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Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale A Success

Tuesday, June 16

HILLSBORO, Kan. - On Friday, June 5th, the Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) Central States Office based in North Newton was presented with an $850,000 donation from the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS). MCC is a global, humanitarian not-for-profit represented by 15 Mennonite, Brethren in Christ,... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Announces One-Day BOGO Gate Admission Sale

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – For one day only, the Kansas State Fair is giving fairgoers a chance to save on gate admission with a Buy One, Get One Free ticket sale. On Tuesday, June 23, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., fairgoers can purchase regular $10... Read More.

Reno County Commission Holds Special Session on BESS and Data Centers

Tuesday, June 16

RENO COUNTY, Kan. - The Reno County Commission met for a special session Monday evening at the courthouse to discuss potential regulations for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Data Centers. Despite lengthy debate, the commission failed to reach a consensus on new policies... Read More.

USD 418 Hears Bond Project Updates, Approves SME PRIME Agreement

Tuesday, June 16

A major part of Monday night's McPherson USD 418 Board of Education meeting was dedicated to updates on bond projects. Duane Cash in Incite Design Group told the board schematic design work has been completed on the High School and Middle Schools projects. ... Read More.

McPherson City Commission Approves Lot Split Regulation Change, CCCK rezoning, Pavement Study

Tuesday, June 16

A change in subdivision regulations related to lot splits was approved by the McPherson City Commission Tuesday. The ordinance will permit two lot splits to occur before a replat is required and also gives the Subdivision Administrator authority to bring a lot split to... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New Police Chief, Discusses Budget

Tuesday, June 16

The Lyons City Council Monday approved the hiring of a new police chief. Following a 20-minute executive session that included a background investigator, the Council approved Mayor Alicia Hommon's recommendation to hire Blake Nichols. Nichols will succeed Justin Holliday, who was terminated by the... Read More.

Kristi Showalter to Become Lyons Rotary Club President July 1, 2026

Tuesday, June 16

LYONS, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio would like to congratulate Account Executive Kristi Showalter as she takes on the role of Lyons Rotary Club President, effective July 1, 2026. Matt Stafford, past president of the Lyons Rotary Club and manager of Pride Ag Ace Hardware... Read More.

Day 4, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, June 16

KANSAS - This is day 4 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Harvest is well underway across the state, with progress varying... Read More.

Entrepreneurship Connections Features Master Electrician Steven Brown on June 23

Tuesday, June 16

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – StartUp Hutch will host its next Entrepreneurship Connections event on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Sandhills Brewing, located at 111 W. 2nd Avenue in Hutchinson. The event will feature guest speaker Steven Brown, founder and master electrician... Read More.

Hutchinson Community College Preparing for Student System Transition

Monday, June 15

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Hutchinson Community College is preparing to transition from its current in-house student information system to the new J1 by Jenzabar, a modernized platform designed to improve the student experience and streamline college operations. As part of this transition, the College anticipates a... Read More.

2026 Ambassador Ambush

Monday, June 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — On Tuesday, June 9th, a small but mighty group of Chamber Ambassadors and staff ambushed a group of our member businesses to show our appreciation and brighten their day. Arriving on the McPherson CVB trolley, our patriotically-themed crew sang, cheered, and presented... Read More.

OCCK, Inc. Transportation Announces Phase Two CityGo Route Changes

Monday, June 15

SALNIA, Kan. — OCCK, Inc. Transportation is announcing the second phase of changes to the Salina CityGo fixed route bus system, following the first phase of updates completed in 2025. Phase two changes will include the addition of a new Orange Route beginning August... Read More.