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Southeast Kansas Sees Highest Unemployment Rate in the State

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

Golden Belt January 2026 Unemployment Rates Reported

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

January Unemployment in Kansas Up Slightly

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

McPherson County Unemployment Rate at Regional Low for January 2026

Wednesday, April 8

The Kansas Department of Labor has released the January Labor report, delayed from its usual release time due to last fall's federal shutdown. Statewide seasonally adjusted unemployment for January came in at 3.8 percent, up a tenth of a point from December and from... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Kohlbie Craft, Hutchinson Softball

Wednesday, April 8

Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Hutchinson High School senior Kohlbie Craft as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week – Craft was smacking the ball to every field (with the exception of Wrigley), as Craft helped the... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Discusses Disposal of Landlocked Property, Approves Tree Care Plan for 2026

Tuesday, April 7

LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Lindsborg City Council Monday authorized city staff to pursue the disposal of a piece of city owned property it no longer has use for. This lot along Columbus Street was at one time the site of a city electric substation. City... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Approve Public Safety Upgrades, Community Projects and Event Permits

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved purchase for the Police Department of LeadsOnline, a program that they can use to help locate stolen items. With it, they are able to quickly locate suspects and recover items before they are melted down or... Read More.

Lyons City Council Addresses Community Concerns Over Recent ICE Activity

Tuesday, April 7

LYONS, Kan. — The major topic of discussion during Monday's Lyons City Council meeting was an item not on their agenda, but one that has generated a lot of discussion and concern in the community in the past week or so. Rice County Sheriff... Read More.

Application Deadline for 2026 Boys State of Kansas Session Set for April 30

Tuesday, April 7

(April 7, 2026) — The American Legion Boys State of Kansas is accepting applications for its 2026 session through Thursday, April 30. Applications are accepted after that date, but on a space-available basis. The event is set to be held Sunday, May 31, through... Read More.

Andale/Garden Plain Softball Drops First Two Games of the Season

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Andale/Garden Plain softball team dropped its first two games of the season on Monday at the Grant Sports Complex. McPherson took game one, 7-1, before rallying back twice in the nightcap for a 6-5 victory, thanks to a 3-run walk-off home... Read More.

Andale/Garden Plain Baseball Swept by Bullpups at Grant Sports Complex

Tuesday, April 7

McPHERSON, Kan. — The Andale/Garden Plain baseball team was swept by the Bullpups at the Grant Sports Complex. McPherson took the opener, 13-3, in five innings and completed the sweep with a 7-1 victory in the nightcap. In game one, Andale/Garden Plain struck first in the... Read More.

Lyons City Council to Negotiate Offer for Permanent City Administrator Position

Monday, April 6

Interim Lyons City Administrator Bailey Sayler could soon drop the interim part of that title. Following an executive session at Monday's Lyons City Council meeting, the Council voted to authorize Mayor Alicia Hommon, Council President Rick Miller, and City Counselor Remington Dalke to negotiate a... Read More.