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Second Highest Number of Voters Turn Out for Kansas Primary

Wednesday, September 2

Kansas saw the second highest number of voters turn out for a primary election in state history this year, trailing only 2022 when a record number of ballots were cast in a primary election that decided the right to an abortion. The secretary of state... Read More.

August Total Revenue Receipts at $714.7M; 11.5% Above Estimate

Wednesday, September 2

TOPEKA, Kan. – The State of Kansas ends August 2026 with total revenue receipts at $714.7 million. That is $73.8 million, or 11.5%, above the estimate. Overall, total tax-only collections were up $66.5 million for August 2026, and up 11.9% from August 2025. Individual income tax... Read More.

KDHE Opens Applications for CPR Training and AED Funding Program

Wednesday, September 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is now accepting applications for state funding to support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and the purchase and maintenance of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The funding, authorized through House Bill 2513, is available to eligible public and nonpublic... Read More.

City of Fredonia Asks Residents to Conserve Water

Tuesday, September 1

FREDONIA, Kan. — The City of Fredonia is asking all water customers to voluntarily conserve water over the next 24 to 48 hours following multiple breaks on large-diameter water distribution lines. The city's Water Department worked through the night to repair the breaks, but the... Read More.

K-State Food Scientist Urges Consumers to Buy – or Update – Their Food Thermometer

Tuesday, September 1

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Where food safety is concerned, a food thermometer is kind of like the swiss army knife. It’s a must-have, multi-use tool in the kitchen. “It is one of the most important tools consumers can use to know when food is cooked properly... Read More.

Two Pedestrians Injured in Ottawa Crash

Tuesday, September 1

Two pedestrians were injured Tuesday morning after being struck by a vehicle in Ottawa. According to the Ottawa Police Department, officers, along with the Ottawa Fire Department and Franklin County EMS, were dispatched around 7:19 a.m. to the area of 11th Street and Cypress Street... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Honored with KAB Awards Including Posthumous Tribute to Lucky Kidd

Tuesday, September 1

Ad Astra Radio is honored to share that the Kansas Association of Broadcasters has selected Lucky Kidd to be the recipient (posthumously) of the 2026 Sonny Slater Award for Service to Station and Community. Lucky devoted so much time and care to his communities in... Read More.

I-70 Construction in Geary County Could Impact Game Day Travel

Monday, August 31

The Kansas Department of Transportation is alerting motorists to anticipate delays on I-70 and U.S. 77 in Geary County during periods of heavy travel, especially on weekends of Kansas State University home football games in nearby Manhattan. K-State’s first three football games will be... Read More.

Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission Approves Hunting Regulation, State Park Fee Changes

Sunday, August 30

The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission has approved a series of changes to hunting regulations and Kansas State Park fees, including new restrictions on nonresident waterfowl hunting and the return of a fall turkey season for Kansas residents. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks... Read More.

Lebo Woman Killed in Head-On Crash with Semi on I-35 in Coffey County

Saturday, August 29

An 80-year-old Lebo woman died following a vehicle-semi crash Friday evening, Aug. 28, on Interstate 35 in Coffey County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, the crash was reported around 8:32 p.m. when a 2015 Toyota Highlander traveling southbound was in the northbound lanes of... Read More.

Connect with Local Employers at the Humboldt Job Fair on September 23

Saturday, August 29

Job seekers and those considering a career change will have an opportunity to connect with local employers at the upcoming Humboldt Job Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 3 to 6 p.m. The event will be held at the Cubs Community Care Center, 1323... Read More.

Where Is the Blue Envelope in Iola on September 4?

Saturday, August 29

The Iola Area Chamber of Commerce is bringing back its popular I Spy Iola challenge for September’s First Friday, giving local residents a chance to search for a hidden blue envelope containing $50 in Chamber Bucks. The September challenge will take place Friday, Sept. 4,... Read More.