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Evergy Renews Hometown Grants for 2025

Seven winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for community improvement projects   KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy’s Hometown Grant program is back. Beginning today, 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(6) non-profit agencies can apply for a donation through Evergy’s Energize Our Environment Hometown Grant Program to support a project... Read More.

NCCC Hosts First Annual High School Art Day

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Neosho County Community College (NCCC) Art Department welcomed over 70 students from seven area high schools for the 1st Annual NCCC High School Art Day on Wednesday, March 26. “I started this event because art shows like this are great experiences... Read More.

McPherson County Deputy Under Investigation

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A McPherson County Sheriff's Deputy has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation. Sheriff Jerry Montagne told Ad Astra News Friday he is not able to release any information on the case at this time due to it being a... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for Neosho Co RWD 3

NEOSHO COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a boil water advisory for the Neosho Co RWD 3 public water supply system located in Neosho County. The advisory was issued because of a loss of pressure. Failure to... Read More.

Reno County Youth Award $5,000 in Grants

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — The Youth Philanthropy Council of Hutchinson Community Foundation awarded $5,000 in grants to nine organizations at a ceremony in March at the Hutchinson Art Center. Led by high school students from across Reno County, the Youth Philanthropy Council is a grantmaking... Read More.