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Fatal Crash on I 135 Wednesday Afternoon Near McPherson

Thursday, January 29

A Park City woman was killed in a two vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon on I-135 southeast of McPherson. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Angel Nichols was southbound on 135 about a mile southeast of the Comanche Road on-ramp at 2:15 PM when her vehicle rear-ended... Read More.

Kansas Healthy Food Initiative Launches 2026 Grant Program

Thursday, January 29

Now in its’ second year, program awarded $262K in 2025 MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Healthy Food Initiative has opened applications for a grant program that awarded more than one quarter of a million dollars last year to support local and regional food systems throughout... Read More.

K-State Study: Strong Consumer Demand Drives Beef Prices Despite Tighter Cattle Supplies

Thursday, January 29

Agricultural economist says consumers' value of beef shapes prices and profitability MANHATTAN, Kan. — Consumer’s demand for beef — not just shrinking cattle numbers — is playing a central role in shaping prices and profitability across the U.S. beef supply chain, according to research from... Read More.

SEKMHC Trustees Suspend Fawson Following State Legislative Appearance

Wednesday, January 28

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

Wednesday, January 28

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.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Sarah Bell, Kansas Museum of History

Wednesday, January 28

What is Kansas? Why Kansas? Those are fundamental questions that demand thought and reflection, and would benefit from a place to learn and share the history of our state. Such a place exists at the Kansas Museum of History, which recently reopened after a multi-million... Read More.

Registration Open for K-State Agronomy Science and Solutions Virtual Conference

Wednesday, January 28

Two-day event aims to connect science with on-farm decisions MANHATTAN, Kan. — Registration is now open for the 2026 K-State Agronomy Science and Solutions Conference, a two-day virtual event designed to connect the latest agronomy research from Kansas State University with practical, on-farm... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Allison Jefferson, Hutchinson Girls Bowling

Wednesday, January 28

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

Wednesday, January 28

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

Tuesday, January 27

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

Tuesday, January 27

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.

Red Flag Raised on US 56 Proposal, Limestone Road More Likely to Close

Tuesday, January 27

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A potentially significant obstacle to the plans to improve US 56 from McPherson to Marion surfaced at a meeting last week in Canton. McPherson County Public Works Director David Bohnenblust was at that meeting, and told the County Commission Monday the... Read More.