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McPherson County Jail Logs

March 16th - March 17th

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Kansas House passes controversial bill to lure pro sports teams

The House approved a plan to create a state authority to help finance new stadiums, a measure aimed at attracting teams like the Kansas City Chiefs or Royals, but one that drew significant opposition.

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Blue Dragons return to national tournament seeking second title in three years

Information obtained from HCC officials

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Legislature advances bills on distracted driving, professional licenses, open records

Both chambers passed a slate of bills with broad bipartisan support, moving forward on issues ranging from banning cellphone use in school zones to joining interstate compacts for health care professionals.

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Hutchinson obituaries

Hutchinson Obituaries Carter, Tyrone E. Cornwell, Rose L. Linden, Roberta "Bobi" (Martin) Maskil, Daniel "Dan" Anthony Mellenburch, Lowell Miller, Patricia "Patty" Clark Phillips, Patty Lou (Hensley) Yutzy, Sonia Diane "Crouch" Source: Legacy.com - Hutchinson, Kansas Obituaries

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Area police logs

Reno County Jail Log March 16, 2026 — 3 arrests 10:08 PM Honain S. Culy white male, age 20 1.) Failure to Appear original charge Driving while suspended 9:15 PM Delicia M. Raner-Meyer white female, age 40 (1)FTA: Keep or Harbor Vicious Dog 7:55 PM Alec Shanelec

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Hutchinson invites residents to tour water treatment facility April 1

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Reno County Coalition promotes whole-person wellness through community collaboration

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McPherson City Digest

McPherson YMCA Announces Leadership Team Changes

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McPherson Center for Health Opens New Menopause Clinic

Specialized care addresses growing community demand for women's midlife health services

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Kansas Guard Units Deployed to Middle East

190th Air Refueling Wing and 130th Field Artillery Brigade both currently supporting U.S. military operations overseas

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Bullpups Girls Soccer to Host 20th Annual Invitational

Eight-team tournament bracket set for March 30-31 and April 3 at McPherson High School.

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NEWS WILL BE DELAYED THIS MORNING

Todays publishing target is mid-morning

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Hutchinson Public Library offers Sensory Storytime for children with sensory needs

Information obtained from Hutchinson Public Library

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KFB Insights: Quote, unquote

Greg Doering, Kansas Farm Bureau

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ReUse It Center Distributes February Donations to Four Local Organizations

Monthly check presentations support recovery, housing, emergency aid, and global relief efforts

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Governor Kelly Announces $8.77 Million for Rural Road Safety in Kansas

Thirteen projects across the state will receive federal funding through KDOT's High Risk Rural Roads Program

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McPherson YMCA Leaders Advocate at State Capitol

Senior Branch Director and advisory board member meet with local legislators and governor during annual event

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Bullpups Land 12 on AVCTL D-III Wrestling Team

McPherson places one first-team and eight second-team selections in all-league wrestling honors.

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Seven Bullpups Earn Girls Wrestling All-League Honors

McPherson lands one first-team and two second-team selections on AVCTL D III/IV squad.

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Riley County Commission Summary

Week of March 17, 2026

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Property tax relief, youth savings account bills advance

Key legislative committees advanced separate proposals aimed at providing property tax relief for qualifying individuals and establishing state-managed "born to invest" savings accounts for Kansas children.

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University autonomy, agritourism and county contract bills move forward

Proposals to grant state universities more freedom in handling contracts, ease regulations on agricultural tourism and raise the spending threshold for public bids on county projects are advancing in the Statehouse.

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Arkansas City Police Department Honors Top Officers at 4th Annual Awards Banquet

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Arkansas City Police Department held its 4th Annual Awards Banquet last week, recognizing officers and staff for their dedication and service to the community. Three major awards were presented during the evening. Sgt. John Merz was named Supervisor of the Year, Officer Hailey Ladner was named

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Arkansas City Advances Wilson Park Splash Pad, Sewer Main Replacement Projects

ARKANSAS CITY, Kan. — Construction crews made significant progress this week on two separate infrastructure projects in Arkansas City, including the installation of concrete at the future Wilson Park Splash Pad site and the start of a large sewer main replacement on the city's north side. At Wilson Park,