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Leadership McPherson Class of 2026 Completes Program, Advances “Suds & Smiles” Community Initiative

Tuesday, May 12

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Chamber of Commerce announced today that the Leadership McPherson Class of 2026 has officially completed its nine-week leadership development program, celebrating the milestone with a luncheon at the McPherson Opera House. The longstanding program is built on the principle... Read More.

Hesston Boys Place Six Golfers in Top 10, Capture CKL Team Title by 43 Strokes

Tuesday, May 12

The Hesston Swather boys golf team placed six golfers in the top 10, including the top three spots, and won the Central Kansas League championship by 44 strokes. The CKL tournament took place Monday at the par-72 Crazy Horse Golf Course in Hutchinson. Hesston posted a... Read More.

Hutchinson Trinity Boys Run Away with HOA Tournament Title

Tuesday, May 12

The Hutchinson Trinity Catholic High School boys golf tournament won the Heart of America League Tournament by 29 strokes Monday at the par-71 Hesston Golf Course. The Trinity Celtics posted a 315 score to win the team title. Sterling placed second with a 344 score,... Read More.

Buhler Girls Soccer Team Shuts out Classical School of Wichita

Tuesday, May 12

The Buhler High School varsity girls soccer team pitched a 3-0 shutout against Classical School of Wichita Monday. The game was played at the Maize High School Soccer Stadium. Lakin Yoder scored two goals and assisted on another goal. Taylin Krafels had one goal and one... Read More.

Haven Baseball Team Celebrates Senior Night with Clearwater Split

Tuesday, May 12

The Haven High School baseball team celebrated Senior Night Monday by splitting a home doubleheader against Clearwater. Clearwater won the first game 5-3 and Haven won the second game 3-2. Haven seniors playing their final regular-season home games were Jaxson Wilder, Chris Barrientos, Welden Stanley and... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Monday High School Scoreboard Statewide-5/11/26

Tuesday, May 12

Baseball Clearwater 5, Haven 3 Haven 3, Clearwater 2 Kingman/Norwich 8, Douglass 5 Kingman/Norwich 18, Douglass 5 Ellinwood 6, Lincoln/Sylvan-Lucas 5 Ellinwood 15, Lincoln/Sylvan-Lucas 5 (5 innings) St. Mary’s Colgan 12, Iola 2 (5 innings) Crest 11, Erie 1 (5 innings) Crest 16, Erie 0 (3 innings) Marais des Cygnes Valley 14, Yates Center/Altoona-Midway... Read More.

Bethany College Names Dr. Josh Doak Dean of Student Affairs

Tuesday, May 12

Bethany College in Lindsborg has named Dr. Josh Doak Dean of Student Affairs, starting June 8th. Dr. Doak brings a strong background in student engagement, leadership development, and higher education and a student centered vision that will help strengthen campus life and student success at... Read More.

USD 418 Board Discusses Bond Projects, Adopts Cell Phone Ban, Tables Job Revision

Tuesday, May 12

The 89.5 million dollars in bonds McPherson USD 418 voters approved in March were sold Monday, and Clayton Kelly from Piper Sandler told the Board of Education last night those bonds brought an average interest rate of 4.80 percent, on the low end of... Read More.

Kansas Wheat Crop Experiencing Challenges this Spring

Tuesday, May 12

Extreme temperature change, weather damage and disease are posing an issue to Kansas producers, say K-State experts MANHATTAN, Kan. — Following fall weather that benefited wheat growth, Kansas producers are now facing challenges in wheat fields across the state. From drought stress and repeated freeze events... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Recognizes Hesston Golf as Boys Team of the Month for April

Tuesday, May 12

Each month, Ad Astra Radio recognizes a girls and boys Team of the Month, selected from area high schools. The Boys Team of the Month for April goes to the Hesston Golf team. The month: The Swathers finished the month with a bang, winning the... Read More.

Hutchinson Woman Passes Away in Fatal K96 Crash

Tuesday, May 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - A Hutchinson woman, 19-year-old Baylee Flynn, has passed away following a crash on K96, south of South Hutchinson on Monday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a Dodge Durango driven by a 19-year-old male was traveling northwest on K96 with Flynn... Read More.

HutchCC to Host Summer Boot Camps

Tuesday, May 12

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College will once again offer a variety of summer boot camp opportunities for students ages 14 and older, giving participants the chance to explore career fields, develop hands-on skills, and experience college life in a fun and engaging environment. The... Read More.