Hutchinson News – Ad Astra Radio

Service in Action—Investing in Lives—Building Connections

Wednesday, June 17

Listen to Ad Astra Radio's Interview with Dr. Lara Vanderhoof here Service in Action. Study Abroad with a Mission Focus to save lives. Thailand is known as The Land of Smiles and in partnership with Bread of Life/Paladin Rescue Alliance, NGO (Non-Government Organization),... Read More.

Hutch Rec Partnering with Salt City Orchestra for Two Upcoming Performances

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Salt City Orchestra will have its inaugural performance of 2026 at Dillon Nature Center on Friday, June 19 during the In Harmony with Nature outdoor concert. This free, family-friendly concert starts at 7 p.m. in the Mary Clark Community Courtyard... Read More.

Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale A Success

Tuesday, June 16

HILLSBORO, Kan. - On Friday, June 5th, the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Central States Office based in North Newton was presented with an $850,000 donation from the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS). MCC is a global, humanitarian not-for-profit represented by 15 Mennonite, Brethren in Christ,... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces One-Day BOGO Gate Admission Sale

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – For one day only, the Kansas State Fair is giving fairgoers a chance to save on gate admission with a Buy One, Get One Free ticket sale. On Tuesday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., fairgoers can purchase regular $10... Read More.

Reno County Commission Holds Special Session on BESS and Data Centers

Tuesday, June 16

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - The Reno County Commission met for a special session Monday evening at the courthouse to discuss potential regulations for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Data Centers. Despite lengthy debate, the commission failed to reach a consensus on new policies... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New Police Chief, Discusses Budget

Tuesday, June 16

The Lyons City Council Monday approved the hiring of a new police chief. Following a 20-minute executive session that included a background investigator, the Council approved Mayor Alicia Hommon's recommendation to hire Blake Nichols. Nichols will succeed Justin Holliday, who was terminated by the... Read More.

Kristi Showalter to Become Lyons Rotary Club President July 1, 2026

Tuesday, June 16

LYONS, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio would like to congratulate Account Executive Kristi Showalter as she takes on the role of Lyons Rotary Club President, effective July 1, 2026. Matt Stafford, past president of the Lyons Rotary Club and manager of Pride Ag Ace Hardware... Read More.

Entrepreneurship Connections Features Master Electrician Steven Brown on June 23

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – StartUp Hutch will host its next Entrepreneurship Connections event on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Sandhills Brewing, located at 111 W. 2nd Avenue in Hutchinson. The event will feature guest speaker Steven Brown, founder and master electrician... Read More.

Hutchinson Community College Preparing for Student System Transition

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College is preparing to transition from its current in-house student information system to the new J1 by Jenzabar, a modernized platform designed to improve the student experience and streamline college operations. As part of this transition, the College anticipates a... Read More.

Applications Now Open for Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Initiative Microgrants

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — June 15, 2026 — StartUp Hutch is now accepting applications for its Rural Business Resilience & Expansion Initiative Microgrants, designed to support existing small businesses in rural Reno County communities. Applications are now open and will be accepted on a rolling basis. Eligible... Read More.

DCOM: Live! Brings Disney Channel Era Tribute Concert to the 2026 Kansas State Fair

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Fans can sing, dance and relive the music that defined a generation when DCOM: Live! comes to the 2026 Kansas State Fair on Sunday, September 20 at 4 P.M. The high-energy tribute concert will close out the Kansas Star Casino Grandstand... Read More.

Hutchinson City Council to Hold Public Hearing on ‘Meadows on Monroe’ Housing Project

Friday, June 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson may take another step toward addressing housing next week. City officials have scheduled a public hearing for next Tuesday, June 16, to discuss the proposed "Meadows on Monroe" Reinvestment Housing Incentive District (RHID). The project, which aims to boost new residential... Read More.