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Hillsboro City Clerk Named New City Administrator

Wednesday, May 27

Danielle Bartel has been named the new City Administrator for Hillsboro. Bartel, currently Hillsboro's City Clerk, will begin her new duties July 1st as the permanent successor to Matt Stiles, who left earlier this year to become Saline County Administrator. In a... Read More.

U.S. 54 Reconstruction Project to Start June 1 in Iola

Wednesday, May 27

Work will begin the week of June 1 to reconstruct U.S. 54 through the heart of Iola in Allen County, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. The scope of the work includes: Reconstructing Madison Avenue (U.S. 54) and its sidewalks from near State Street... Read More.

Newton City Commission Approves Incentives for Barkman Honey Expansion

Wednesday, May 27

Newton City Commissioners have approved a tax rebate economic development grant for Barkman Honey for an expansion project at its processing and manufacturing facility in Newton. The Hillsboro-based company is the largest honey packer in the United States, also operating facilities in Florida, New... Read More.

Three Warriors Compete at 2026 NAIA Outdoor Track and Field Championships

Wednesday, May 27

ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Sterling College track and field finished off the season at the 2026 NAIA Outdoor Track and Field Championship on Wednesday through Friday, May 20-22. Despite the cloudy weather and rainy conditions, the Warriors had two athletes finish in the top 15... Read More.

Seidel earns CSC Academic All-District selection

Wednesday, May 27

The 2025-26 Academic All-District® Softball teams, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognize the nation's top student-athletes for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom. The CSC Academic All-America® program separately recognizes softball honorees in four divisions — NCAA Division I, NCAA... Read More.

Trio of Tigers Earn NCCAA All-Region Honors

Wednesday, May 27

McPherson, Kan. - Three Tiger Baseball players have earned NCCAA All-Region honors after their performances this season. Kurt Ippolito was named to the 1st team after batting .368 with 13 doubles, 13 homeruns and 57 RBI's and 19 stolen bases. Ippolito continued where he... Read More.

UPDATE – Hazmat Incident Closes Salina’s Kenwood Cove, Could Re-open Saturday

Wednesday, May 27

Salina Parks and Recreation said in an update Wednesday evening there was an equipment failure that impacted Lazy River Water, requiring it to be drained and re-filled. They currently anticipate being able to re-open for normal hours Saturday. Earlier story. Salina's Kenwood Cove Water Park has... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Morgan O’Neal, Haven Softball

Wednesday, May 27

Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Haven High School senior Morgan O'Neal as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - O’Neal had a massive regional tournament in helping the Wildcats win the championship. In three games, O’Neal... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Jo Rolph, Dry Creek Buffalo

Wednesday, May 27

“Oh give me a home where the buffalo roam.” That’s part of the Kansas state song, and it’s still true that bison – the American buffalo – can be found here in Kansas. Today we’ll meet a rural Kansas family that is raising buffalo and... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Discuss Bowlus Funding

Wednesday, May 27

Representatives of the Bowlus Fine Arts Center discussed 2027 funding with Allen County Commissioners Tuesday morning. The Bowlus currently receives funds based upon a specific mill levy, and Director Mandy Moyer and the Commission discussed making this a fixed sum, a concept. Commissioner Jerry... Read More.

Garnett City Commission to Pursue No Parking Zone Near St. Rose School

Wednesday, May 27

Garnett City Commissioners Tuesday night asked an ordinance be drafted to establish a no parking zone in the 500 block of East 4th in front of St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Catholic School. Residents in the area have voiced concerns about congestion in that... Read More.

Lindsborg City Council Approves Vehicle Lease Matters, Defers Action on Mowing Bid

Wednesday, May 27

The Lindsborg City Council Tuesday evening approved pay-down of leases on six vehicles it acquired under a 2022 fleet management agreement with Enterprise, and “flipping,” or trading in six other vehicles it acquired in the original agreement. The total cost of these transactions will... Read More.