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Harvey County Approves Purchase of Former Law Office for Expansion Plans

Tuesday, August 26

HARVEY COUNTY, Kan. — Harvey County Commissioners Tuesday approved the purchase of the building at 109 and 111 East 7th in Newton.The building has previously been a law office, and short term plans are to use it to accommodate offices now at the courthouse... Read More.

Investigation Underway for Mysterious Gas Leak in Newton Housing Development

Tuesday, August 26

NEWTON, Kan. — Multiple agencies are investigating the source of natural gas detected in Newton's new Fox Ridge housing development.The gas issue was found last Friday while Kansas Gas Service was doing a site survey near Southeast 10th and Logan. They determined the gas... Read More.

McPherson High School Briefly Evacuated for Reported Electrical Fire

Tuesday, August 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson High School was evacuated for a brief time Wednesday afternoon after a reported electrical fire. McPherson Fire and Police units along with EMS responded just before 3 p.m.Upon investigation it was found an electrical circuit in the wood shop under... Read More.

Skull Identified as Erie Man Reported Missing in 2016

Tuesday, August 26

NEOSHO COUNTY, Kan. — A skull discovered In February 2023 along the Neosho River had been confirmed as that of an Erie Man who disappeared over 9 ½ years ago.Neosho County Sheriff Greg Taylor said in a release Tuesday a DNA analysis has confirmed... Read More.

Iola City Council Approves 2026 Budget and Related Resolution to Exceed RNR

Tuesday, August 26

IOLA, Kan. — With minimal comment, the Iola City Council Monday approved a 2026 budget and a related resolution to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for this budget. The budget calls for an increase of about seven tenths of a mill in the property... Read More.

Chanute City Commission Addressed about Electric Rate Hike at Monday Night Meeting

Tuesday, August 26

CHANUTE, Kan. — A half dozen citizens addressed the Chanute City Commission Monday night on the 6.5 percent increase in electric rates it approved Aug. 11, part of which is proposed to be used for new police and fire communication equipment. This increase is... Read More.

County Commissioners Approve Abatement of Over $91.5K in Property Taxes Involving McPherson College Parcels

Tuesday, August 26

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved the abatement of over $91,500 in property taxes involving 25 different parcels owned by McPherson College. The abatements cover 2023 and/or 2024 tax assessments on 22 college-owned properties, the bulk of which are to the... Read More.

Evergy Urges Safety Around Electricity this Labor Day Weekend

Tuesday, August 26

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The unofficial end to summer is approaching. Evergy urges families to be safe around electricity this coming Labor Day Weekend.Whether picnics or outdoor yardwork, here are steps families can take to be safe:When hosting a party, keep guests away... Read More.

High School Football Preview: Kingman County

Tuesday, August 26

Ad Astra Radio will preview area high school football teams, based on county. Today, we preview the teams from Kingman County. Cunningham Wildcats Coach: Lance McGuire, 20th seasonClassification: Six PlayerDistrict: 22024: 10-1, state runner-upPostseason: Had first-round bye; beat Southern Coffey County 1-0 (forfeit); beat Otis-Bison 52-6;... Read More.

McPherson Commission Meeting Highlights 8/26/25

Tuesday, August 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved agreements with the Kansas Department of Transportation for a pavement replacement project on Kansas Avenue, or US 56 from Maple Street to the Old 81 Bypass. This will also involve replacement of curb and gutter and... Read More.

Reno County Announces Community Health Needs Assessment Results

Tuesday, August 26

RENO COUNTY, Kan. (August 26, 2025) — We are pleased to announce that the 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) is complete. This achievement reflects the strong partnership between the Reno County Health Department, Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, United Way of Reno County, Horizon’s... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approve 2026 Budget and Exceed RNR

Tuesday, August 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved the city's 2026 budget and to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for that budget. As we reported earlier, the city's mill levy will remain at the 2025 level of 53.238 mills, which will be not... Read More.