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Governor Kelly Announces 14 Administration Appointments

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Friday 14 appointments to the following state boards, committee, and advisory group. Kansas Board of Regents Purpose: A nine-member body which governs six state universities, and supervises and coordinates 19 community colleges, five technical colleges, six technical schools, and... Read More.

K-State Swine Day scheduled for Nov. 20

Annual event highlights research updates from university’s swine nutrition team MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University swine specialists will present updates on recent research trials, highlighting the university’s annual Swine Day Nov. 20 in Manhattan. Organizers said this year’s agenda also features a presentation from K-State... Read More.

Moundridge Community Foundation Hosts 10th Annual Match Week

MOUNDRIDGE, Kan. — The Moundridge Community Foundation (MCF) has announced that its 10th annual Match Week will take place Nov. 3-7. For 2025, MCF received two grants from the Patterson Family Foundation, each providing $50,000 in matching funds. One grant will match donations made to... Read More.

Book Distributor Closing Impacting SEK Libraries

The closing of a major book distributor is impacting many libraries around the country including those in southeast Kansas. Baker and Taylor, the largest library wholesaler in the country, announced earlier this month it would cease operations by the end of the year after... Read More.

Allen Community College Hosts Family Art Night

IOLA, Kan. — Children in costume filled the Allen Community College Student Center Wednesday evening for Family Art Night, a free community event that welcomed families for an evening of arts and crafts, games, trick-or-treating, snacks, hot dogs and prizes. The Halloween-themed celebration featured stations... Read More.

Picking and Preserving the Perfect Pumpkin

K-State horticulture expert shares tips for extending the life of carved pumpkins  MANHATTAN, Kan. — Pumpkins are a popular fall decoration this time of year, not to mention the joy of jack-o-lanterns, a Halloween favorite.  Kansas State University horticulture expert Cynthia Domenghini suggests harvesting or purchasing... Read More.

Free Job and Resource Fair Set for Thursday, November 13, 2025

IOLA, Kan. — In response to the recent layoffs at Gates, several community organizations - including the City of Iola, Allen County, City of Humboldt, Allen Community College, Iola Chamber of Commerce, Thrive Allen County, and KansasWorks - are hosting a Community Job &... Read More.