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Update on Plevna Tornado and Upcoming Fundraiser May 30

Wednesday, May 28

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Reno County Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar gave County Commissioners an update on the May 18th Plevna Tornado during their meeting Tuesday. Twenty-eight homes sustained some degree of damage from that tornado, with nine homes destroyed. Weishaar said every rural fire... Read More.

Information Sought on Shots Fired Early Sunday at Pawnee County Fairgrounds

Wednesday, May 28

LARNED, Kan. — The Pawnee County Sheriff's office is asking for the public's assistance involving a shooting incident early Sunday morning following the Crazy Horse 2.0 Concert at the Pawnee County Fairgrounds. At about 1:30 a.m., a dark colored pickup entered the rodeo grounds near... Read More.

Veteran Coach Josh Eilert Joins WSU Men’s Basketball Staff

Wednesday, May 28

WICHITA, Kan. (GoShockers.com) - Wichita State men's basketball head coach Paul Mills announced the hiring of Josh Eilert as a new assistant coach Tuesday afternoon. Eilert replaces the assistant coach position that was previously held by Quincy Acy. "Quincy... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Kaden Elmore, Moundridge Track and Field

Wednesday, May 28

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce this week's Athlete of the Week as Moundridge High School senior Kaden Elmore. The week - Elmore swept the 100, 200 and 400 meters at the Class 2A regional in Marion. Elmore was the only... Read More.

Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale Holds Annual Meeting, Presents $678,750 to MCC Central States Office

Tuesday, May 27

HESSTON, Kan. — On Thursday evening, May 22nd, the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS) held its Annual Meeting at Hesston College Mennonite Church in Hesston. This year’s theme was “May Christ rule our hearts”, based on Colossians 3:15. The highlight of the evening was... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Report from Road and Bridge Supervisor on Washouts in Allen County, Other Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, May 27

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners Tuesday authorized signing of the petition that starts the process that could lead to a delinquent tax sale later this year. County Counselor Bob Johnson said as of now there are 105 parcels on which three or... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners Receive Unmodified Opinion in 2024 Audit Report, Approve Stop Signs to be Placed along South Walnut Intersection, Upcoming Projects and Events

Tuesday, May 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — The city of McPherson received an unmodified, or clean, opinion in its 2024 audit report, which was presented to the City Commission Tuesday based on the regulatory basis of accounting used by nearly every local governmental unit in Kansas. Because the... Read More.

ReUse It Center Employee Spotlight: Dedicated Leader Ron Mork

Tuesday, May 27

McPHERSON, Kan. — Ron Mork began his journey with the ReUse It Center as a volunteer in 2016. Just a year later, in 2017, he joined the board and served faithfully for six years. In 2020, Ron stepped into a new role as the... Read More.

K-State Baseball Selected for Austin Regional

Tuesday, May 27

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - The Kansas State baseball team received an at-large bid to the 2025 NCAA Division I Baseball Championship on Monday, as the Wildcats were selected as the No. 3 seed at the Austin Regional. K-State (31-24) was selected as the No. 3... Read More.

Kansas Baseball Headed to Sixth NCAA Regional in Program History

Tuesday, May 27

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Kansas baseball has been selected for the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship for the first time since 2014 after earning an at-large berth on Monday. The Jayhawks will head on the road as a No. 2 seed and play the... Read More.

The Wesley Announces Strategic Partnership with NEXDINE Hospitality to Deliver a Modernized Dining and Hospitality Experience

Tuesday, May 27

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Wesley, a leading Continuing Care Retirement Community, is proud to announce a new partnership with NEXDINE Hospitality to enhance and modernize dining and hospitality services for all levels of living. This strategic collaboration is designed to bring a Modern Dining Experience... Read More.

Relay For Life of Saline County Returns with New Venue and $55,000 Goal to Fight Cancer

Tuesday, May 27

SALINA, Kan. — The American Cancer Society is getting ready for the 2025 Relay For Life of Saline County on Saturday, May 31 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at a new location: Saint Francis Ministries, 110 W. Otis in North Salina. This year's theme... Read More.