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Blue Dragons are NO. 2 in NJCAA preseason Poll

Wednesday, August 19

The Hutchinson Community College football team will start the new season at No. 2 in the NJCAA Division I Preseason Rankings, which were released on Monday. One year ago, the Blue Dragons went through the 2025 regular season undefeated to earn a berth in the... Read More.

Boys State of Kansas Announces Awards, Highlights From 2026 Session

Wednesday, August 19

August 19, 2026 — High school students from across the State of Kansas participated in the 2026 session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas, held May 31 through June 6 at Kansas State University in Manhattan. This was the program’s 34th consecutive... Read More.

Saltcity Racing Season Finale: ‘Saving the Best for Last’

Tuesday, August 18

Saltcity Racing will hold its season-ending race nights Friday and Saturday at the Kansas State Fairgrounds half-mile race track. Saltcity Racing said it’s “saving the best for last” for the final races of the season. The Nutrien Ag Solutions Revival Super Dirt Series Presented by Sunoco makes... Read More.

Las Vegas Raiders’ Sixth-round Rookie Receiver Malik Benson Earning First-team Reps

Tuesday, August 18

In Las Vegas Raiders’ rookie wide receiver Malik Benson’s first NFL training camp, he’s making his presence felt, according to NBC Sports and Pro Football Talk. NBC Sports/PFT NFL Reporter Michael David Smith said Raiders’ head coach Klint Kubiak likes what he sees from Benson,... Read More.

2027 Kansas Shrine Bowl Head Coaches Announced

Tuesday, August 18

The Kansas Shrine Bowl has announced the selection of Randall Zimmerman, Junction City High School, and Andrew Gantenbein, Osage City High School, to serve as the head coaches for the 54th Kansas Shrine Bowl on Saturday, June 26, 2027. The head coaches are selected from the group... Read More.

Buhler Girls Golfer Macy Miller Recognized by Sports in Kansas

Tuesday, August 18

Macy Miller, a 2027 senior at Buhler High School, returns after qualifying for the 2025 4A state tournament and placing 15th with a 171 (85-86). Miller was selected by Sports in Kansas player to watch. Miller and her Buhler Crusader teammates will be open the season... Read More.

Sports in Kansas Recognizes Anika Paulsrud as Golfer to Watch

Saturday, August 15

Anika Paulsrud, a 2028 Hutchinson Trinity High School junior competing for the Buhler High School girls golf team, enters the season as one of the top returning Class 4A golfers. Sports in Kansas recognized Paulsrud as a Girls Golfer to Watch for the 2026 season. Paulsrud... Read More.

Ty Simpson Throws 2 TD Passes, Rallies Rams past Chiefs

Saturday, August 15

Kansas City, Mo. - Rookie running back Emmett Johnson led the Chiefs in rushing with 59 yards over 12 attempts, while seventh-round pick rookie quarterback Garrett Nussmeier completed 13 of 19 passes for 98 yards. Second-year tight end Jake Briningstool led Chiefs receivers with... Read More.

Important Fan Information for Saturday’s Preseason Game at Arrowhead Stadium

Thursday, August 13

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The Kansas City Chiefs will host the Los Angeles Rams on August 15 at Arrowhead Stadium. Fans can find important information and reminders regarding Saturday's game below. Chiefs Charity Game and Junior Chiefs Cheerleaders Recognized as the top philanthropic game of its type... Read More.

K-State WBB Signs Osazuwa to 2026-27 Roster

Thursday, August 13

MANHATTAN, Kansas – K-State women's basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has added another international talent to the 2026-27 roster, as forward Cristina Osazuwa from Italy has signed with the Wildcats. "Cristina gives us a power forward that is versatile enough to play away... Read More.

Former Blue Dragon Danny Saili Commits to Oklahoma Through Transfer Portal

Wednesday, August 12

Former University of Arkansas and Hutchinson Community College defensive tackle Danny Saili has committed to the University of Oklahoma football team through the transfer portal. Saili is able to transfer to the Sooners thanks to a federal court ruling in Colorado that gave the Class... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Eli Gaeddert, Goessel Track and Field

Wednesday, August 12

Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Eli Gaeddert, upcoming senior at Goessel High School this year, as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Gaeddert swept the distance races at the Class 1A state track and field... Read More.