Category: News - Ad Astra Radio | Everything Local

What To Do with Those Falling Leaves and Pumpkin Seeds?

Thursday, October 29

After clearing lawn, use clippings for compost, says K-State horticulture expert MANHATTAN, Kan. — Beautiful fall leaves have begun to cover lawns and will continue to fall throughout November. Kansas State University horticulture expert Matt McKernan said it’s important to remove leaves from home lawns. “Although... Read More.

5th Avenue & Poplar Street Upcoming Traffic Signal Changes

Thursday, October 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Beginning December 7th, 2026, the City of Hutchinson will begin the phased removal of the traffic signal located at 5th Avenue & Poplar Street. As the first step, signal heads will be covered (bagged) to deactivate the lights. The covered signals will... Read More.

Pawnee County Attorney Provides Testimony Regarding the Kansas Sexually Violet Predator Act

Wednesday, October 28

TOPEKA, Kan. - For the first time in nearly a decade, the Kansas legislature requested a comprehensive review of the Kansas sexually violent predator act (SVPA). SVPA was enacted in 1994 with the dual mission to: (1) protect the community and prevent further victimization by... Read More.

Soil and Soul: A Gathering for Farmers, Ranchers and the Ag Community to be Held Saturday, November 14

Wednesday, October 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Soil & Soul invites local farmers and ag professionals to a Gathering for Farmers, Ranchers and the Ag Community on Saturday, Nov. 14 at Hilton Garden Inn, 1715 N. Waldron St, Hutchinson. Coffee and Donuts start at 8:30 a.m., followed by the... Read More.

Dinah Sykes Outlines Platform for Kansas Insurance Commissioner

Wednesday, October 28

KANSAS - In a recent interview with Ad Astra News, Dinah Sykes, the Democratic candidate for Kansas Insurance Commissioner, shared her background, motivations for seeking office, and key policy priorities ahead of the upcoming election. Sykes, who grew up in Tennessee, moved to Kansas with... Read More.

Hutchinson Fire Department Responds to Structure Fire with Multiple Exposures

Wednesday, October 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - At 02:05 am., the Hutchinson Fire Department responded to a report of a structure fire at 300 Blk East 8th. First-arriving units arrived to a garage fire that was fully involved with 2 vehicles involved in front of the garage. 3 houses... Read More.

President Trump’s Rally Set for Hangar 509 at Salina Airport

Wednesday, October 28

President Donald Trump will return to Kansas this weekend for a campaign rally in support of Senator Roger Marshall. The event will take place at Salina Regional Airport on Saturday, inside Hangar 509. Organizers have opened RSVP seating for the rally. Doors open at 8:30... Read More.

FY2027 Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program Funding Opportunity

Tuesday, October 27

The Kansas Highway Patrol, as the State Administrative Agency, invites Kansas law enforcement agencies to apply for the fiscal year 2027 (FY2027) Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program. The FY2027 allocation for the state of Kansas is $3,725,420 statewide, including state-level projects and administration. Funding... Read More.

McPherson College Hosts Area Art Students in Gallery Exhibition

Tuesday, October 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — Each year, McPherson College invites Kansas high school students to exhibit their best art and compete for prizes and scholarships at the Art POP exhibition in Friendship Hall at the college. The exhibition is open through Nov. 12. The exhibit features art... Read More.

KDA Launches Search for Chief Engineer

Tuesday, October 27

MANHATTAN, Kansas — The Kansas Department of Agriculture announced today that it has officially opened its search for qualified applicants to fill the position of Chief Engineer. The position will be open upon the retirement of Chief Engineer Earl Lewis on November 20. The Chief... Read More.

Reno County Seeks Proposals to Fight Addiction

Tuesday, October 27

Applications due Nov. 25, 2026, for projects addressing substance use prevention, treatment, and recovery Reno County, Kansas – October 27, 2026 – The Opioid Settlement Funds Advisory Oversight Committee is accepting grant proposals for 2027 funding through the Reno County/Hutchinson Fights Addiction Fund. Local organizations... Read More.

Sunflower Adult Day Services Seeking Temporary Facility, Financial Donations to Restore Services

Tuesday, October 27

Sunflower Adult Day Services, a nonprofit organization serving adults with care needs and their families, is urgently seeking community support following a devastating fire that severely damaged its facility at 401 W. Iron Avenue during the early morning hours of October 7. The fire caused... Read More.