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Central Kansas Schools Mourn Beloved Teacher and Counselor

Friday, July 4

Two beloved central Kansas school staffers have passed away. Prairie Hills Middle School science teacher Victor Wilkinson died Wednesday evening after suffering a massive heart attack. Buhler USD Superintendent Cindy Couchman said in a statement Mr. Wilkinson was more than just an Educator, as he... 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.

Local High Schools Prepare for State Trap Shooting Tournament

Friday, June 13

SEDGWICK, Kan. - High schools around the state of Kansas are preparing for this weekend's Kansas Trap Shooting State Tournament, held June 14-15 at the Kansas Trapshooting Association in Sedgwick.According to their website, more than 110 high schools featuring over 1,500 student athletes are expected... Read More.

KSHSAA Boys Regional Golf Held for Many Area Schools

Monday, May 19

On Monday, the Ad Astra Radio area saw multiple teams and individuals qualify for the KSHSAA State Golf Tournaments coming up next week.Full results from Monday’s action can be found below this story.Highlights from the day included the Buhler boys taking home the 4A... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Library and Hutchinson Public Schools Announce Exciting New Partnership

Monday, May 19

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Public Library is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking partnership with the Hutchinson Public Schools, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students within the district. This innovative collaboration will ensure that every student enrolled in Hutchinson Public Schools receives a... Read More.

Hutchinson Public Schools Breaks Ground on Lil’ Hawks Child Care Center

Wednesday, May 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Public Schools hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the Lil' Hawks Child Care Center at Adams and 29th Avenue in Hutchinson on Tuesday, May 13. The project is set to start soon, and applications are currently being accepted."This is a project... Read More.

Bullpup Baseball Sweeps Quad with Walk Off & Combined One-Hitter on All Schools Day

Saturday, May 10

McPHERSON, Kan. - McPherson High School Varsity Baseball hosted their third and final quad of the season Friday, May 9, ending the day 2-0 and extending their win streak to five.vs. NEWTON: W 8-7Team 1 2 3 4 5 6 7R H ENewton: 0 0 0 2 0 5 07 6 6McPherson: 3 0 2 1 0 0 28 7 0The Bullpups opened the quad against Newton, who entered 4-17 on the... Read More.

McPherson Police Department Shares Parking Updates and Road Closures for All Schools Week Activities

Thursday, May 8

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson Police Department has put up "No Parking" signs for the carnival Thursday, May 8 through Sunday, May 11. The police department will also set road closures on Friday, May 9 from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. for the All Schools... Read More.

Button Hunt Clue #1

Friday, May 2

𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐞 #𝟏: 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐨𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐭 The hunting grounds are the same 900 or so square miles as always. If it's private property, the medallion is not there. The home places for Bulldogs, Swedes and Tigers are also no hunting zones.** To participate... Read More.

2025 McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt to Begin Friday, May 2

Monday, April 28

The 2025 edition of the McPherson County All Schools Day Button Hunt begins Friday. As in past years, the button hunt involves two separate hunts including a physical hunt for a medallion featuring this year's All Schools Day Button, and a virtual hunt where... Read More.

Bullpup Baseball Splits First Two Quads, Seidl Breaks School’s Stolen Base Record

Sunday, April 27

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson High School Varsity Baseball team took on tough competition over the week, competing in their first two quads of the season. The Bullpups split on both days, going 2-2 on the week. During Friday's quad, MHS senior Brody Seidl broke... Read More.

Gary Sechrist and Bob Wedel Named 2025 Inductees in the Lyons Schools Hall of Fame

Tuesday, April 22

LYONS, Kan. — Gary Sechrist and Bob Wedel have been named the 2025 inductees into the USD 405 Education Endowment Association Lyons Schools Hall of Fame. They will be inducted into the Hall of Fame Tuesday, April 29th at a ceremony at... Read More.