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Kansas Tourism Fuels Visitor Experiences with $1 Million in Attraction Development Grants

Wednesday, March 11

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $1 million in Attraction Development Grant funding was awarded to support the development and enhancement of tourism projects across Kansas. The Kansas Tourism grant program supports projects that strengthen visitors’ experiences while driving... Read More.

Kansas Wetlands Education Center to H ost spring Bird Migration Tours

Wednesday, March 11

HAYS, Kan. (March 6, 2026) — Cheyenne Bottoms, located on the Central Flyway, a bird migration route that connects Canada to South America, is an ideal place to witness the spring migration of many bird species. Seventy percent of all the different shorebird species... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Cheyann Geesling, Buhler Girls Bowling

Wednesday, March 11

BUHLER, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Buhler High School senior Cheyann Geesling as this week's Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Geesling capped off the year in style, winning the Class 4-3-2-1A state championship at... Read More.

Lawn Calendar for Cool-Season Grasses

Wednesday, March 11

K-State horticulture expert suggests maintenance regime for cool-season grasses MANHATTAN, Kan. — As lawns begin to turn green, controlling weeds and applying fertilizer is important, but only when timed correctly. Cool-season grasses, such as tall fescue or Kentucky bluegrass, are among the most common cool-season grasses... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Thomas Eisenbarth, Grounded Ag

Wednesday, March 11

March 11, 2026 (extension.k-state.edu) — How does a wheat plant survive the Kansas winter? Among other things, it must be well-grounded in the soil. What about the farmer who plants and grows that wheat? In order to withstand the stresses of modern times, he... Read More.

Andale Girls Fall to Hayden in 4A State Quarterfinal

Tuesday, March 10

EMPORIA, Kan. — A strong second half by Hayden advanced the Wildcats into the state semifinals with a 54-37 victory over Andale on Tuesday in a 4A quarterfinal at White Auditorium. Andale jumped to a 13-6 lead before Hayden cut it to 13-11 at the... Read More.

Lindsborg Tennis Coach Dahlsten’s Legendary Career was Filled with Impact, Inspiration

Tuesday, March 10

Always competitive but without making winning the top priority, Ron Dahlsten touched the lives of hundreds of tennis players during his legendary career as a boys’ and girls’ coach at Lindsborg, later Smoky Valley High School. Dahlsten, 87, whose teams and players were among the... Read More.

Rebuilt Roundabout South of Garnett Reopens to Traffic

Tuesday, March 10

The roundabout at the north junction of U.S. 59 and U.S. 169 south of Garnett in Anderson County has been updated and reopened to traffic on March 9, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. Work began in late May 2025 on the project that... Read More.

Working Together to Save Lives: SEKMHC Launches Enhanced Overdose Prevention Initiative

Tuesday, March 10

IOLA, Kan. (March 10, 2026) — In response to elevated overdose risks across the rural region, Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) is enhancing prevention education and expanding substance use treatment services through its six-county area. According to the 2025 Kansas Substance Use Disorder Needs... Read More.

McPherson USD 418 School Board Advances Bond Projects, Approves New Elementary School Boundaries

Tuesday, March 10

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education learned Monday night that work connected with the bond issues that voters approved last week could start as soon as this summer. Duane Cash from ICS outlined the steps going forward, including completing final design,... Read More.

Allen County Commission Discusses Recently Approved Rent Increases and Policy Changes for Airport Hangars

Tuesday, March 10

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Matters involving Allen County Airport took up a major part of Tuesday's County Commission meeting. Last week the Commission approved hangar rent increases and changes in priority policies for rental of hangars. Commissioner Jerry Daniels, who voted against the changes last... Read More.

Chanute City Commission Hears Update on Wastewater Treatment Plant Project and Financial Options

Tuesday, March 10

CHANUTE, Kan. — Matters involving Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements were before the Chanute City Commission Monday night, including how to handle the financing. Scott Crist with UMB Bank's Capital Markets Division reviewed three options for the city, including use of the Kansas State Revolving Loan... Read More.