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Simply Fantastique!

Sunday, September 29

By Gary Demuth, for the Salina Symphony SALINA, Kan. — Traditionally, the percussionist in a symphony orchestra can be found at the back of the stage, providing support to the violins, violas, cellos, standup basses and wind instruments.But for the Salina Symphony’s 2024-2025 season opening... Read More.

Union Pacific Announces Scheduled Crossing Maintenance on E 30th Ave

Saturday, September 28

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Union Pacific Railroad will be conducting essential maintenance work on the railroad crossing at E 30th Ave. To ensure the safety of both workers and the public, this crossing will be closed for a two-day period. Closure Details: The... Read More.

Kansas CPR Training Expands into New Location, Celebrates with Chamber Ribbon Cutting

Friday, September 27

By Great Bend Chamber of Commerce GREAT BEND, Kan. — On Thursday, September 26th, the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting for Kansas CPR Training to celebrate the growth of the business and its move to a new location at 2609 1/2... Read More.

Hutchinson Murder Conviction Reversed

Friday, September 27

By Lucky Kidd HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Supreme Court has ordered a new trial for a Hutchinson man who was convicted of first degree felony murder in a case where he went through multiple attorneys and ultimately had to represent himself.Brennan Trass was convicted... Read More.

Inman Elementary S.T.E.A.M. Room Completed

Friday, September 27

By the McPherson County Community Foundation INMAN, Kan. — Inman Elementary has completed their renovation of a dedicated science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics room. This room was completed in part thanks to the Jill Larson Educational Memorial fund and other donors. Read More.

PBT Bancshares, Inc. to Acquire KANZA Bank

Friday, September 27

By Peoples Bank and Trust McPHERSON, Kan. — PBT Bancshares, Inc., the holding company of Peoples Bank and Trust Company, and KANZA Financial Corporation, the holding company of KANZA Bank, have jointly announced today the signing of a stock purchase agreement whereby PBT Bancshares,... Read More.

U.S. 50 Bridge Repair Project to Begin in Reno County

Friday, September 27

By the Kansas Department of Transportation RENO COUNTY, Kan. — U.S. 50 bridge repair work will start soon in eastern Reno County.The Kansas Department of Transportation project is on the U.S. 50 bridge over a railroad three-quarters of a mile west of the Reno/Harvey County... Read More.

2024 People’s Choice Tournament Reaches Final Four Coolest Kansas-Made Products

Thursday, September 26

By the Kansas Manufacturing Council TOPEKA, Kan. — The 2023 Coolest Thing Made In Kansas - People's Choice tournament on Thursday reached its final four products.Presented by Forvis Mazars, Kansans cast more than 10,000 votes during the second round of tournament voting that concluded... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s September Peoples Bank and Trust Classroom Hero Recipient Vania Winsor

Wednesday, September 25

By Brenna Eller MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust to Mrs. Vania Winsor of Moundridge High School. Each month, Ad Astra Radio randomly selects a different educator,... Read More.

Opioid Settlement Funds Awarded and Successful Updates Shared and Request for Proposals: Reno County/Hutchinson Fights Addiction Fund

Wednesday, September 25

By Reno County, Kansas Opioid Settlement Funds AwardedIn 2024, the Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Oversight Committee has awarded close to $100,000 in grant funding out of the nearly $300,000 that they have received for the two funds. The grant funding was awarded to Horizons Mental... Read More.

Rice County Community Foundation Announces Second-Annual UNITE for Rice County Match Week

Wednesday, September 25

STRETCHING your donated dollars to support local non-profit organizations By the Rice County Community Foundation RICE COUNTY, Kan. — We're excited to share that The Rice County Community Foundation (RCCF) is launching its second annual match week! Unite For Rice County Match Week is scheduled November... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Officially Welcomes Dusty Deines as Production & Sports Manager

Wednesday, September 25

By Brenna Eller Ad Astra Radio has recently welcomed a new member to the crew. Production and Sports Manager Dusty Deines. He will not only be helping behind the scenes in the production studios, but you will also get to hear Deines call games for... Read More.