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Ad Astra Radio Girls Team of the Month: Halstead Volleyball

HALSTEAD, Kan. — Each month Ad Astra Radio will be recognizing a girls and boys Team of the Month, selected from area high schools. The September Girls Team of the Month goes to the Halstead Volleyball Team! The month: Halstead won 14 of 16 matches,... Read More.

Former Wabaunsee County Jailer Arrested

WABAUNSEE COUNTY, Kan. — A former correctional officer of the Wabaunsee County Jail was arrested today following an investigation led by the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). Jeffery Patrick, 48, was arrested Sunday at approximately 12:00 p.m. after he turned himself in to authorities at... Read More.

Andale Rolls in District Opener of Nickerson

NICKERSON, Kan. —  The Andale football team opened up district play on a high note with a 45-3 victory over Nickerson Friday night.  Andale scored 37 of its 45 points in the opening 12 minutes of play, which triggered a running clock for the final... Read More.

Gates to Lay Off Employees at Iola Plant

IOLA, Kan. — Gates Corporation will be laying off about 30 percent of the workforce at their Iola Plant before the end of the year. KANSASWORKS received a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice Thursday regarding employees at the facility on the south... Read More.

Central Christian School to Host Fall Festival

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Central Christian School is excited to announce its upcoming fall festival, taking place on Monday, October 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 1910 E. 30th Avenue. Guests are encouraged to park at Union Valley Bible Church and bring a lawn... Read More.

Lead Action Levels Exceeded in Some Iola Water Samples

IOLA, Kan. — Some water samples taken in the city of Iola have exceeded action levels for lead. The city in a statement late this morning said more than ten percent of samples taken between June 1st and September 30th exceeded action levels for lead. Corrective... Read More.

Community Invited to City of Newton Planning Events

NEWTON, Kan. — Newton residents are invited to share their thoughts about the future of the community at public events next week. The first visioning sessions for the City of Newton’s new comprehensive plan, Newton Next, are set for Oct. 7-8. The goal of these meetings... Read More.

ACC Student Musicians Showcase Talent at Fall Recital

IOLA, Kan. (Oct. 2, 2025) — Allen Community College student musicians performed a variety of instrumental, vocal and piano selections during the Fall Student Recital held Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. in the ACC A Complex, in the area of campus commonly referred to... Read More.