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McPherson USD 418 to Hold Second Informational Meeting on Upcoming Bond Election

Wednesday, February 4

McPHERSON, Kan. — The second of two informational meetings on the McPherson USD 418 bond election March 3rd takes place this evening from 5:30 until 7 at McPherson High School. Related to the bond election, Tuesday is the last day to register to vote in... Read More.

Abilene Teen Missing, Police Requesting Public Assistance

Wednesday, February 4

ABILENE, Kan. — The Abilene Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in locating a 15-year-old girl who disappeared Tuesday. Tenley Smith was last seen leaving her home at about 3 PM. She was wearing black leggings, a gray hoodie with a bright pink logo,... Read More.

Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Wednesday, February 4

Qualifying Evergy customers can get help with their energy bills TOPEKA, Kan. (Feb. 4, 2026) — Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance can now apply for the 2026 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) through Tuesday, March 31. Evergy is one of five utilities partnering with the Kansas Department for... Read More.

Kansas Small Business Development Center Delivers Strong Economic Impact Across Kansas in 2025

Wednesday, February 4

HAYS, Kan. — The Kansas Small Business Development Center (Kansas SBDC) network demonstrated strong statewide impact in 2025, helping Kansas entrepreneurs start businesses, create and retain jobs, and strengthen local economies through hands-on advising, training, and access to capital. Between October 1, 2024, and September... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Managing body condition for the calving season

Wednesday, February 4

K-State beef cattle experts discuss how to manage body condition scores for outliers in the herd MANHATTAN, Kan. — It’s a question that many cattle producers often ponder: Is it more costly to have fat or thin cows in the herd, and how should they... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Wade Newland, Ag Drones

Wednesday, February 4

Modern technology makes it possible for farmers to do remarkable things with their ground. Now, modern technology is making it possible for farmers to do remarkable things through the air. Today we’ll meet a ruralpreneur who is using aerial innovations to enhance farm operations across... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Kristian Ryan, Smoky Valley Boys Basketball

Wednesday, February 4

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Smoky Valley High School senior Kristian Ryan as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Ryan scored 50 points and grabbed 21 rebounds in a pair of close... Read More.

Andale’s Brooke Grimes Breaks Single-Game School Record in Win Over Nickerson

Wednesday, February 4

NICKERSON, Kan. — The Andale basketball teams got two impressive performances in their doubleheader against Nickerson on Tuesday. Brooke Grimes scored a game-high 23 points and hit seven 3-pointers, breaking her previous school record of six made 3s in a game in a 74-18 victory... Read More.

City of McPherson Works Towards Changing Meeting Schedule, Year-End Revenue and Expense Report Presented

Tuesday, February 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission took the first step towards changing their long-standing meeting schedule Tuesday, as it adopted a charter resolution amending a 2020 charter ordinance to switch to a twice a month meeting schedule rather than meeting every week as... Read More.

Lyons Appoints Remington Dalke as New City Attorney

Tuesday, February 3

LYONS, Kan. — Remington Dalke has been appointed Lyons City Attorney. The appointment of Dalke recommended by Mayor Alicia Hommon was approved by the Lyons City Council Monday in one of the shortest meetings it has had in some time, with all business completed... Read More.

Kansas Land Values Reflect Stability

Tuesday, February 3

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas agricultural land values appear to be stabilizing as producers enter 2026, according to Kansas State University Extension experts. After several years of rapid appreciation, the land market is showing more measured movement, influenced by profitability pressures, interest rates and the increasingly... Read More.

Andale Wrestling Finishes Third in 68th Annual Rocky Welton Invitational

Monday, February 2

The Andale wrestling team finished third in the 68th annual Rocky Welton Invitational that wrapped up on Saturday in Garden City. Andale finished with 155.5 points, finishing behind Maize and Pueblo East (Colo.). The Indians had two individual champions, Tristen Cox at 150 pounds and... Read More.