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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.

Lt. Governor David Toland Talks About Economic Development, Iola Theatre, and Future Plans

Monday, May 11

Despite economic headwinds nationally. Kansas Lt. Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland says Kansas is more than holding it's own. Toland told Iola Radio News Friday since he and Governor Laura Kelly took office nearly 7 ½ years ago, there has been... Read More.

Lt. Governor/Commerce Secretary David Toland Sees Positive Signs in Kansas Economy

Monday, May 11

Kansas Lt. Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland says while there is some uncertainty about the economy on a national level, there are positive signs in the Kansas economy. A significant development impacting economic development came last week when Moody's upgraded the State's... Read More.

Kansas Lt. Governor speaks of All Schools Day Connection, Kansas Economy

Monday, May 11

Many elected officials, and those seeking elected office, were in McPherson Friday for the All Schools Day Parade. One of them has a family connection to All Schools Day, that being Lieutenant Governor and Kansas Secretary of Commerce David Toland. Toland explained his... Read More.

Second-Straight Complete Game and Late-Inning Heroics Send Cougars to Wichita in 5-2 Series-Clinching Win at Fort Scott

Monday, May 11

One day after keeping its season alive, the Barton Community College baseball team punched its ticket to next week's Region 6/Plains District Tournament on Saturday afternoon at Lions Field. Behind another late ninth-inning rally and the team's second straight complete-game effort, this one from Braden... Read More.

Barton Softball Quieted in Region 6 Tournament Exit to Butler

Monday, May 11

The 5th-seeded Barton Community College softball team saw its 2026 season come to a close Saturday afternoon at the Region 6/Plains District Tournament, falling 6-2 to 2nd-seeded Butler Community College at Legend Park in Dodge City. The Cougars conclude a 29-26 season that produced multiple... Read More.

Barton Softball Stays Alive at Region 6 Tournament with Friday split

Monday, May 11

The 5th-seeded Barton Community College softball team split its opening day Friday at the Region 6/Plains District Tournament held at Legend Park in Dodge City, falling 16-8 in six innings to 4th-seeded Colby Community College before erupting for a 17-9 six-inning elimination victory over... Read More.

Justice Tosses Complete-Game Gem as Barton Forces Decisive Game 3 in 2-1 Win at Fort Scott

Monday, May 11

Behind Brian Justice's complete-game effort on the mound, the Barton Community College baseball team kept its season alive Friday morning at Lions Field, edging Fort Scott Community College 2-1 to even the Region 6/Plains District First Round series at one game apiece. Snapping its four-game... Read More.

Four Warriors Claim National Titles at NCCAA Outdoor Championship

Monday, May 11

WILMORE, Ky. – Sterling College Track and Field made some noise at the 2026 NCCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championship with four Warriors claiming the title of national champion in their individual events. The athletes include Belle Barnett in the women's high jump, Charles... Read More.