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Athlete of the Week: Hayden Grimes, Andale Volleyball

Wednesday, October 15

ANDALE, Kan. — Each week, Ad Astra Radio recognizes different athlete’s outstanding achievements. We are proud to announce Andale High School senior Hayden Grimes as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College.The week - Grimes had two strong performances during... Read More.

Barton Theatre Explores Love, War, and Life in “Time Stands Still”

Wednesday, October 15

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Community College Theatre Department will present 'Time Stands Still', a powerful drama by Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Donald Margulies, October 16-19 in the Fine Arts Auditorium.Performances are Oct. 16-18 at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 19. Tickets are... Read More.

K-State Researchers Aim to Reduce Gluten Allergenicity in Wheat

Wednesday, October 15

Technology could lead to celiac-safe wheat without sacrificing bread quality MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University researchers and the state’s farmers are putting their collective support behind a project to reduce the allergenicity of gluten in wheat, while maintaining the grain’s ability for bread and... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New Public Works Building Purchase, Councilman Resigns

Wednesday, October 15

LYONS, Kan. — There's a vacancy on the Lyons City Council. Mayor Alicia Hommon announced at a special meeting of the Council Tuesday night Ward 3 Councilman John Mehl has resigned, effective immediately, as he has purchased a home just outside the city limits.... Read More.

Governor Kelly Releases Statement on Ceasefire in Middle East

Tuesday, October 14

TOPEKA, Kan. — On Tuesday, Oct. 14 Governor Laura Kelly released the following statement regarding the ceasefire reached in the Middle East."Yesterday, after 738 days, the hostages held by Hamas were finally released, and the horrific war in the Middle East has reached a... Read More.

McPherson High School Cancels Classes, College Fair Wednesday

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson High School has cancelled classes Wednesday in order to make sewer line repairs.MHS classes were dismissed early Tuesday after, according to a message sent to parents, there was a sewer line backup on the west side of the building.... Read More.

Allen County Sheriff’s Office Awarded $200K Grant for Mental Health Awareness and Education

Tuesday, October 14

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Sheriff Anthony Maness told County Commissioners Tuesday he was notified late Friday by the US Department of Justice the department has been awarded a $200,000 grant for mental health awareness and education.A major focus of this grant is... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Testing and Repair Work at McPherson Water Park

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission has approved additional testing and repair work to the water line that serves the water side, lazy river and splash pad at the McPherson Water Park, which were inoperable much of last season. The project will entail... Read More.

McPherson Police Department Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Substation

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Police Department formally opened their new downtown substation at 218 East Kansas Tuesday morning with a McPherson Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting.Police Chief Mikel Golden said the new substation is, “a testament to the support we have received... Read More.

McPherson School Board Reviews Costs for Facility Options, Community Meetings Scheduled Wednesday, October 22nd

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson USD 418 Board of Education members Monday night got their first look at the costs that would be involved with a number of facility options a long range facility study committee has been reviewing. As it relates to McPherson High... Read More.

Decades Long Friendship Leads to Generous Donation for McPherson High School Javelin Runway

Tuesday, October 14

McPHERSON, Kan. — At a 1986 duel between the USA National Junior track and field team and the Romanian national team, an encounter between a 13-year-old Romanian boy and a press officer for Team USA led to a nearly 40-year friendship. From that friendship,... Read More.

No Nightmares: K-State Expert Shares Tips for Halloween Food Safety

Tuesday, October 14

Scare away bacteria with these ideas on keeping goodies safe MANHATTAN, Kan. — Temperatures are dropping and leaves are falling which means Halloween is quickly approaching. While the holiday is not always thought to be overly risky in terms of food safety, any time perishable... Read More.