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American Red Cross to give out $15 Amazon gift cards at Barton Community College Blood Drive

Friday, September 22

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton Community College will host a blood drive from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Kirkman Practice Gym. Donors will receive a $15 Amazon gift card from the American Red Cross.Donors... Read More.

Barton Performing Arts Department presents “Autumn Arts” sneak preview concert

Friday, September 22

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Performing Arts Department will host its annual “Autumn Arts” sneak preview concert at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in the Fine Arts Auditorium. The show will feature performances by the Barton Music Department... Read More.

Elvis Rock N’ Remember TONIGHT and David Cook Tomorrow at the McPherson Opera House

Friday, September 22

McPHERSON, Kan. — Joseph Hall has been paying tribute to Elvis Presley's legacy since 2006 and many remember him from his 6 TV performances on NBC’s America’s Got Talent in 2008, which were viewed by more than 90 million people. He placed as one... Read More.

Community Joins in Raising Funds for Inman Motocross Family After Saturday Tragedy

Thursday, September 21

By Ad Astra News McPHERSON, COUNTY, Kan. — A mother, Felecia Richey (31) and her two sons Tison (13) and Bentley (10) were discovered in their camper on Saturday, Sept. 16 at the Inman Motocross grounds by McPherson Sheriff Deputies and it was shared... Read More.

Rosewood Services Celebrates Silver Anniversary with 19th Annual Rodeo Oct. 7th

Thursday, September 21

By Michael Dawes, Director of PR for Rosewood Services Great Bend, Kan. — As Rosewood Services is celebrating its silver anniversary, the agency is also proudly hosting its 19th Annual Rosewood Rodeo. The annual equine-therapy rodeo will take place Saturday, Oct. 7 from 10 a.m.... Read More.

Sterling High School Students Attend Healthcare Career Day at Rice County Hospital

Thursday, September 21

By Brittney Weis, Hospital District No. 1 of Rice County Director of Marketing and Public Relations LYONS, Kan. — Seven students from Sterling High School toured Hospital District No. 1 of Rice County in Lyons, KS as part of their Intro to Healthcare class. The... Read More.

Hutchinson Zoo Paint and Sip

Thursday, September 21

By the Hutchinson Zoo HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Snag your tickets for an exclusive evening of artistic adventure, adult beverages, and unforgettable zoo experiences Sept. 23. Your ticket includes complimentary drinks, a DIY painting to take home, a special gift for this inaugural event, and gourmet snacks... Read More.

Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous

Wednesday, September 20

By Ad Astra News Canton, Kan. — Maxwell Wildlife Refuge and the Friends of Maxwell are hosting their annual Mountain Man Fall Rendezvous this weekend (Sept. 22 - 24) at 2565, Pueblo Rd, Canton, Kan.The 3-day event begins Friday and features 1800's re-enactment with mountain... Read More.

Virtual Job Fair to Highlight Hundreds of State Agency Opportunities

Wednesday, September 20

By Kansas CommerceTOPEKA, Kan. — Jobseekers are encouraged to attend the upcoming State of Kansas Agencies Virtual Job Fair from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 27. This month’s virtual fair, hosted by KANSASWORKS, will feature many exciting employment opportunities available across the state’s 98... Read More.

Festival Planned in Central Kansas to Celebrate Monarch Butterflies

Wednesday, September 20

By Kansas Department of Wildlife and ParksGREAT BEND, Kan. – A host of butterflies, bees and bugs will all be in residence at the Kansas Wetlands Education Center’s (592 NE K 156 Hwy, Great Bend) annual Butterfly Festival from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.... Read More.

HutchCC Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony for Addition of Barbering Program Training Facility

Wednesday, September 20

By Ad Astra News HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A groundbreaking ceremony was held to celebrate the addition of a barbering program training facility at Hutchinson Community College on Thursday, Sept. 14. The building will be an addition to the existing Cosmetology structure at 200 East 3rd... Read More.

IdeaTek Co-Founder Daniel Friesen to Present Nachtigall Lecture Series in Entrepreneurship

Wednesday, September 20

By Tabor College Hillsboro, Kan. — Daniel Friesen will present the Nachtigall Lecture Series in Entrepreneurship on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. in the Franz Family Heritage Lobby of the Shari Flaming Center for the Arts. It is free and open to the public.Friesen,... Read More.