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Tabor, Textron Relationship Taking Off

Monday, July 15

By Tabor College HILLSBORO, Kan. — Tabor College continues to build on its partnership with one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies. Ten students have held internships at Textron Inc., over the past two years, including six in summer 2024. Two graduates from the 2024... Read More.

Barton Foundation and American Plains Co-op Partner to Support New Ag Complex

Monday, July 15

By Maggie Harris, Barton County Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The opening of the new Ag and Transportation Complex at Barton Community College is approaching this August, and to assist with ongoing projects at the complex, the Barton Foundation has received a significant... Read More.

K-State’s Culpepper Taken 21st Overall by the Twins in 2024 MLB Draft

Monday, July 15

-- K-STATE ATHLETICS RELEASE -- MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) – K-State infielder Kaelen Culpepper became the program's first positional player taken in the first round Sunday night, as he was taken 21st overall by the Minnesota Twins in the 2024 Major League Baseball Draft. "When you look... Read More.

Great Bend Economic Development Receives Grant Funds from the Patterson Family Foundation for IGNITE Innovation Center Project

Monday, July 15

By the Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) is pleased to announce the receipt of $394,000 from the Patterson Family Foundation Thriving Rural Grant program. The grant funds will allow GBED to purchase equipment and furnishings for the... Read More.

United Kansas Party Files Lawsuits to Challenge State Law Forbidding Multi-Party Nominations

Monday, July 15

State law since 1901 blocks candidates from accepting cluster of party endorsements By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (JULY 12, 2024 ) — The newly formed United Kansas Party and eight individuals collaborated to file a pair of lawsuits in an attempt to overturn... Read More.

Senator Marshall Statement on Assassination Attempt Against President Trump

Saturday, July 13

By the Office of U.S. Senator Roger Marshall Kansas City, Kan. - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. released the following statement regarding the assassination attempt against President Trump that took place earlier today: “Tonight, we watched in horror as an assassination attempt was made on President... Read More.

Structure Fire at 427 Urban Street in 102-Degree Heat, No Injuries

Saturday, July 13

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — This afternoon, at 2 p.m., Hutchinson Fire Department (HFD) responded to a structure fire at 427 Urban St. First arriving crews found a small single-story structure with smoke rolling out of the attic vents. According to a statement from HFD Division Chief... Read More.

Monarchs have big second inning in rout of Diamond Kings

Saturday, July 13

By Brad Hallier The Hutchinson Monarchs scored six runs with two outs in the second inning Friday night, and the Monarchs won their seventh straight game in a 13-0 win over the Diamond Kings. The win improved the Monarchs to 21-7 in Jayhawk Collegiate League play.... Read More.

Marion Activity Bus Catches Fire Near McPherson, No Injuries

Friday, July 12

By Brenna Eller McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — A Marion High School Activity Bus caught fire north of McPherson on I-135 Friday, July 12, 2024. Marion High School football players and coaches were on their way home from a football camp at Kansas Wesleyan University. According to... Read More.

Former Jayhawks, Wildcats and Shockers Look to Earn Spot on NBA Roster in NBA 2K25 Summer League

Friday, July 12

Friday, July 12 marks the beginning of the 2024 NBA 2K25 Summer League in Las Vegas, Nev., where basketball prospects from around the world look to earn a spot on an NBA roster for the 2024-25 season. Former Jayhawks, Wildcats and Shockers are amongst... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, July 12

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) issued today a public health advisory for the following due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio App Great Summer Giveaway

Friday, July 12

📲 Download the updated Ad Astra Radio App at the links below and complete the registration form on the App home page! You’ll be entered to win Royals tickets, State Fair gate passes, Windsurge tickets, and rounds at Hutch Putt! Contest ends July 31st! Read More.