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McPherson 4th of July Fireworks Postponed to Sunday

Saturday, July 4

Due to rain earlier today, the McPherson 4th of July Fireworks and other activities schedule for Wall Park this evening has been postponed to Sunday. McPherson Convention and Visitors Bureau Director Joni Reigner told Ad Astra News all activities that were planned for tonight, including... Read More.

Goessel Requesting Damage Reports, Sets Tentative Limb Pickup Plans

Saturday, July 4

In the wake of Saturday morning's wind damage,the city of Goessel is working on a disaster report to submit to the state of Kansas, which could result in assistance being made available, depending on what that amounts to. The city has provided the following... Read More.

Severe Storms Impact Central Kansas Saturday Morning, More Possible Later Today

Saturday, July 4

The first of two potential rounds of severe weather for the 4th of July produced gusty winds and isolated damage reports. The National Weather Service in Wichita reported a 74 mile an hour wind gust at Hutchinson Regioal Airport as storms came through... Read More.

Ellsworth Man Killed in Early Saturday Morning Accident

Saturday, July 4

An Ellsworth man died early Saturday morning after he was struck by a pickup in Russell County. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol a passenger in the truck, Aiden Moyer, lost his hat out the right front door window at 195th and Lincoln Lane,... Read More.

MCCF Announces Change in Grant Application Process

Thursday, July 2

The McPherson County Community Foundation has reopened its grant application process and announced several changes that will take effect with the new grant year beginning July 1. The foundation’s regular grant cycle closes each year on May 15 before reopening July 1. The updates... Read More.

Affidavits Released in Fatal Shooting, Aggravated Battery Incidents; Charges Filed Involving Related Drinking Party

Thursday, July 2

Affidavits connected to two criminal cases against Daniel Hawkinson have been released. Hawkinson is charged with voluntary manslaughter in the January 31st shooting death of Joshua Soden southwest of Inman, and aggravated battery in connection with an incident December 20th at an underage... Read More.

Gary Allan Live in Concert at United Wireless Arena this November

Thursday, July 2

DODGE CITY, Kan., (June 2026) — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce the return of GARY ALLAN to Dodge City on Friday, November 13th. Doors will open at 6:30 PM on November 13th and the show will start at 7:30... Read More.

Four Area Communities to Receive Downtown Rehabilitation Grants

Thursday, July 2

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $750,000 in Downtown Revive & Thrive grants to support nine building renovation projects across Kansas including four in this area. When matched with more than $286,000 in... Read More.

Central Kansas Organizations Awarded Community Service Tax Credits

Wednesday, July 1

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.13 million in Community Service Program (CSP) Tax Credits to support significant fundraising efforts for 24 non-profit organizations across Kansas. “Non-profit organizations throughout the state are doing... Read More.

Remembering the First Fireworks Display In McPherson

Tuesday, June 30

Submitted to Ad Astra Radio by John Duerksen When approaching this 250th anniversary of the United States establishment, It would be good to look back to the Bi Centennial celebration back in 1976. The McPherson JC's was still a functioning organization, and decided that it... Read More.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas, YMCA 360 Announce Access Expansion

Tuesday, June 30

YMCA 360, the digital health solution for YMCAs across the United States, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) are teaming up to make healthy living accessible to BCBSKS members 24/7. BCBSKS is the largest and only local, not-for-profit, health plan, serving... Read More.

Rock Fest at the Fair Completes the 2026 Kansas State Fair Grandstand Lineup

Tuesday, June 30

A night of rock music featuring From Ashes to New with Saliva and Saving Abel HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A hard-hitting night of rock is coming to the 2026 Kansas State Fair. Saturday, September 19 will be Rock Fest at the Fair featuring From Ashes to... Read More.