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Kansas Lawmakers Promised State Employee Raises, but the Cost Could Shut Down Agencies

Friday, June 9

By Dylan Lysen TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - An unexpected hike in the cost of giving Kansas state employees a raise has created a potential budget crisis next year that could cause state agencies to shut down some operations. The cost for the 5%... Read More.

Emporia State University Takes Reinstated Professors to District Court

Friday, June 9

By Sam Bailey, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Emporia State University has asked a district court judge to review and reverse the reinstatement of five professors fired last year as part of a university-wide restructuring. The Office of Administrative Hearings ordered the reversal of the terminations... Read More.

McPherson Community Foundations Announces June Grant Recipients

Friday, June 9

MCPHERSON, Kan. – The McPherson County Community Foundation (MCCF) has announced recipients of the June grants cycle. This cycle is the last for the Foundation’s 2022-23 fiscal year. The amount given from the unrestricted fund and the David Nutt Fund for Lindsborg this year totals... Read More.

Dillons Dollar Day at State Fair to Feature New Carnival Offer

Wednesday, June 7

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Dillon’s Dollar Day at the Kansas State Fair will be Monday, Sept. 11. This year on Dillons Dollar Day, there will be a special Midway Wristband that allows unlimited rides that day for $25. This wristband will replace the one-ticket-per-ride offer from previous... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 to Survey Patrons Regarding School Facilities Needs

Wednesday, June 7

BUHLER, Kan. – USD 313 Buhler intends to survey district patrons regarding their opinions on school facility needs. As the board of education evaluates facility needs that could be met with our bond and interest fund, the board plans to hear patrons’ priorities for... Read More.

RR Crossing Repairs to Close U.S. 56 on East Side of Ellinwood

Wednesday, June 7

ELLINWOOD, Kan. - Because of railroad crossing repairs, U.S. 56 will be closed on the east side of Ellinwood from Tuesday, June 13, through Saturday, June 17. Signs will direct motorists to a local detour using South Main Street and East E Street/Southeast 10 Road. See... Read More.

LaTurner Turns up Volume on Political Opposition to Elimination of AM Radio from New Vehicles

Wednesday, June 7

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — U.S. Rep. Jake LaTurner of Kansas denounced the decision of manufacturers to stop installing AM radio systems in new vehicles, arguing millions of people rely on that format for weather, agriculture and emergency information as well as... Read More.

Politicians Say They Can Stop Rural Kansas Population Declines, but the Dropoff Continues

Wednesday, June 7

By Kansas Public Radio, Dylan Lysen HUMBOLDT, Kan. - This town is the exception that proves the rule. Its slight uptick in population in recent years driven by efforts to make this Allen County town of just under 2,000 people buzz a little... Read More.

More Kansas Families Now Eligible for Education Enrichment Funds

Wednesday, June 7

WICHITA, Kan. (KNS/KMUW) — More Kansas families are now eligible for a $1,000 payment to help fight learning loss. Governor Laura Kelly's administration started the Kansas Education Enrichment Program in January as a way to help parents pay for educational services like... Read More.

More Than $11 Million Awarded for Kansas Transportation Projects

Wednesday, June 7

GARDNER, Kan. (KPR) — Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has announced more than $11 million will be awarded to 14 transportation construction projects across the state. The state grants are made possible through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) Cost Share Program. Kelly stopped in Gardner... Read More.

Master Gardeners Hosting Garden Fair Saturday in Hutchinson

Tuesday, June 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Reno County Extension Master Gardeners are hosting a Garden Fair at their demonstration garden on the Hutchinson Community College campus on Saturday, June 10th, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fair will feature educational booths, garden vendors, garden craft... Read More.

CCRC’s Annual Purse Auction is July 20th, Donations Being Accepted

Tuesday, June 6

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – The Cancer Council of Reno County is now accepting donations for its 2023 Purse Auction. Totes Clutches Backpacks Beach Bags Children’s Bags Suitcases Duffels Designer Bags Briefcases Golf Bags Wristlets Coolers Diaper Bags CCRC’s annual Purse Auction takes place on Thursday, July... Read More.

Kansas Lawmakers Promised State Employee Raises, but the Cost Could Shut Down Agencies

Emporia State University Takes Reinstated Professors to District Court

McPherson Community Foundations Announces June Grant Recipients

Dillons Dollar Day at State Fair to Feature New Carnival Offer

Buhler USD 313 to Survey Patrons Regarding School Facilities Needs

RR Crossing Repairs to Close U.S. 56 on East Side of Ellinwood

LaTurner Turns up Volume on Political Opposition to Elimination of AM Radio from New Vehicles

Politicians Say They Can Stop Rural Kansas Population Declines, but the Dropoff Continues

More Kansas Families Now Eligible for Education Enrichment Funds

More Than $11 Million Awarded for Kansas Transportation Projects

Master Gardeners Hosting Garden Fair Saturday in Hutchinson

CCRC’s Annual Purse Auction is July 20th, Donations Being Accepted

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