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KLETC Associate Director Honored on Retirement

Friday, May 1

During a 26-year career at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center near Yoder. Alvin Sowers has been involved in the training of nearly 200 of the 356 basic training classes that have come through KLETC. Friday's graduation of the 356th class was the last... Read More.

Rep. Paul Waggoner to Not Seek Re-election

Friday, May 1

A central Kansas legislator announced Friday morning he will not seek re-election this year. 104th District State Representative Paul Waggoner (R-Hutchinson) said in a statement “My decision is driven by growing personal and professional needs but I plan on remaining active in politics.... Read More.

McPherson Meals on Wheels Director Retires After 25 Years of Service

Thursday, April 30

Connie Grennan retired Thursday as director of Meals on Wheels of McPherson, on the last day of her 25th year in the position. Grennan became Meals on Wheels director May 1, 2001. At the time, she had not been working for a few... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health Expands Digestive Care with Advanced Endoflip and Bravo Technology

Wednesday, April 29

McPherson, KS- McPherson Center for Health is expanding access to advanced digestive care with the addition of the Endoflip 300 and Bravo pH Monitoring System, two technologies now available locally thanks to support from the McPherson Health Care Foundation and generous community donors. These... Read More.

Teams Still Being Accepted for ASD Madathon, Button Hunt Licenses Still Available

Wednesday, April 29

Registrations are still being taken for the McPherson County All Schools Day Madathon Friday afternoon, May 8th in Linnea Park. Madathon Chair Leslie Buettenbaugh told Ad Astra News registrations for the 5th and 8th Grade events somewhat inspired by a 1970’s TV show are... Read More.

Big Kansas Road Trip Pop-Up Saturday in Humboldt

Wednesday, April 29

The Big Kansas Road Trip is coming to Humboldt Saturday. It's sponsored by the Kansas Sampler Foundation as part of their Kansas Explorers Club and is one of a series of pop-up events held in primarily rural communities around Kansas. “It's an opportunity... Read More.

McPherson College CARS Club Show Saturday, Cruise-In Friday Night

Wednesday, April 29

One-of-a-kind classic automobiles will be displayed during the 26th Annual C.A.R.S. Club Motoring Festival at McPherson College on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers expect 450 cars from across the country to participate. This year’s show will also celebrate the... Read More.

McPherson College Honors Four Citation of Merit Recipients

Wednesday, April 29

McPherson College has presented four alumni the Citation of Merit award for 2026. Elmer Gooding ’63, Craig ’70 and Joanna (Dell) ’72 Little, and Pamela Higgins ‘83 were honored at the Evening of Recognition banquet April 24th at the Peoples Bank and Trust Welcome... Read More.

Rierson Named New USD 418 Superintendent

Tuesday, April 28

McPherson USD 418 has a new superintendent of schools. At a special meeting Tuesday night the Board of Education approved a contract with Dr. Cody Rierson to be the new superintendent, effective July 1st. Dr. Rierson currently serves as Superintendent of Moundridge USD... Read More.

Construction, Bond Bids for US 54 Reconstruction in Iola Lower Than Expected

Tuesday, April 28

The Iola City Council received good news times two at Monday night's meeting on the US 54 reconstruction project. City Manager Matt Rehder said the first good news was on the bid for the project, which including contingencies came in at $12,9 million, less... Read More.

Salina Man Sentenced to Prison for Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material

Tuesday, April 28

A Salina man has been sentenced to 78 months in federal Prison for possession of child sexual abuse material. The United States Attorney's Office in Topeka said Douglas Harpster earlier pleaded guilty of one count of sexual exploitation of a minor after the ... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Budget Proposals, Fleet Concerns

Tuesday, April 28

Prior to presenting his proposed 2027 budget Tuesday, Allen County Sheriff Anthony Maness discussed with County Commissioners the Enterprise Fleet proposal, during which he said a presentation from Enterprise's Ken Olsen “gave him pause,” largely because of the aggressiveness of his proposal. I'm not... Read More.