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Ad Astra Radio Welcomes Brayton Lind as Sports Director and Account Executive in Iola

Tuesday, June 9

IOLA, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is excited to announce Brayton Lind, from Gridley, Kan., as Sports Director and Account Executive in Iola. In addition, Lind will also become the new voice of the Iola High School Mustangs and Allen Community College Red Devils. “I'm looking... Read More.

“The M Factor 2: Before the Pause Coming to McPherson August 29th

Tuesday, June 9

McPherson Center for Health, in partnership with the McPherson Convention and Visitors Bureau, invites women throughout the region to attend The M Factor 2: Before the Pause, an evening dedicated to education, awareness, and support surrounding perimenopause and menopause. The event will be held... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio to Sponsor Hutchinson Monarchs Game on Cancer Awareness Night

Tuesday, June 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is honored to once again be a sponsor for the Hutchinson Monarchs baseball game on Cancer Awareness Night, Saturday, June 20, at Hobart-Detter Stadium in Carey Park. This year marks the 17th year for the Cancer Awareness Night event... Read More.

Allen County Commission Hears Proposal on Sales Tax Educational Program

Tuesday, June 9

Allen County Commissioners met with consultant Mike Taylor Tuesday to discuss development of an educational program connected with a proposal to place on the November General Election ballot a sales tax to support EMS services in Allen County. Taylor, who has worked on... Read More.

Storm Information for Salina Area

Tuesday, June 9

The Kansas Department of Transportation reports numerous signs were either damaged or missing after Monday night's storm. This mostly impacted Ellsworth, Lincoln, Ottawa and Saline Counties. While KDOT crews are working to repair or replace the signs, they advise this could take time as... Read More.

Extreme Wind, Heavy Rain Hits Central Kansas

Tuesday, June 9

UPDATE AT 10:45 AM Most Lindsborg residents have power back, according to City Administrator Tanner Foust, who reported there were still about 77 customers without power. Lindsborg saw extensive tree damage from the high wind. Faust also said the city is opening a cooling station... Read More.

Day 1, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report

Tuesday, June 9

KANSAS - This is day 1 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. Predicted to be one of the earliest harvests in recent... Read More.

Chanute City Commission Sets Hearing for RHID Creation, Receives Audit Report

Monday, June 8

The Chanute City Commission Monday set a July 13thpublic hearing on establishment of a Reinvestment Housing Incentive District for the Sharp and Naff Apartments renovation project at 29 West Main. The project will create around 15 apartment units and two commercial units. The Kansas... Read More.

Monarchs End Two-Game Skid with Big Win Over Derby

Monday, June 8

The Hutchinson Monarchs snapped a two-game skid on Sunday, routing the Derby Twins 12-1 at Hobart-Detter Field. The game ended after the top of the seventh inning due to the 10-run mercy rule. All five of the Monarchs' wins this season have been by mercy... Read More.

Lindsborg Man Promoted to Major by Kansas Highway Patrol

Monday, June 8

Kansas Highway Patrol Superintendent, Colonel Erik Smith announced that Captain Christopher Bauer has been promoted to Major. He will serve as Commander of the Protective Services Bureau, overseeing Troop K – Capitol Police, Troop L – Executive Protection Unit, and Troop R – Crisis... Read More.

Galva Bypass Option Removed From US 56 Corridor Study, Other Projects Move to Preliminary Design Phase

Monday, June 8

The Kansas Department of Transportation provided an update Monday afternoon on the US 56 corridor study between McPherson and Marion. This update covered internal discussions regarding potential projects in the corridor The major change affecting McPherson County is that KDOT has decided not to... Read More.

Flag Football Postseason Format, Basketball Rule Changes Highlight Upcoming KSHSAA Executive Board Meeting

Monday, June 8

Flag football will be on the agenda for the Kansas State High School Activities Association Executive Board agenda when the board meets Wednesday and Thursday at the KSHSAA office in Topeka, 601 SW Commerce Place. The June meeting is used to finalize 2026-27 activity manuals,... Read More.