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Friends of Maxwell Presented Attraction Development Grant Wednesday

Thursday, March 19

The Friends of Maxwell Wildlife Refuge was formally presented a $16,414 Attraction Development Grant from Kansas Tourism Wednesday to support facility upgrades aimed at enhancing visitor experiences and expanding educational programming. According to a celebratory post on Facebook, the grant funds will be used for... Read More.

Senator Marshall Speaks on Homeland Security Funding, SAVE Act and Iran

Wednesday, March 18

US Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) expressed frustration Wednesday with his Democratic colleagues over their actions, or refusal to do so, on Funding for the Department of Homeland Security and the SAVE Act during a news conference with Kansas reporters Wednesday. Marshall said the real question... Read More.

Farm Incident in Southeast Allen County Claims Life of Two-Year-Old

Wednesday, March 18

A two-year-old girl has died of injuries sustained in a Monday evening farm incident in southeast Allen County. According to the Allen County Sheriff's Office, the Allen County Communications Center received a 911 call from the child's mother who reported the child had been ran... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Arika Feldman, Little River Girls Basketball

Wednesday, March 18

LITTLE RIVER, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Little River High School senior Arika Feldman as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Feldman finished strong in leading Little River to the Class 1A Division... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Rory and Remington Clements, Clements Welding

Wednesday, March 18

Mar. 18, 2026 (extension.k-state.edu) — Have you ever tried to stretch a truck? That would take a lot of muscles. In fact, the only real way to stretch or extend a truck chassis is to cut it and weld additional sections into place to... Read More.

Healthy Farmers Start with a Checkup: Why Annual Exams Matter

Wednesday, March 18

K-State aging specialist Erin Martinez says routine checkups can help producers detect health concerns early MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — From early mornings feeding livestock to long days in the field, farmers and ranchers spend much of their time caring for crops, animals and equipment. But... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Consider Resubmitting Half Percent Sales Tax for County Ambulance Services

Tuesday, March 17

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners are looking at the potential of again submitting a half percent sales tax to support ambulance service in the county. A while back, voters turned down a sales tax proposal, and Commissioners felt that they didn't do... Read More.

Anderson County Emergency Management Seeking Damage Reports from March 10 Wind Event

Tuesday, March 17

Anderson County Kansas Fire and Emergency Management is asking residents impacted by the March 10th windstorm, to submit information on any damage they may have sustained. These reports are used by Emergency Management to build an accurate assessment and ensure it can advocate for any... Read More.

ReUse It Center Presents February Check Donations

Tuesday, March 17

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center has presented check donations for the month of February to the following local organizations: The Omega Project The Omega Project is a multi-faceted, faith based recovery program that emphasizes heart level changes of men and women. We offer lifestyle... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Managing Calf Scours

Tuesday, March 17

K-State beef cattle experts discuss management strategies to reduce calf illness during calving season MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — Managing calf scours starts with prevention and early intervention, according to experts from the Beef Cattle Institute at Kansas State University. During a recent episode of the... Read More.

K-State Horticulture Expert Says Tape Helps to Decrease Time Spent Planting Seeds

Tuesday, March 17

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Seed tape is a method of preparing seeds for planting that reduces the amount of time spent bending over the ground. Kansas State University horticulture expert Matt McKernan said seed tape makes it easier to handle small seeds and get proper... Read More.

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Bring the 2026 American Tour to United Wireless Arena

Tuesday, March 17

DODGE CITY, Kan. (March 17, 2026) — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks is excited to announce that AARON LEWIS AND THE STATELINERS will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, June 20th. For his 2026 AMERICAN TOUR. Doors will open at 6:00 PM on... Read More.

Author: Ad Astra News

Friends of Maxwell Presented Attraction Development Grant Wednesday

Senator Marshall Speaks on Homeland Security Funding, SAVE Act and Iran

Farm Incident in Southeast Allen County Claims Life of Two-Year-Old

Athlete of the Week: Arika Feldman, Little River Girls Basketball

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Rory and Remington Clements, Clements Welding

Healthy Farmers Start with a Checkup: Why Annual Exams Matter

Allen County Commissioners Consider Resubmitting Half Percent Sales Tax for County Ambulance Services

Anderson County Emergency Management Seeking Damage Reports from March 10 Wind Event

ReUse It Center Presents February Check Donations

Cattle Chat: Managing Calf Scours

K-State Horticulture Expert Says Tape Helps to Decrease Time Spent Planting Seeds

Aaron Lewis and The Stateliners Bring the 2026 American Tour to United Wireless Arena

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