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USD 418 Board Discusses Bond Projects, Adopts Cell Phone Ban, Tables Job Revision

Tuesday, May 12

The 89.5 million dollars in bonds McPherson USD 418 voters approved in March were sold Monday, and Clayton Kelly from Piper Sandler told the Board of Education last night those bonds brought an average interest rate of 4.80 percent, on the low end of... Read More.

Kansas Wheat Crop Experiencing Challenges this Spring

Tuesday, May 12

Extreme temperature change, weather damage and disease are posing an issue to Kansas producers, say K-State experts MANHATTAN, Kan. — Following fall weather that benefited wheat growth, Kansas producers are now facing challenges in wheat fields across the state. From drought stress and repeated freeze events... Read More.

Hutchinson Woman Passes Away in Fatal K96 Crash

Tuesday, May 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A Hutchinson woman, 19-year-old Baylee Flynn, has passed away following a crash on K96, south of South Hutchinson on Monday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a Dodge Durango driven by a 19-year-old male was traveling northwest on K96 with Flynn... Read More.

HutchCC to Host Summer Boot Camps

Tuesday, May 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College will once again offer a variety of summer boot camp opportunities for students ages 14 and older, giving participants the chance to explore career fields, develop hands-on skills, and experience college life in a fun and engaging environment. The... Read More.

Lt. Governor/Commerce Secretary David Toland Sees Positive Signs in Kansas Economy

Monday, May 11

Kansas Lt. Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland says while there is some uncertainty about the economy on a national level, there are positive signs in the Kansas economy. A significant development impacting economic development came last week when Moody's upgraded the State's... Read More.

AG Kobach Says Swatting Calls Coming From Single Foreign Source

Monday, May 11

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation says the recent round of “swatting” incidents has foreign roots. Five such incidents, where fake calls are made claiming a threat with the hope of prompting intensive law enforcement action, were reported last week in southeast Kansas. Attorney... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Authorizes Application to Extend Northview Sidewalk

Monday, May 11

At a special meeting Monday McPherson City Commissioners authorized submission of a Transportation Alternatives grant application for the 3rd phase of the Northview sidewalk extension that would also include a portion of North Maxwell. Public Works Director Eric Duerksen said this would extend... Read More.

McPherson County Commission Accepts TEAP Study, Hears Budget Requests

Monday, May 11

The McPherson County Commission Monday officially accepted the TEAP study conducted on two intersections along Old Highway 81 in the Moundridge area. This action allows the report prepared by Kirkham Michael to be submitted to KDOT. As we reported earlier, the study recommends converting... Read More.

St. Joseph Catholic School Kindergarten Teacher Receives May Classroom Hero Award

Monday, May 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — Kindergarten teacher Jennifer Wagner goes above and beyond for her students and colleagues at St. Joseph Catholic School in McPherson. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Miss Wagner as this month’s recipient of the Classroom Hero Award, presented by Peoples Bank... Read More.

McPherson Center for Health Celebrates Staff Graduates of Leadership McPherson

Monday, May 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Center for Health is proud to recognize two outstanding team members, Kelsi Hilger, Paramedic and Lieutenant with McPherson EMS, and Colton Arnold, Certified Surgical Technician (CST), on their recent graduation from Leadership McPherson. Leadership McPherson is a respected community program designed... Read More.

Hutchinson Community Foundation Hosting Summer Workshops Focusing on Data Strategy and Leadership

Monday, May 11

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Leveraging data and practicing leadership will be the focus of a series of free professional development opportunities hosted by Hutchinson Community Foundation this summer as part of its ongoing Nonprofit Strength Initiative. Staff and board members of community-based organizations serving Reno County... Read More.

Jo Dee Messina Brings Bridges Tour to the Kansas State Fair

Monday, May 11

Country Stars Take The Kansas Star Casino Grandstand Stage Sunday, September 13 at 7:30 PM HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Country music icon Jo Dee Messina will bring her signature powerhouse vocals and chart-topping hits to the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Messina will take the stage at... Read More.