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Viewing of the Solar Eclipse at the Cosmosphere

Tuesday, April 9

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A big crowd gathered at the Cosmosphere in Hutchinson Monday to view the solar eclipse, which had an 87 percent coverage of the sun locally.Sherry Treece with the Cosmosphere told Ad...

McPherson USD 418 BOE Meeting Highlights April 8, 2024

Tuesday, April 9

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education was told Monday night that issues within the Head Start program it serves as the sponsor of have been resolved.Director David Brock reported to the Board...

Buhler USD 313 BOE Sets Capacity for New Non-Resident Students for 2024-25 School Year

Tuesday, April 9

By Lucky Kidd BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler USD 313 Board of Education Monday night set capacity for new non-resident students for the 2024-25 school year.The recommendation from Superintendent Cindy Couchman was accepted with one modification related to 5th...

Bushton Proud Committee to Host Karaoke & BBQ Night

Tuesday, April 9

By the Bushton Proud Committee BUSHTON, Kan. — The Bushton Proud Committee will host a Karaoke & BBQ Night on Saturday, April 20, at the Bushton Community Center, 301 N. Main Street, Bushton.Happy Hour, with alcoholic and...

Fire Hydrant Flow Testing Begins, will Last for Two Weeks

Tuesday, April 9

Testing could cause water discoloration, but water remains safe to use By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department HUTCHINSON, Kan. —The City of Hutchinson Fire Department and the Hutchinson Public Works Water Division will be working together over the...

Reno County KIA Vietnam Veterans Honored

Monday, April 8

By the Vieyra Honors Foundation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — According to the most recent Census data, “Reno County, KS has a large population of military personnel who served in Vietnam, 1.36 times greater than any other conflict.” Today, there...

Four McPherson College Students Receive KICF Scholarships

Monday, April 8

By McPherson College McPHERSON, KAN. — Four McPherson College students were among 21 from independent colleges in Kansas who received scholarships from The Kansas Independent College Foundation (KICF), celebrating the diverse and talented student community committed to excellence, virtue,...

Speakers Announced for Bethany College Baccalaureate and Commencement Ceremonies

Monday, April 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (April 5, 2024) — Bethany College is thrilled to announce the distinguished speakers for its upcoming Baccalaureate and Commencement ceremonies, both to be held on Saturday, April 27 at Presser Hall Auditorium. Baccalaureate Speaker: Reverend...

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Haven, Reno County

Monday, April 8

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment HAVEN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is issuing a boil water advisory for the City of Haven public water supply system located in Reno County beginning at midnight...

MCCF Presents Mastermind McPherson County Initiative, County Commissioners Approve National Library Week Proclamation

Monday, April 8

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Community Foundation President and CEO Becky Goss gave McPherson County Commissioners a presentation on the Mastermind McPherson County initiative during their meeting Monday. MCCF is in the second year of...

Casting Crowns and Katy Nichole to Perform at 2024 Kansas State Fair Grandstand Concert

Monday, April 8

By the Kansas State Fair HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The 2024 Kansas State Fair is thrilled to announce an evening of soul-stirring music as Casting Crowns performs with Katy Nichole. The concert is set to take place on Wednesday, September...

Man Arrested After Chase in McPherson Walmart

Sunday, April 7

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — A Hutchinson man was arrested Sunday morning after a stolen car was located south of McPherson and a later chase through Walmart.McPherson Police Chief Mikel Golden said Sheriff's deputies spotted the car, which...