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Hutch Trinity, Sterling, Ellinwood Football Athletes Earn All-District Honors

Friday, November 21

The 1A District VII All-League Football team was released on Thursday, Nov. 20, which includes athletes from Hutchinson-Trinity Catholic, Sterling, and Ellinwood High Schools.Trinity's Drew Dechant, who was named the most recent Ad Astra Radio Athlete of the Week, earned First Team All-District... Read More.

Ellinwood Completes 47-0 Run with 2A State Volleyball Title

Saturday, November 1

The Ellinwood Eagles volleyball team completed their dream season by winning the Kansas Class 2A state volleyball championship Saturday afternoon at Dodge City’s United Wireless Arena.Ellinwood finished the season with a 47-0 record.Ellinwood defeated Blue Rapids-Valley Heights in the championship match 25-16, 25-23.Hillsboro defeated... Read More.

The Center for Counseling and Consultation Refocuses Plans for Ellinwood Project, Reaffirms Commitment to Crisis Stabilization and Veterans Support

Tuesday, October 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — October 14, 2025 — The Center for Counseling and Consultation has announced a change in direction for the proposed Crisis Stabilization and Veterans Housing Project in Ellinwood, Kansas.Originally designed as an eight-bed crisis stabilization unit combined with housing for veterans, the project... Read More.

Trinity Defense Shines in Shutting Out Ellinwood

Friday, October 10

Drew Dechant threw for a season-high 163 yards on a season-high 11 completions, and Trinity Catholic posted its first shutout of the season Friday, as the Celtics won their fifth straight game by blanking Ellinwood 26-0.The Celtics held the Eagles' powerful running game in... Read More.

Sterling Maintains Perfect Record, Routs Ellinwood

Saturday, September 27

ELLINWOOD - The Sterling Black Bears continued their strong start to the season with a convincing 43–8 road win over previously unbeaten Ellinwood on Friday night.Sterling wasted no time setting the tone, driving the length of the field on its opening possession and finishing... Read More.

Ellinwood High School Volleyball Wins Summer Camp Championship in Nebraska

Tuesday, July 15

KEARNEY, Neb. - The Ellinwood High School Varsity Volleyball team finished their summer season at the University of Nebraska-Kearney (UNK), claiming the UNK A Division team camp title.The team finished pool play with a 14-2 record, performing against tough competition from Kansas, Nebraska, Colorado, Iowa,... Read More.

Ellinwood Schools Announces Date for Athletic & Activities Benefit Golf Tournament

Tuesday, June 17

ELLINWOOD, Kan. - Ellinwood Public Schools announced via social media that their Ellinwood Athletic/Activities Dept. Benefit Golf Tournament will be held Sunday, Aug. 17.The tournament is a fundraiser as all proceeds go to the Ellinwood Athletic/Activities Department to help their student-athletes. It's also a chance... Read More.

Ellinwood Freshman Wirtz Secures Three Golds to Highlight State Track & Field

Sunday, June 1

WICHITA, Kan. – It was a successful weekend for multiple athletes from the Larned/Golden Belt area of Ad Astra Radio at the KSHSAA State Track & Field Championships. Ellinwood Freshman Reagan Wirtz stole the show, though, capping her maiden high school voyage with three... Read More.

2A Regional Track & Field: Ellinwood Girls 2nd, Boys 3rd at Hill City

Friday, May 23

The Ellinwood track and field teams had a good showing at the KSHSAA 2A Regional in Hill City on Thursday. The day was highlighted by freshman Reagan Wirtz capturing three gold medals, winning the 100m, 200m and long jump on the girls side. Sterling... Read More.

Lyons, Ellinwood Organizations Receive Tourism Grants

Monday, December 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced that more than $400,000 has been awarded for projects that will boost tourism throughout the state. Funding from the Attraction Development Grant program will be divided among 13 entities. Among grant... Read More.

Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic Celebrates Grand Opening of New Facility with Ribbon Cutting

Monday, September 16

By Ellinwood Hospital and Clinic ELLINWOOD, Kan. — Friday, September 6th, 2024, marked the official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Ellinwood Hospital & Clinic. While the facility has been open since mid-July, EHC wanted the opportunity to celebrate this monumental adventure with the... Read More.

Area Football Preview: Barton County

Saturday, August 31

Ad Astra Radio is previewing our area high school football teams based on county. Today, we will preview Barton County.Previous previews:Sedgwick County.Kingman County.Stafford County.Pawnee County.Central Plains OilersCoach: JD Johnson, first seasonClassification: Eight-player Division 1District: 32023: 7-3Postseason: Beat Thunder Ridge 56-8;... Read More.