McPherson News – Page 37 – Ad Astra Radio

Saline County to Adopt New Emergency Notification System

Tuesday, March 31

A new notification system is being adopted by Saline County. Salina 911 in conjunction with Saline County Emergency Management, the Salina Fire and Police Departments and Saline County Sheriff's Office have partnered with Regroup for a new mass emergency notification system to keep the community... Read More.

Salina Symphony Presents “Ode to Joy” Beethoven 9 May 3 at the Stiefel Theatre and May 2 at the Hutchinson Fox Theatre

Tuesday, March 31

SALINA, Kan. (March 31, 2026) — Join the Salina Symphony for Beethoven’s awe-inspiring Ninth Symphony on Sun., May 3, at 4 p.m. at the Stiefel Theatre. A cornerstone of classical music, the masterpiece builds to the iconic "Ode to Joy," a triumphant anthem of... Read More.

McPherson College and Barton School of Business at Wichita State Launch Accelerated MBA Pathway Partnership

Tuesday, March 31

WICHITA, Kan. — Wichita State University’s W. Frank Barton School of Business and McPherson College have announced a new academic partnership that will allow eligible McPherson College undergraduates to earn up to nine credit hours toward a Master of Business Administration degree at Wichita... Read More.

Kansas State Board of Education Names Finalists for Commissioner of Education

Tuesday, March 31

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Kansas State Board of Education has named three finalists for the position of Kansas commissioner of education following a national search conducted in partnership with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates. The Board will announce the next commissioner during its April 14 meeting. The... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Approve Special Use Permit for Landing Strip West of Lindsborg

Monday, March 30

McPherson County Commissioners Monday approved a special use permit for a landing strip west of Lindsborg. This would be between 8th and 9th Avenues south of Winchester Road, which is the McPherson/Saline County line. The strip would be used by members of a “bush... Read More.

Wynn Goering ’77 to Serve as Interim President

Monday, March 30

Wynn Goering, the current chair of the Bethel College Board of Directors, will assume the duties of interim president of Bethel College on July 1, the Board announced today after the conclusion of its spring meetings on March 26-28. Goering will step down from... Read More.

KBI Conducting Death Investigation in Ellsworth County

Monday, March 30

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is assisting the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office with investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 5-year-old in Brookville, Kansas. On Saturday, March 28, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a caller from a residence located south... Read More.

Firefighters Contain Large Grass Fire Near Burrton Friday Afternoon

Friday, March 27

Firefighters from Harvey and Reno counties battled a large grass fire near the county line northwest of Burrton Friday afternoon into the evening hours. The fire that began around 3:30 p.m. was generally in an area between Northwest 12th and 24th Streets between Woodberry and... Read More.

Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation Seeks Nominations for Wall of Honor

Friday, March 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Fairgrounds Foundation (KFF) is now accepting nominations for its prestigious Wall of Honor, an annual recognition established in 2005 to celebrate individuals, businesses, and organizations that have made — or continue to make — a significant difference in the Kansas... Read More.

MCCF Presents Canton, Galva and McPherson ‘Dream’ Grants

Thursday, March 26

This week, McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) spent time in Canton, Galva, and McPherson as part of its community celebrations. At each event, foundation staff connected with residents, shared more about the foundation’s impact, and enjoyed snacks from local caterers. During the celebrations, MCCF presented... Read More.

Special Education Teacher Meghan Mai Named March Classroom Hero

Thursday, March 26

McPHERSON, Kan. — Washington Elementary School 4th & 5th Grade Special Education teacher Meghan Mai strives to create a safe place for her students to build confidence and feel successful. Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Ms. Mai as this month’s recipient of the... Read More.

Emporia Man Killed in Head-On Crash Near Marion

Thursday, March 26

A 32-year-old Emporia man was killed early Thursday morning when his pickup collided with a semi northwest of Marion. The Kansas Highway Patrol said Gregory Scott Campbell was westbound on US 56 just east of Remington Road or K-256 just before 6 AM when he... Read More.