park near the south junction of K-14 and K-96 south of South Hutchinson. Last week Reno County Commissioners approved a... Read More.

McPherson Chamber Hosts Annual Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC)

Tuesday, December 19

By the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — Paul Reichenberger’s high school entrepreneurship students started arriving at the Community Building around 8:30 a.m. December 13th, dressed professionally and trying to settle their nerves before a morning spent presenting their proposed businesses to judges and... Read More.

Lyons City Council Gives Narrow Strip of Property to its Adjoining Property Owner, Melissa Miller to Leave Council in February

Tuesday, December 19

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council Monday agreed to give a narrow strip of property behind a residence in the 700 block of South Douglas to the adjoining property owner. This piece of land, 60 feet by 10 feet, has been... Read More.

New License Plate Design Announced After Nearly 270K Votes Cast

Monday, December 18

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced the new Kansas standard-issue license plate design, which was chosen by a majority of the public after a week-long voting process that elicited nearly 270,000 votes from Kansans in all... Read More.

Hutchinson’s Overnight Shelter to Receive Gift of New Beds for Christmas

Monday, December 18

By United Way of Reno County HUTCHINSON, Kan. -- The Noel Lodge, an emergency daytime and overnight shelter for those experiencing homelessness in Hutchinson, is set to receive a donation of 25 new beds and frames from a local business just in time for Christmas.Last... Read More.