Category: News - Ad Astra Radio | Everything Local

Ad Astra Radio Celebrates 40-Year-Milestone

Thursday, October 1

Ad Astra Radio is excited to share that we have hit a very significant milestone. Today, on Oct.1, 2026, the company is celebrating its 40th Anniversary since KSKU first signed on the air. According to the company’s founder Cliff Shank, there was a big hole... Read More.

Greater Hutch Hosts Kiewit Supplier & Economic Development Breakfast

Thursday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Seats are still available for the Greater Hutch Economic Development Partnership’s Investor Event on Tuesday, October 6, at the 1861 Club. The event will provide an opportunity for local businesses and service providers to connect with Kiewit and learn more about opportunities... Read More.

Kansas Public Higher Education Enrollment Dips 0.8%; State Universities See Growth

Thursday, October 1

TOPEKA, Kan. — Preliminary fall enrollment figures released by the Kansas Board of Regents show a slight decline across the state’s public higher education system, with gains at state universities offset by decreases at community and technical colleges. Overall student headcount fell 0.8 percent compared... Read More.

Great Bend Man Charged with Livestock Theft in Pawnee County District Court

Thursday, October 1

LARNED, Kan. – Roy Gene Robinson, 48 of Great Bend, appeared in custody Wednesday morning via tele-video in the Pawnee County District Court before Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell for formal First Appearances. Robinson is charged with a three count criminal complaint: (1) Theft of Livestock,... Read More.

Road Collapse in Mitchell County

Thursday, October 1

The Mitchell County Sheriff's Office says 5-inches of rain has made travel in some areas dangerous. Deputies shared this photo and a tip for those out in the rain and on the roads. K Road (Tipton Black Top) is closed from 250 RD to 280... Read More.

Larned Man Appears in Court Following March Arrest

Thursday, October 1

(Follow-up to Press Releases dated March 26, 2026, and August 24, 2026) LARNED, Kan. – Caleb Cushman, 37 of Larned, Kansas, appeared in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff Wednesday afternoon for felony sentencing before Pawnee County District Judge Bruce Gatterman. Cushman was arrested on... Read More.

Lindsborg’s Old Mill Museum Celebrates $2.7 Million Estate Gift

Thursday, October 1

Community members in Lindsborg gathered on Wednesday to learn about a generous estate gift for the Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum. Dorothy Runbeck Stout has stepped in for the third time to ensure the future of the Museum with an estate gift of approximately... Read More.

Long Pumpkin Patch Open for a New Season of Fall Family Fun

Thursday, October 1

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Crisp autumn days, pumpkins on the vine and family-friendly adventures return at Long Pumpkin Patch as they open for its 2026 season. Located northeast of Great Bend at 163 NE 30 Road, Long Pumpkin Patch offers visitors an opportunity... Read More.

Large Detached Garage Fire Threatens Homes

Thursday, October 1

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Fire responded to the 300 Block of west Avenue A for a reported structure fire with possible people trapped. HPD units arrived on scene prior to HFD and advised this was a large, detached garage fire threatening homes, but no... Read More.

Biblesta Returns to Humboldt Saturday With Parade, Music and Family Fun

Wednesday, September 30

HUMBOLDT, Kan. — Biblesta returns to Humboldt Saturday, Oct. 3, with a full day of music, activities and a Bible-themed parade around the downtown square. The celebration begins with the Run For the Son 5K at 8 a.m. Registration opens at 7:30 a.m., with runners... Read More.

Officer-involved Critical Incident in Kansas City, Kansas

Wednesday, September 30

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating an incident Tuesday that left a Kansas City, Kansas, police officer with a broken hand and a man hospitalized with multiple stab wounds. According to the KBI, the incident followed a traffic stop just... Read More.

Students Celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day

Wednesday, September 30

Kansas schools will celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day on Oct. 7, with support from Kansas Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School program. This annual event promotes safe behaviors and community connection by encouraging students and families to walk, bike and/or roll... Read More.