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Bomgaars in McPherson Celebrates Grand Re-Opening with Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Monday, May 20

Story by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce McPHERSON, Kan. — May 17th was a beautiful spring day to celebrate Bomgaars' Grand Re-Opening with a Chamber Ribbon Cutting. It kicked off a weekend of celebratory sales and prizes.The...

Kansas Highway Patrol VIN Inspections Soon to Be by Appointment

Monday, May 20

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — Customers in Kansas who need a VIN inspection will soon be able to schedule an appointment online through a program similar to what is used by the Kansas Department of Revenue and...

Reno County Declares Local Disaster

Monday, May 20

By Reno County Kansas Government RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County Commission Chairman Randy Parks has authorized a verbal disaster declaration for Reno County due to the damage caused by strong winds on Sunday evening, May 19, 2024. The...

Storm Recovery Update for Hutchinson

Monday, May 20

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Last night's severe thunderstorm caused significant damage throughout our city. The City Manager, Public Works Director, Forestry Superintendent, and Street Superintendent are currently forming an evaluation team to assess the extent...

Hutch and Halstead Sunday Storm Updates

Monday, May 20

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson City officials are evaluating the extent of damage from last night's high winds and determine response plans.The most important thing to note is Hutchinson residents will be responsible for their...

Newton City Crews to Begin Limb Pickup

Monday, May 20

By the City of Newton NEWTON, Kan. — Public Works crews will begin collecting limbs downed in Sunday night's storm at 7 a.m. Wednesday, May 22.They will start in Street Maintenance Area 1,...

High Winds, Hail and Heavily Needed Precipitation Comes through Central Kansas Sunday, May 19

Monday, May 20

By Lucky Kidd High winds, some hail and for some badly needed precipitation came through central Kansas late Sunday afternoon into the evening hours, also causing damage and at one point a shelter in place alert for the Burrton area.

Let’s Sing Taylor: Live Band Experience to play at the 2024 Kansas State Fair

Monday, May 20

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready to sing your heart out and celebrate the music of Taylor Swift like never before! The 2024 Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce Let's Sing Taylor: A Live...

K-State Highlights Ongoing Engagement from Two Years of Presidential Community Visits

Monday, May 20

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Great Bend Splash Pad: A New Destination for Family Fun

Friday, May 17

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — Today, the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce hosted a highly anticipated Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the City of Great Bend, revealing the newest feature at Veterans...

Bluestem Communities Welcomes New Health Care Leaders

Friday, May 17

By Bluestem Communities NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Bluestem Communities has welcomed new talent to its team of health care leaders. Jenna Synder, RN, BSN, has assumed the role of Director of Nursing at Schowalter Villa in Hesston, and Jaime...

Mosquito Fogging to Begin May 23rd

Friday, May 17

By the City of Great Bend GREAT BEND, Kan. — City crews are preparing to start fogging for mosquitos again. We have plans to fog on the following dates: May 23rd, 30th, June 6th, and...