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SEKMHC Trustees Suspend Fawson Following State Legislative Appearance

The embattled head of the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center based in Iola was suspended from his position on Monday by the organization’s board of trustees, only days after testifying to a Kansas House Legislative Committee about operations and controversies surrounding his organization. SEKMHC board... Read More.

ReUse It Center January 2026 Benevolent Distributions

McPHERSON, Kan. — Thanks to its dedicated shoppers and volunteers, The ReUse It Center has donated $5,250 to local organizations in January 2026.  Organizations who received donations: STEPMC STEPMC mission statement is to walk alongside people until they are out of poverty. STEPMC provides a framework for... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Allison Jefferson, Hutchinson Girls Bowling

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Hutchinson High School freshman Allison Jefferson as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Jefferson was dominant at a triangular on Jan. 22 at The Alley. Jefferson won... Read More.

Andale Boys Use Balanced Attack in Win Over Augusta

AUGUSTA, Kan. — Three Andale Indians scored in double figures, leading them to a 56-35 victory over the Orioles on Tuesday night.  Andale (10-3) got 11 points each from Hunter Grimes and Jack Horsch, while Sam Harp added 10.  Andale trailed 3-0 early but never trailed... Read More.

Patrick Wallerius, Longtime OCCK, Inc. Leader, Announces Retirement in 2025

SALINA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. announces the retirement of Patrick Wallerius, Vice President/Chief Financial Officer, after more than 33 years of dedicated service. Throughout his career, Patrick has been a key leader in guiding OCCK’s financial stability and organizational growth. His leadership in budgeting and... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Praise Crews on Snow Removal Efforts

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Snow removal efforts went well in Allen County over the weekend. Road and Bridge Supervisor Jeremy Hopkins gave Allen County Commissioners an update on that Tuesday, and said they had crews out all weekend. Commissioner John Brocker said he'd been... Read More.

City of McPherson Receives Positive Feedback on Snow Removal

McPHERSON, Kan. — Feedback from last weekend's snow removal in McPherson has been up to now overwhelmingly positive. Public Works Director Eric Duerksen said city crews were able to get onto every street in McPherson. If your street was missed let them know. Snow... Read More.