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Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Qualifying Evergy customers can get help with their energy bills  TOPEKA, Kan. (Feb. 4, 2026) — Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance can now apply for the 2026 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) through Tuesday, March 31.  Evergy is one of five utilities partnering with the Kansas Department for... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Managing body condition for the calving season

K-State beef cattle experts discuss how to manage body condition scores for outliers in the herd MANHATTAN, Kan. — It’s a question that many cattle producers often ponder: Is it more costly to have fat or thin cows in the herd, and how should they... Read More.

Athlete of the Week: Kristian Ryan, Smoky Valley Boys Basketball

LINDSBORG, Kan. — Ad Astra Radio is proud to announce Smoky Valley High School senior Kristian Ryan as this week’s Athlete of the Week, presented by Hutchinson Community College. The week - Ryan scored 50 points and grabbed 21 rebounds in a pair of close... Read More.

Lyons Appoints Remington Dalke as New City Attorney

LYONS, Kan. — Remington Dalke has been appointed Lyons City Attorney. The appointment of Dalke recommended by Mayor Alicia Hommon was approved by the Lyons City Council Monday in one of the shortest meetings it has had in some time, with all business completed... Read More.

Kansas Land Values Reflect Stability

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas agricultural land values appear to be stabilizing as producers enter 2026, according to Kansas State University Extension experts.  After several years of rapid appreciation, the land market is showing more measured movement, influenced by profitability pressures, interest rates and the increasingly... Read More.

Apply Today: Evergy to Award Hometown Grants for Community Impact Projects

Three winners to receive grants up to $10,000 for organizations that address basic needs KANSAS CITY, Mo. (February 2, 2026) — Non-profit agencies have a shot at receiving up to $10,000 through Evergy’s Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program. This year’s Connecting for Good Hometown Grants... Read More.