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McPherson Obituaries

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McPherson County Jail Logs

April 1st - April 2nd

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Riley County approves $1.56 million in capital improvements, lobbies governor on radio contract

Commissioners draw on pandemic relief funds for emergency equipment and award the Keats sewer project despite a funding shortfall.

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County caps noxious weed chemical sales, changes rural road maintenance

Officials aim to prevent hoarding of subsidized herbicides and halt spraying on unpaved road shoulders to reduce gravel erosion.

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Kids Against Cancer Fun Run set for April 25 in Hutchinson

Information obtained from Cancer Council of Reno County

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Hutchinson obituaries

Hutchinson Obituaries White, Brent E. Peters, Father Aaron Jones, Victoria Jo “Vickie” Hiebert, Peter James Edwards (Hohn), Barbara Jane Biby, Carol Ann Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries

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No. 6 Hutchinson men's golf finishes fifth at Sam Proal Invitational

Information obtained from HCC officials

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Area police logs

Reno County Daily Jail Log — April 1, 2026 5:43 a.m. — Paula Thomas, white female, age 81, 532 W Sherman — arrested for: 1) HPD Warrant, Failure to Appear. 12:32 p.m. — Wade A. Melton, white male, age 77, 501 E Park St — arrested for: 1) Driving Under the

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McPherson residents invited to weigh in on local utility operations

The Board of Public Utilities will hear public comments and review financial reports Monday.

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McPherson USD 418 board moves forward with construction manager process for bond projects

Construction Manager At-Risk model will guarantee a maximum price for $89.6 million in facility upgrades

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McPherson nears goal of collecting cards from all 50 states for nation's 250th birthday

Bureau receives first international card from Ireland as campaign seeks submissions from final 15 states

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Downtown McPherson gets fresh crosswalk and parking stripes

Businesses will receive door-hanger notifications if nearby parking stalls are affected

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Arkansas City to Honor Outstanding Students at April Banquet

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The City of Arkansas City will recognize academically accomplished students from three local institutions at its annual Outstanding Student Award Reception and Banquet next month. Established in 1984 by the City Commission, the program recognizes students who demonstrate academic excellence and a strong commitment to their community.

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Wellington Native to Serve in Mission Control During Artemis II as Community Celebrates with Free Launch Lunch

WELLINGTON, Kan. — The community is invited to attend a free Launch Lunch event Friday, April 3 at the Wellington Regent Theatre to celebrate the Artemis II mission, which will feature Wellington native and WHS alumnus Erik Stalcup working in Mission Control as astronauts travel around the far side of the

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Jail Updates

March 31 Cowley County New Inmates: BERRY, LESLIE P JR — Fail to Comply District (2 counts) OSBORNE, DAVID M — Distribution of Opiate/Narcotic/Stimulant/Heroin ROEDER, DILLON J — Involuntary Manslaughter; Endangering a Child; Possession of Marijuana/THC; Criminal Carry of Firearm Released: MASON, LATOSHA A — Failure to Appear District Sumner

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Obituaries

(Today & Yesterday)

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Reno County overhauls public transit fares with new flat-rate system

Reno County Area Transit riders will see simplified pricing starting at 50 cents for fixed routes

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County allocates nearly $100,000 to tackle addiction among high-risk offenders

Opioid settlement and alcohol tax funds will support a new full-time care coordinator and prevention programs

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Pending Kansas property tax bill could force public votes on Riley County budget increases

Legislation would require a mandatory election in August if local property tax revenues rise by more than 3%.

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Liability concerns prompt proposed road closure near historic Bala stone arch bridge

Riley County will hold an April 30 public hearing on vacating a county road used to access the former Bala Park.

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MHS Boys Tennis Falls One Point Short of Title

Young Bullpups finish second behind defending state champion Winfield at home meet.

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McPherson County implements $2,000 fee for driveway culvert installations

Property owners previously received the installation service for free

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Bullpups Girls Soccer Falls in PKs at Invitational

Valley Center edges McPherson 3-2 in penalty kicks in tournament semifinal.

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Bullpups Softball Splits Tuesday Doubleheader

McPherson falls to Great Bend before topping Manhattan on the road.

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Kansas lawmakers pass felony bail mandate amid pushback from local officials

The legislation limits judicial discretion and requires arrest warrants for all felony charges.