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Two Marion Bicyclists Struck by Tire in Northwest Kansas

Saturday, June 7

Two Marion residents were injured Friday afternoon after they were struck by a tire that had come off a trailer in far northwest Kansas.The Kansas Highway Patrol said Wayne and Barbara Akers were riding bikes westbound on US 36 near McDonald, about 19 miles... Read More.

2A Regional Track & Field: Marion Girls, Moundridge Boys Win at Marion

Friday, May 23

The majority of the Ad Astra Radio area 2A schools in the central and south central parts of the state competed at the KSHSAA 2A Track & Field Regional in Marion on Thursday. Marion took home the team championship on the girls side, while... Read More.

Viking Sports Roundup: Boys Tennis Win Hillsboro Meet & Runners-Up at Home, Track Competes in Marion & Pre-State Meets

Monday, April 14

LINDSBORG, Kan. - This edition of the Smoky Valley Viking Sports Roundup will recap Vikings sports between April 7-11, which include Boys Tennis, Track & Field, Baseball, and Softball.BOYS TENNIS The Boys Tennis team had two varsity tennis meets a week ago, starting off at home... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Florence, Marion County

Tuesday, December 3

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment FLORENCE, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of Florence public water supply system located in Marion County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further... Read More.

Area Football Preview: Marion County

Monday, September 2

Ad Astra Radio is previewing our area high school football teams based on county. Today, we will preview Marion County.Previous previews:Sedgwick County.Kingman County.Stafford County.Pawnee County.Edwards County Rush County.Centre CougarsCoach: Thieen Antoszyk, first season.Classification: Eight-man Division 1District: 22023: 4-5Postseason: Beat... Read More.

Felony Charge Filed in Marion County Record Raid

Tuesday, August 13

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — A felony charge was filed Monday afternoon in Marion County District Court against former Marion Police Gideon Cody stemming from an investigation into the August 2023 raid on the Marion County Record.The complaint filed by Riley County Attorney Barry... Read More.

Special Prosecutors Plan to File Criminal Charge Against Police Chief who Led Marion Raid

Tuesday, August 6

Report faults inadequate law enforcement investigation, clears journalists By Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. (Aug. 5, 2024) — Special prosecutors plan to charge former Marion Police Chief Gideon Cody with a low-level felony for his actions following the raid he led last year on the... Read More.

High Winds Blast Salina, Marion County Wednesday Night

Thursday, August 1

By Lucky Kidd SALINA, Kan. — A wind gust of 95 mph was reported just before 9:30 p.m. in downtown Salina, shortly after a 77-mph gust was reported at Salina Regional Airport and high winds came through there earlier in the evening, with extensive tree... 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.

Kansas Newspaper That was Raided by Marion Police Sues Officials for Attack on Free Press

Monday, April 1

Marion County Record lawsuit says mayor, police chief and sheriff sought revenge for critical news coverage By Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — The Marion County Record has filed a federal First Amendment lawsuit against local authorities who planned and carried out the... Read More.

City of Marion Emergency Shelter Available at City Ballroom if Needed

Sunday, January 14

By Lucky Kidd MARION, Kan. — The City of Marion has announced it will make the city ballroom available as an emergency shelter should the need arise.Residents have been advised if their heat and/or power goes off or if they are stranded on the road... Read More.

One Killed, One Injured in Wreck Monday Night Near Marion

Tuesday, December 5

By Lucky Kidd A Centre High School student was killed, and another critically injured in a Monday night crash near Marion.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Dwayne Moenning, 17, of Lost Springs was eastbound on 190th Street, or K-256, just after 6:15... Read More.