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PSU NEWS: University, KBI to Partner on Regional Crime Center and Lab

By Pittsburg State University   PITTSBURG, Kan. — Pittsburg State University will partner with the Kansas Bureau of Investigation to create a state-of-the-art regional crime center and laboratory that would serve law enforcement and at the same time provide educational opportunities for the next generation of... Read More.

27th Annual Community Christmas Dinner

McPHERSON, Kan. — Would you be interested in volunteering for the 27th Annual Community Christmas Dinner? The Community Christmas Dinner will be on Dec. 25, 2023, at the McPherson Community Building. Doors will open at 11:15 a.m. and meals will be served from 11:30 a.m.... Read More.

Waterline Work Affecting North Halstead

By the City of Hutchinson Public Works Department    HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Due to a water line break in the 2900 block of North Halstead Street, Halstead will be closed at 30th, and closed to thru traffic at 26th Street. Halstead will be open for drop... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved November Bids

By the Kansas Department of Transportation   TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Nov. 15, 2023, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled... Read More.

McPherson Structure Fire at 900 Block of North Myers

By Lucky Kidd   McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson firemen were called out during the noon hour Wednesday to a structure fire in the 900 block of North Myers. Fire Chief TJ Wyssmann told Ad Astra News the fire originated in the garage on the north side of... Read More.

$20 Bill Challenge Returns!

Every $20 Bill Worth Double at Red Kettles Thanks to Challenge Match By the Salvation Army   HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Dec. 2, 2023) — The Salvation Army’s $20 Bill Challenge returns to the Reno County community this weekend thanks the generous support of local donors putting up a... Read More.

Dr. Elizabeth Mauch Named Chancelor of Vermont State Colleges

Dr. Elizabeth Mauch will serve Bethany College through December 31, 2023  By Bethany College   LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Board of Trustees of the Vermont State Colleges System announced today that Dr. Elizabeth Mauch will assume the position of system Chancellor, effective January 1, 2024. Dr. Mauch... Read More.

Be Aware of Thin Ice

By the City of McPherson   MCPHERSON, Kan. (Nov. 28, 2023) — Don’t be fooled! Be safe and watch out for thin ice, even when temperatures are cold. As the weather continues to cool, the City of McPherson is warning the community to stay off lakes and... Read More.

Will You Help a Rice County Child for the Holidays?

Local banks seek support for children on Rice County Giving Trees By Raechel Manley, First Bank   STERLING, Kan. — Three Rice County banks are on the mission to support children in need this holiday season. The annual Rice County Giving Trees can be found at... Read More.