Harlan Insider

Harlan Insider - Issue 12.23.2025

Cyclones girls crushed Red Oak 79-21 while the boys fought to the wire in a 56-59 thriller. Wrestlers Chayton Snethen and Hallie Lopez grabbed tournament wins. Plus: Myrtue Medical's 2025 leadership shake-up and how to join Harlan's holiday light competition. All the local highlights inside!

Zach Hammer

Dec 23, 2025 — 4 min read

The Cyclones girls absolutely dominated Red Oak 79-21 this weekend, while our wrestlers brought home hardware from two tournaments!

In today's issue:

Local News & Features: Our girls basketball team put on a show with their blowout win, the boys battled to the final buzzer in a 56-59 heartbreaker, and Harlan wrestlers Chayton Snethen and Hallie Lopez turned heads at weekend tournaments. Plus, Myrtue Medical announces its 2025 leadership plans, and there's still time to join the holiday light competition and food drive.
Events & Activities: Schools are closed through the holiday break, but basketball action picks back up December 28 with youth games at the elementary and high school gyms.

Wishing you and yours a wonderful Christmas week—enjoy the break and dive into all the local highlights below!

Harlan Lights Up: Holiday Competition and Food Drive Return

This holiday season, Harlan is embracing its spirit with a festive light competition and a food drive, bringing families together and reviving its “City of Lights” charm. Join the excitement and support local churches—discover how you can get involved!

Myrtue Medical Hospital Welcomes New Leadership in 2025

As Harlan gears up for a leadership shift, Myrtue Medical Hospital will welcome Kile Magner as its new leader in 2025. With interim CEOs appointed, the hospital maintains its commitment to quality care while seeking Magner's permanent successor. Discover more about this transition!

Harlan Cyclones Shine with Big Win, Boys Battle Hard

Harlan's high school basketball teams had a night to remember! The Cyclones' girls soared with a stunning 79-21 victory over Red Oak, while the boys fought valiantly in a nail-biting 56-59 loss. Discover more about these thrilling matchups and future games!

Glenwood Rams Shine at Home Wrestling Tournament

The Glenwood Rams showcased their wrestling prowess at a thrilling home tournament, clinching five titles and an impressive 252.5 points. Harlan's Chayton Snethen also shone, securing first at 157 pounds. Dive into the results and local highlights!

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Harlan Lights Up: Holiday Competition and Food Drive Return

Myrtue Medical Hospital Welcomes New Leadership in 2025

Harlan Cyclones Shine with Big Win, Boys Battle Hard

Glenwood Rams Shine at Home Wrestling Tournament