News – Page 7 – Ad Astra Radio

Highway Worker Killed in Saline County

Wednesday, July 29

A highway worker died after a pickup hit workers along I-135 in Saline County Tuesday morning. Troopers say a northbound Dodge Ram left the road, hit a parked vehicle, then overturned and struck five workers. Toby Marco of Abilene was killed. Two others were hospitalized with... Read More.

Three Day Grace Period Will Stand

Wednesday, July 29

The Kansas Court of Appeals has upheld a ruling that reinstates the three-day grace period for returning mail-in ballots ahead of the August 4 primary election. The court denied Secretary of State Scott Schwab’s request to keep legislation ending the grace period. For now, mail-in ballots... Read More.

Old Chicago at Hilton Garden Inn to Host Benefit for Ramirez Family Following House Fire

Wednesday, July 29

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Old Chicago, located inside the Hilton Garden Inn in Hutchinson, is inviting the community to come together for a day of support and generosity as they host a benefit for the Ramirez family, who recently lost their home in a devastating... Read More.

Author Covers Kansas Politics at Smoky Hill Museum

Tuesday, July 28

A First Thursday event in August at the Smoky Hill Museum will explore the push-and-pull, pattern of the Kansas state government Join Michael Smith, professor of political science at Emporia State, August 6 at 5:30, as he discusses his new book, Reform and Reaction. Tracing the... Read More.

Kansas Lifts Stream Advisory After Flooding and Sewage Threats Resolved

Tuesday, July 28

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has lifted its stream advisory for Southeast and Southcentral Kansas. Officials say recent flooding and sewage bypass threats are over, and water is now safe. Earlier, several wastewater plants released untreated sewage due to storms or system... Read More.

Bridgebuilders BBQ Returns to Hutchinson on Thursday

Tuesday, July 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The 7th Annual Bridgebuilders BBQ will return this year to the Home Builders Shelter in Cary Park. This event, organized in collaboration with the City of Hutchinson and groups like the Hutchinson Police Department, Wisdom in Motion, NAACP Youth and Hutch... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Adopts New Dog Leash Policy to Enhance Safety on Fairgrounds

Tuesday, July 28

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair has adopted a new Dog Control Policy requiring all dogs on the Kansas State Fairgrounds to be under the physical control of their owner or handler while on the property. The policy is designed to enhance the... Read More.

Beyond Barriers Welcomes Four New Members, New Board Chair and Vice Chair to Board of Directors

Monday, July 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – July 27, 2026- Beyond Barriers is pleased to announce the addition of four new members to its Board of Directors, as well as a newly-elected Board Chair and Vice Chair. The organization welcomes Em Moss, Tara Hood (Goss), Todd Wilson, and Gavin Lusk,... Read More.

City of Hutchinson Responding to Multiple Water Main Breaks

Monday, July 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – [July 27, 2026]- City of Hutchinson Utility crews are responding to three water main breaks that are impacting traffic and water service in multiple areas of the city. These are the City's initial reports. Crews are actively assessing each location, and information... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Sylvia, Reno County

Monday, July 27

SYLVIA, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Sylvia public water supply system located in Reno County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior... Read More.

StartUp Hutch Hosts Entrepreneurship Connections: Connecting Infrastructure, Workforce & AI with Tonya Witherspoon on July 28

Monday, July 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – StartUp Hutch will host its next Entrepreneurship Connections event on Tuesday, July 28, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Sandhills Brewing, 111 W. 2nd Avenue in Hutchinson. Entrepreneurship Connections is a free networking event designed to bring together entrepreneurs, small business owners,... Read More.

Ethan Corson: Kansas is “More United Than Divided” in 2026 Governor’s Race

Friday, July 24

KANSAS - Kansas Senator and gubernatorial candidate Ethan Corson recently sat down with Ad Astra Radio’s Rob Mackey to reflect on a year of campaigning, the priorities he’s hearing from voters, and his vision for the state’s future. In a conversation that ranged from... Read More.