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VFW Department of Kansas Recognizes March as Women’s Military History Month

Tuesday, March 3

KANSAS (March 3, 2026) — The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Department of Kansas joins the nation in recognizing March as Women's Military History Month, honoring the service, sacrifice, and leadership of women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Women have played... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Ladder Truck Purchase, Authorizes Financial Analyst Position, Approves Events

Tuesday, March 3

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson City Commission Tuesday approved a resolution for a temporary note to purchase a new ladder truck for the Fire Department. This replaces a 2009 unit that is nearing the end of its life under NFPA standards. The 100-foot aerial platform... Read More.

Managing Cattle Nutrition During Pasture Recovery

Tuesday, March 3

K-State beef cattle expert outlines how to use donated hay wisely and protect cow body condition after a wildfire event MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — Persistent drought has already tested ranchers across western Kansas this winter — and now, prairie fires have added another layer... Read More.

Cattle Chat: What Goes into Your Vet School Application

Tuesday, March 3

K-State beef cattle experts highlight what makes students stand out when applying for vet school MANHATTAN, Kan. (k-state.edu) — Experts from the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute recently provided insight into the veterinary school application process during an episode of the BCI... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves Pool Upgrades, New Police Copier and Budget Resolutions

Tuesday, March 3

LYONS, Kan. — At Monday's meeting, the Lyons City Council approved two items for the Municipal Swimming Pool. One was the purchase of a climbing wall for the pool. This is being purchased through the Arlan Company of Leawood, KS, which the city has... Read More.

Lyons Police Chief Suspended, Suspension Extended Pending Further Investigation

Tuesday, March 3

LYONS, Kan. — The suspension of Lyons Police Chief Justin Holliday by Mayor Alicia Hommon has been extended for two weeks. The suspension of Holliday was disclosed to the Lyons City Council by Hommon in an executive session during their last meeting on Feb.... Read More.

Lyons Junior Jace Grizzle Caps Off Unbeaten Season with State Wrestling Title

Monday, March 2

Lyons junior Jace Grizzle captured the 150-pound weight class state championship Saturday at the Kansas Class 3-2-1A state boys wrestling meet at Fort Hays State University’s Gross Memorial Coliseum. Grizzle decisioned Minneapolis sophomore Jasper Johns in the 150-pound weight class championship match and finished the... Read More.

Nickerson’s Elizabeth Dick Placed 2nd at 4A Girls State Wrestling

Monday, March 2

Nickerson High School senior Elizabeth “Liz” Dick placed second in the Kansas Class 4A girls state tournament at 235 pounds. Dick was pinned in the 235-pound weight class title match to Baldwin’s Finnley Kellerman and finished the season with a 28-2 record. Kellerman posted a... Read More.

Nickerson’s Monroe, Buhler’s Hershberger Place 3rd at 4A State Wrestling

Monday, March 2

Nickerson senior 165-pounder Kris Monroe placed third in the 165-pound weight class at the Kansas Class 4A boys state tournament Saturday at Salina’s Tony’s Pizza Events Center. Monroe now owns the school record for most wins in a season (45) and posted the highest state... Read More.

Three Reno County Sabres Teams Capture Championships at KCBA Tournament

Monday, March 2

Three Reno County Sabres teams captured championships at the Kansas Christian Basketball Association Tournament Friday and Saturday. The tournament games were played at Salina Fieldhouse, Lakewood Middle School and Salina South Middle School. The Reno County Sabres defeated Smoky Valley Home Educators in the Division I... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Monday Statewide Sub-State Basketball Scoreboard-3/2/26

Monday, March 2

1A-DI Girls Sub-State Clifton-Clyde Sub-State 1 Semifinals (1) Wabaunsee 74, (8) Rural Vista 25 (4) Troy 91, (5) Goessel 37 Clifton-Clyde Sub-State 2 Semifinals (2) Centralia 70, (10) Frankfort 22 (6) Clifton-Clyde 56, (3) Olpe 41 Madison Sub-State 1 Semifinals (1) Little River 57, (8) Flinthills 26 (4) South Haven 49, (5) Central-Burden 20 Madison Sub-State 2 Semifinals (2)... Read More.

Leathers, Hall Earn Podium Spot as Bullpup Wrestling Ends Season at State

Monday, March 2

SALINA, Kan. - McPherson High School Boys & Girls Wrestling closed the 2025-26 season at the State Wrestling Championships in Salina Feb. 27-28, seeing Carter Leathers and Dylan Hall finish the season as medalists. Leathers built off of a Regional Championship performance to finish 3rd in... Read More.