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Ad Astra Radio’s November Classroom Hero Tiffany Pacey, Presented by Heartland Credit Union

Friday, November 21

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the recipient of this month’s Classroom Hero Award, presented by Heartland Credit Union. Wiley Elementary School 4th Grade teacher Tiffany Pacey was presented the Classroom Hero Award on Thursday, Nov. 20. Each month, Ad Astra Radio... Read More.

McPherson County Community Foundation Philanthropist of the Year: Becky Goss

Thursday, November 20

At 6:00 p.m. tonight at the McPherson Opera House, celebrate the remarkable legacy of Becky Goss, this year’s Philanthropist of the Year. For 25 years, Becky has poured her heart into McPherson County, serving on numerous nonprofit boards, championing community projects and leading the Foundation... Read More.

Texas Man Appears in Pawnee County Court Following Alleged Fish and Game Violations in 2021 and 2022

Thursday, November 20

PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. - Brian C. Langston, 54 of Houston, Texas, made his formal First Appearance via Zoom Thursday morning before Pawnee Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell on a two count Criminal Complaint for alleged fish and game violations.Langston is charged with two counts of... Read More.

Senior Life Solutions at Kingman Healthcare Center Receives South Central Award of Merit from Gov. Laura Kelly

Thursday, November 20

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Jerika Francis, Program Director at Senior Life Solutions in Kingman, KS shared the program received a letter of merit and certificate from Governor Laura Kelly. The letter states that Senior Life Solutions is a South Central Award of Merit winner in... Read More.

Commerce Awards Over $7.6M in CDBG Grants to 19 Kansas Communities

Thursday, November 20

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced more than $7.6 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding has been awarded for 19 projects across Kansas. These investments are aimed at strengthening infrastructure, housing, and economic opportunities in... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s November Classroom Hero Jerrad Willis, Presented by Peoples Bank and Trust

Thursday, November 20

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce the most recent recipient of the Ad Astra Radio Classroom Hero Award presented by Peoples Bank and Trust. McPherson High School Language Arts teacher Jerrad Willis was presented the Classroom Hero Award on Tuesday, Nov.... Read More.

Governor Laura Kelly Proclaims December 13, 2025 as “Wreaths Across America Day” in Kansas

Wednesday, November 19

HAVEN, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today announced a statewide proclamation declaring December 13, 2025 as Wreaths Across America Day in Kansas, joining communities across the nation in honoring America’s fallen heroes and recognizing the sacrifices made by veterans and their families.Each wreath placed... Read More.

Kidron Bethel Village to Host Community Holiday Shopping Event

Wednesday, November 19

NORTH NEWTON, Kan. — Kidron Bethel Village will host its annual holiday community event, Holiday Market, on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Kidron Hall, 3001 Ivy Dr, North Newton. This free event is open to the public.Holiday Market features... Read More.

Open Door Health Services Announces New Partnership

Wednesday, November 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Open Door Health Services (ODHS) is expanding its network through a recent partnership with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.Beginning this month, the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Lab will be providing services to Open Door Health Services. Prior to November 2025, ODHS utilized... Read More.

TECH Brings Back Adopt-A-Client Program for the 2025 Holiday Season

Wednesday, November 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Embrace the Spirit of Giving this Holiday Season! Our Adopt-a-Client Program is back, and we need your help to make this Christmas extra special for people we serve here at TECH! This season, you have the power to bring joy, warmth,... Read More.

KDHE Launches New Wastewater Monitoring Dashboard

Wednesday, November 19

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has launched its new Kansas Wastewater Monitor for Respiratory Viruses dashboard.This interactive tool offers the public, policymakers, researchers, and other partners access to information on the presence of viruses in Kansas communities. Community members will... Read More.

Evergy Urges Customers to be Vigilant for Scams

Wednesday, November 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Evergy urges customers to watch out for utility scams. Today is Utility Scam Awareness Day November 19. This observance is part of a nationwide initiative with United Utilities Against Scams to raise awareness and educate customers about the growing threat of... Read More.