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Second Inmate Death in a Week at Hutchinson Correctional Facility

Friday, March 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — For the second time this week, an inmate at Hutchinson Correctional Facility has died. The Kansas Department of Corrections said Friday Devon Malechi Stutesman, 24, died Monday at an area hospital where he had been taken after being found unresponsive in... Read More.

Stream Advisory Rescinded for Smoky Hill River Located East of Salina

Friday, March 7

Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded a stream advisory for the Smoky Hill River from Salina east to the confluence with the Saline River that was issued on March 4. The stream advisory was a result of operational issues at the... Read More.

Meeting to Highlight the Biology and Conservation Status of the Monarch Butterfly

Friday, March 7

Expert to discuss biology, show tagging methods and discuss conservation efforts OTTAWA, Kan. — On April 1, 2025, the Frontier Extension District will host a meeting focused on several important aspects of the Monarch butterfly. The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. at Neosho County... Read More.

Upcoming Road Closures in McPherson County

Friday, March 7

McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — McPherson County Public Works Department representative David Hammar shared two road closures for the public to be aware of in the next few weeks. The McPherson County Public Works Department will be starting road construction just west of 8th Ave on... Read More.

Buhler Bowling: Girls Finish Third, Boys Fourth at 4-1A State

Friday, March 7

WICHITA, Kan. – The Buhler girls were in third place going into the Baker rounds at Thursday’s 4-1A State Bowling Tournament and finished third with a score of 2655. Andale bowled a 2766 to win the team title. Chanute was second. STANDINGS Andale: 2766 Chanute:... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Thursday High School Sub-State Basketball Scoreboard-3/6/25

Thursday, March 6

Healthy Blue Kansas Road to a Championship Presented by Thrive Allen County 4A Boys Sub-State Semifinals West Sub-State #2 (2) McPherson 64, (15) Ulysses 36 West Sub-State #3 (11) Hugoton 61, (3) Clay Center 54 East Sub-State #2 (3) Field Kindley 64, (14) Holton 60 (ot) 3A Girls Sub-State Semifinals Scott City Sub-State... Read More.

Barton County Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge Awards Student Entrepreneurs Cash Prizes

Thursday, March 6

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Barton County's fifth annual Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) continues to grow, showcasing the talents of young entrepreneurs and fostering an innovative business spirit among local students. On March 5, 2025, Barton County’s YEC Tradeshow was held at the Great Bend... Read More.

Celebrate 25 Years of Walk Kansas

Thursday, March 6

Dust off those walking shoes and join the fun and challenge of Walk Kansas, running March 30th -May 24th! This is a team-based program that will inspire you to lead a healthier life by being more active, making better nutrition choices, and learning positive... Read More.

Reno County Now Offers Fraud Notify Service

Thursday, March 6

RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Residents of Reno County now have a new way to combat property fraud, a rising financial crime. Reno County has added Fraud Notify as part of their recently installed new land records management system. Fraud Notify is offered free-of-charge to help... Read More.

New 2+2 Criminal Justice Agreement Between Bethany College and HutchCC

Thursday, March 6

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Bethany College has announced the expansion of its partnership with Hutchinson Community College (HutchCC) through a new 2+2 articulation agreement in Criminal Justice. This agreement provides students with a seamless pathway to earn an Associate of Arts in Criminal Justice Administration... Read More.

Buhler Girls Use Fast Start to Race Past Abilene in Substate Semis; Boys End Season at Wellington

Thursday, March 6

BUHLER, Kan. – The Buhler girls earned win 17 on the season Wednesday night, dispatching of Abilene in the semifinal round of substate, 62-41. The Crusaders used a 19-0 run late in the first quarter to distance themselves from the Cowgirls. A consistent effort to... Read More.

Banners Bring Awareness to National Agriculture Week in Local Communities

Thursday, March 6

OTTAWA, Kan. — Banners celebrating National Agriculture Week—March 16 – 22— have been hung along streets in Garnett and Ottawa to bring awareness to the impact of the local agricultural industry in each community. The ag awareness banner project is in its second year in... Read More.