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Two Rescued from House Fire Monday Afternoon

Tuesday, April 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) responded to an emergency call Monday, April 14, at 12:27 p.m., regarding a structure fire in the 600 block of north Plum Street.According to a press release from HFD Division Chief Jesse Martin, dispatch reported that... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Injury Accident with HazMat

Tuesday, April 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — On Monday, the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a significant accident at 1500 North K14 Highway involving a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle. Initial reports indicated that the driver of the passenger car was trapped, prompting the department to dispatch additional... Read More.

30th Judicial District Nominating Commission to Select New Judge for Kingman County

Monday, April 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — The 30th Judicial District Nominating Commission will interview nominees at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 6 to fill a district magistrate judge vacancy in Kingman County.The nominee selected to fill the vacant position will be replacing District Magistrate Judge Ronald... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Abbyville

Monday, April 14

ABBYVILLE, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Abbyville public water supply system located in Reno County due to a loss of pressure, which can result in a loss of chlorine... Read More.

Salina Symphony Youth Choir Celebrates 10th Anniversary Season at April 27 Spring Concert

Monday, April 14

SALINA, Kan. — Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Salina Symphony Youth Choir at its Spring Concert Sunday, April 27, at 7 p.m. at University United Methodist Church.The choir will perform alongside special guest Thad Beach, a musician, songwriter, teaching artist, and performer known... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Adopt Countywide Burn Ban

Monday, April 14

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners have adopted a burn ban for the County.Emergency Management and Communications Director Emily Yates said county fire chiefs requested the ban Monday due to ongoing extremely dry and windy conditions that have created an extreme fire danger,... Read More.

Nickerson Man Killed in Sunday Motorcycle Crash

Monday, April 14

NICKERSON, Kan. — A Nickerson man was killed in a Sunday afternoon motorcycle crash northwest of Hutchinson. The Reno County Sheriff's Office said this morning deputies, along with Reno County EMS and Fire District 3 were called at 3:35 p.m. to just northwest of 56th... Read More.

Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference Focuses on Entrepreneurship in Rural Kansas

Monday, April 14

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A first-in-Kansas conference dedicated to supporting rural entrepreneurship will bring together people from across the state this summer.The Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities conference promotes small communities and highlights people, businesses and best practices for creating an entrepreneurial mindset. All... Read More.

Two Area Students Selected as KSHSAA 2025 True Blue Scholarship Winners

Sunday, April 13

TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) in partnership with the Capital Federal Foundation®, announced on Sunday the 34 students selected for the KSHSAA and Capital Federal 2025 True Blue ® Scholarship, a $2,000 scholarship made payable to a two-year... Read More.

Great Bend City Crews to Start Work at McKinley and 6th

Friday, April 11

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend recommends the community to be attentive as crews begin work in the area of McKinley and 6th. There will be work on a damaged area of asphalt on the outside lanes for Northbound traffic of... Read More.

Hesston College Athletic Department to Host Annual Lark Open May 31

Friday, April 11

HESSTON, Kan. — Hesston College will host the annual Lark Open on Saturday, May 31, at Hesston Golf Park. Check-in opens at 7:30 a.m. for the four-person scramble event with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. golfer’s green fees, cart, range balls, meal and two... Read More.

FHSU Raises $180,000 on 5th Annual Giving Day

Friday, April 11

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s 5th annual Giving Day is a wrap, and once again, the Tiger family showed up in a big way. Preliminary results show that nearly 1,000 gifts were made, totaling $180,000. This incredible show of support highlights the... Read More.