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McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Votes to Proceed with CMAR Procurement Process

Wednesday, April 1

McPHERSON, Kan. — At a special meeting Wednesday evening, the McPherson USD 418 Board of Education voted to move forward with the Construction Manager At-Risk (CMAR) procurement process for projects being funded through a bond issue voters approved last month. The district's Facilities Committee recommended... Read More.

LCH Welcomes Dr. Zakaria Tazkargy to Family Health Care Clinic

Wednesday, April 1

(April 1, 2026) — Lindsborg Community Hospital is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Zakaria Tazkargy, M.D., to the provider team at the Family Health Care Clinic. Dr. Tazkargy is transferring to Lindsborg after serving at COMCARE Ohio in Salina. Dr. Tazkargy practices family... Read More.

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

Wednesday, April 1

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are announcing the beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom season. The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to October 31, as do the harmful... Read More.

McPherson Main Street Shares 2025 Recap and Future Plans at Annual Meeting

Wednesday, April 1

McPHERSON, Kan. — 2025 was a busy and active year for McPherson Main Street. The year's successes and plans for 2026 and beyond were shared during their annual meeting Monday. Main Street Director Johni Doughman and 2025 Main Street President Deb Luttig provided an overview... Read More.

K-State Food Scientist Shares Tips for Safe – and Perfect – Easter Ham

Wednesday, April 1

Blakeslee says variety will affect how you prepare the ham MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — Ham is a staple for many families’ Easter feast, but between all the varieties available, consumers are often confused on how to safely prepare this holiday favorite. Kansas State University food... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Shane Curry, Perry Milling

Wednesday, April 1

From large cattle ranches to backyard poultry flocks – and even to hens producing specialty eggs that are shipped across the nation. All of these animals need feed. Today we’ll meet an innovative animal feed processing company that is growing rapidly to serve a wide... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Mallory Hirst, Buhler Girls Soccer

Wednesday, April 1

Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Buhler High School junior Mallory Hirst as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week – Hirst helped Buhler girls soccer get its season off to a promising start, as the central defender... Read More.

Evergy’s Hometown Grants Awarded to Three Area Non-Profits

Tuesday, March 31

Recipients will receive up to $10,000 for projects focused on providing basic needs to the community KANSAS CITY, Mo. (March 31, 2026) — The recipients of Evergy’s 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants program have been chosen. The three non-profit organizations will receive up to... Read More.

Saline County to Adopt New Emergency Notification System

Tuesday, March 31

A new notification system is being adopted by Saline County. Salina 911 in conjunction with Saline County Emergency Management, the Salina Fire and Police Departments and Saline County Sheriff's Office have partnered with Regroup for a new mass emergency notification system to keep the community... Read More.

Salina Symphony Presents “Ode to Joy” Beethoven 9 May 3 at the Stiefel Theatre and May 2 at the Hutchinson Fox Theatre

Tuesday, March 31

SALINA, Kan. (March 31, 2026) — Join the Salina Symphony for Beethoven’s awe-inspiring Ninth Symphony on Sun., May 3, at 4 p.m. at the Stiefel Theatre. A cornerstone of classical music, the masterpiece builds to the iconic "Ode to Joy," a triumphant anthem of... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners to Review Vacation Payout Policy and Vehicle Lease Program

Tuesday, March 31

At next week's meeting, Allen County Commissioners will be hearing a request to change vacation payout policies when an employee no longer works for the county. Sheriff Anthony Maness said he's making the request in the wake of a couple of recent situations in his... Read More.

International Site Selectors to Tour Southeast Kansas Industrial Locations in June

Tuesday, March 31

A group of international site selectors from across the country will be visiting Southeast Kansas in June on a familiarization tour of potential industrial sites. Allen County Economic Development Director Camille Lavon told Allen County Commissioners Tuesday Kansas Commerce organized the tour, which will also... Read More.