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Allen County Switching to New Emergency Notification Provider

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County has changed mass emergency alert providers, and for many residents, it will bring with it a need to re-register. Allen County Emergency Management said they were able to move a limited number of registrants from the CodeRED system they... Read More.

Allen and Coffeyville Shooting Sports Teams Unite

IOLA, Kan. — On Sunday, Oct. 26, the Allen Community College Shooting Sports Team hosted the Coffeyville Red Ravens for a collaborative gathering at Lone Tree Gun Club. The event aimed to strengthen ties between programs, exchange ideas, and explore future in-person collegiate competitions. Despite... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Emerson Waldren, Buhler Volleyball

BUHLER, Kan. — Each week, Ad Astra Radio recognizes different athlete’s outstanding achievements. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Buhler High School senior Emerson Waldren as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College! The week - Waldren had a strong Saturday... Read More.

Iola and Chanute to Purchase Three Diesel Generator Units

The Iola City Council and Chanute City Commission each agreed Monday night to proceed with purchase of three 2 megawatt diesel generator units through High Plains Power Systems of Rossville to add their reserve requirements and handle future growth. The cost for both cities... Read More.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule Takes Effect November 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Saturday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31. While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect,... Read More.

Salina City Commission Accepts Multiple Project Bids

SALINA, Kan. — The Salina City Commission Monday accepted several project bids, one of which was the last section of the median reconstruction project on Broadway between Republic and Cloud awarded to Prairie Landworks of McPherson. Their bid with a $50,000 contingency added by... Read More.

Allen County Landfill Closed Wednesday Due to High Winds

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Allen County Landfill will be closed Wednesday due to forecast high winds,for which a wind advisory has been issued. Under a policy adopted earlier this year, the landfill will be closed when Allen County is under a wind advisory... Read More.