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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.

USDA Forest Service Issues Revised Oil and Gas Leasing Rule

New rule speeds leasing and permitting for federal oil and gas development (Washington, D.C., January 27, 2026) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service finalized revisions to its regulation governing federal oil and gas resources on National Forest System lands. The revision modernizes and... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Treating Disease Early vs. Precisely

K-State beef cattle experts weigh opportunity cost, disease progression and reassessment when making treatment decisions  MANHATTAN, Kan. — When a calf looks “off,” the clock starts ticking. But should cattle producers treat the calf immediately or wait for clearer clinical signs?  According to Kansas State... Read More.

FHSU’s Next Science Café Set for Feb. 2

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University’s upcoming Science Café is set for Monday, Feb. 2. This month’s presentation, “Fossils, Museums, and 66 Million Years,” is sponsored by FHSU’s Science and Mathematics Education Institute (SMEI) and will begin at 7 p.m. at The Venue in... Read More.

Free Entrepreneurship Opportunities through StartUp Hutch

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — There are two upcoming entrepreneurship opportunities available in the community through StartUp Hutch. These programs are designed to support both ALICE households and youth in Reno County by building skills, confidence, and pathways to economic mobility.  Ice House Entrepreneurship Program... Read More.