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KBI investigating misconduct allegations in Allen County Jail

Tuesday, December 23

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating allegations of misconduct involving an employee of the Allen County Sheriff's Office and an inmate at the Allen County Jail. According to a statement Tuesday afternoon from Chief Deputy and Public Information Officer Daren... Read More.

Rural Water District 101 Nitrate Level Remains Above Allowable Limits

Tuesday, December 23

Reno County, Kansas – December 23, 2025 – Revised from September 15, 2025 Nitrate levels have continued to be above allowable limits in Rural Water District 101, which serves the Yoder area. The last nitrate level test was collected on December 10, 2025. The level... Read More.

Gifting Forward Foundation Expands Reach During Second Annual 12 Days of Gifting Campaign

Tuesday, December 23

Great Bend, Kansas (December 2025) — The Gifting Forward Foundation is once again spreading holiday cheer through it's second annual 12 Days of Gifting campaign, awarding $1,000 each day to 12 nonprofit organizations that provide essential services across the region. New this year, the Foundation expanded the campaign to include... Read More.

The Grinch Comes to the Cosmosphere to Spread Holiday Spirit

Tuesday, December 23

Teenagers, adults, and children from all around come to see The Grinch this time of year. Seeing Santa is a tradition in many families, but it’s a special treat to see The Grinch as well. Whether someone is on the naughty or nice list,... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio’s Fall Outstanding Athletes: Galyon Continues to Shine as One of State’s Top Players

Tuesday, December 23

A soccer ball at Griff Galyon’s feet is a sight to behold. His touch on the ball is light and elegant, as Galyon’s feet absorb the ball like a sponge. The Hutchinson High junior can then dance with the ball with pizzazz and excitement, more... Read More.

Linn County Community Mourns Loss After Search for Missing 13 Year Old

Tuesday, December 23

LINN COUNTY, Kan. (December 23, 2025) — The Linn County community is mourning the loss of a 13-year-old juvenile that was reported missing to Linn County Sheriff's Office on Sunday, December 21. The Sheriff's Office received the report of the missing juvenile at approximately 6:20... Read More.

HRHS Holiday Card Project Brings Community, Students, and Healthcare Workers Together

Tuesday, December 23

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) is proud to continue its cherished Holiday Card Project, uniting over 1,000 students from the Hutchinson, Buhler, and Haven school districts to create personalized holiday cards for local healthcare workers. This heartwarming initiative, in collaboration with... Read More.

Salina City Commission Approves Budget Amendments, Log Jam Clearing Project Nearly Complete

Monday, December 22

SALINA, Kan. — Following a public hearing, Salina City Commissioners Monday approved amendments to the 2025 budget. The largest of these amendments are to the general fund, which will cover part of the over $1.2 million cost of clearing a log jam on the... Read More.

Gov. Kelly and Kansas City Chiefs Announce Agreement On Plans for State-of-the-Art Domed Stadium in Kansas

Monday, December 22

New stadium and mixed-use entertainment project is expected to create 20,000 jobs and generate more than $4 billion in economic impact for state TOPEKA, Kan. — Gov. Laura Kelly and the Kansas City Chiefs today announced that an agreement has been reached to build a... Read More.

Update: Linn County Sheriff’s Office Issues Statement of Loss

Monday, December 22

LINN COUNTY, Kan. (December 22, 2025) 6:10 PM — It is with profound sadness that the Linn County Sheriff’s Office confirms that a juvenile who was previously reported missing has been found deceased. Our community is mourning this heartbreaking loss. The family has been notified,... Read More.

NCCC Announces Fall Semester Honor Rolls

Monday, December 22

CHANUTE, Kan. — Neosho County Community College (NCCC) highlighted the success and persistence of 240 students this week with the release of the President’s Honor Roll and the Vice President’s Honor Roll for the Fall 2025 semester. “I would like to congratulate our students who... Read More.

McPherson County Commissioners Deny Request to Allow Liquor Sales for Battle of the Bands Event in February

Monday, December 22

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Commissioners Monday denied a request to allow liquor sales during a Battle of the Bands event in February at the 4-H Building. While Commissioners didn't have an objection to the event itself, a fundraiser for All Schools Day,... Read More.