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RKAP Awarded $381,000 Grant from Patterson Family Foundation to Expand Rural Workforce

Wednesday, October 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) received a $381,000 grant from the Kansas City-based Patterson Family Foundation to expand the trades workforce in rural Kansas.“RKAP is committed to building a high-quality workforce in rural Kansas,” says Joel Leftwich,... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Joel Valadez, Stafford Boys Cross Country

Wednesday, October 8

STAFFORD, Kan. — Each week, Ad Astra Radio recognizes different athlete’s outstanding achievements. We are proud to announce Stafford High School junior Joel Valadez as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College.The week - Valadez dominated the Lyons Invitational on... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Joel Valadez, Stafford Boys Cross Country

Wednesday, October 8

SEK Multi-County Health Department Advises WIC Clients to Prepare for Possible Service Disruptions Amid Federal Shutdown

Tuesday, October 7

The SEK Multi-County Health Department is advising clients of the Women, Infant and Children, or WIC program of potential disruption of services in the wake of the ongoing federal shutdown.Without a federal solution that would provide additional funding to states and community agencies that... Read More.

Two Women Sustain Minor Injuries in Crash in North Salina

Tuesday, October 7

SALINA, Kan. — Two women received minor injuries in a Tuesday afternoon crash in north Salina.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car a vehicle driven by Gina Rosenwald of Overland Park failed to yield at the uncontrolled intersection and collided in the intersection with... Read More.

Lindsborg Old Mill Museum Urgently Seeks Donors to Secure Final Tax Credits for Swedish Pavilion Restoration

Tuesday, October 7

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg Old Mill and Swedish Heritage Museum was notified earlier this week they need to have the remaining just over $40,000 in Community Service Tax Credits committed no later than October 25.Any remaining tax credits unclaimed by that date will... Read More.

McPherson County to Commission Official County Seal, Approve Final Design by Nov. 15

Tuesday, October 7

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County is commissioning the design of an official county seal that will be displayed at the McPherson County Building at Maple and Marlin when it opens early next year. The County Commission Monday approved a scope of work agreement... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Quote for Plaza Shade Structure, Rental Fee Waiver for McPherson Optimist Club Halloween Carnival on October 23

Tuesday, October 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved a just over $26,000 quote from Happy Playgrounds for a shade structure to be installed on the stage area of The Plaza at Main and Marlin. Private donations through the McPherson County Community Foundation including one... Read More.

Gilley’s to Host Hiring Event at Wyldewood Cellars Winery

Tuesday, October 7

PARK CITY, Kan. (October 7, 2025) – Gilley’s Park City is hiring and has teamed up with Wyldewood Cellars Winery in Mulvane to host a hiring event. The legendary Gilley’s brand - synonymous with honky-tonk nightlife, live entertainment, and iconic mechanical bulls - is... Read More.

Allen County Approves Road Overlay and Reviews Infrastructure Priorities at Commissioners Meeting

Tuesday, October 7

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday approved an $85,683 expenditure for a 1.5-inch overlay on 1150 Road from US 169 to the Neosho County line. This road has been closed to through traffic due to a bridge replacement project in Neosho County,... Read More.

Gates’ Iola Plant to Lay Off 80 Workers as Manufacturing Line Closes

Tuesday, October 7

IOLA, Kan. — We now have some firmer numbers on the impending layoffs at Gates' Iola Plant. Thrive Allen County Economic Development Director Camille Lavon told Allen County Commissioners Tuesday 80 people will be affected as the company closes one of three manufacturing lines... Read More.

Kansas Ag Hero of the Month: Ann & Hal Sankey

Tuesday, October 7

For Ann and Hal Sankey, serving others isn’t an obligation or task—it’s a way of life. From the barns of their youth to boardrooms and volunteer crews today, they have spent decades giving their time, energy, and talents to support Kansas agriculture and strengthen... Read More.