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Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Layne Stafford, Murals

Wednesday, February 25

This artist needs to think big. That’s because his proverbial canvas isn’t just a small square on an easel, it might be the side of a building. Today we’ll meet a rural Kansas man who is creating murals for communities across Kansas and beyond. Layne Stafford... Read More.

Senator Marshall Talks About Wildfire Response, Community

Tuesday, February 24

During US Senator Roger Marshall's “Four Corners” tour of 50 Kansas counties last week, he witnessed firsthand the response to wildfires which started on Feb. 17, that burned thousands of acres, mostly in southwest Kansas. Last Tuesday was the day the tour was scheduled to... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Bull Selection Strategies

Tuesday, February 24

K-State beef cattle experts discuss the upcoming Legacy bull sale and what producers might want to consider prior to making a purchasing decision MANHATTAN, Kan. — Making sound bull purchasing decisions can be one of the most important management choices a cattle operation makes,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $3M to Develop Unmanned Aerial Systems Technology for Agricultural Research

Friday, February 20

~Grant Builds on Kansas’ Strengths in Agriculture and Aviation Research~ TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and The Kansas Department of Agriculture today announced that Kelly Hills Unmanned Systems has been awarded $3 million to develop Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) technology for... Read More.

KDHE Monitoring Air Quality After Recent Wildland Fires Across Kansas

Thursday, February 19

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to monitor air quality across the state due to the recent wildland fires in western Kansas that began on Feb. 17, due to high winds and dry conditions. Updates will be provided as... Read More.

Kansas Agriculture Responds to Wildfires

Thursday, February 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Feb. 18, 2026) — Multiple wildfires have been burning across Kansas beginning on February 17, when the state began to experience higher winds and drier conditions than normal. Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency declaration before noon on Sunday,... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: John Tietjens, Little River

Wednesday, February 18

“A winning attitude.” That’s how one Kansan describes the attitude in his community, which is fitting for a town with the No. 1 ranked high school girls basketball team in the state. But this goes beyond athletics: He was describing the spirit that has enabled this... Read More.

Cattle Chat: Plan Ahead to Protect Your Herd

Tuesday, February 17

K-State beef cattle experts and guest, Christine Navarre, explain liver flukes and the importance of disaster preparedness MANHATTAN, Kan. — Wet conditions that favor parasites like liver flukes are a reminder that herd health threats often develop quietly before becoming costly problems. On a recent episode... Read More.

Applications Open for Kansas Wheat Scholarships Honoring Industry Leaders

Thursday, February 12

High school seniors and current Kansas college students have until Friday, March 13, 2026, to apply for one of two $1,000 scholarships from Kansas Wheat honoring industry leaders Herb Clutter and David Radenberg. The scholarships - each worth $1,000 - continue a proud tradition... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day Scheduled for March 6

Thursday, February 12

Annual event will be held at the university’s new Bilbrey Family Event Center MANHATTAN, Kan. — Using genetic tools to advance the next generation of livestock and the economic outlook on the beef market highlight the program during the 113th Cattlemen's Day, hosted by... Read More.

Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Mike Ball, Remote Worker

Wednesday, February 11

Is Kansas the middle of nowhere? A place with nothing to attract people to come, live, work and play? Today we’ll meet a man who was born and raised in the western United States. As he transitioned to work remotely in his career, he has... Read More.

Understanding Coyote Behavior May Help Humans Avoid Aggressive Encounters

Tuesday, February 10

K-State wildlife expert discusses what one should know about coyote behavior during breeding season MANHATTAN, Kan. — With coyote breeding season beginning, a Kansas State University wildlife expert explains that understanding the canine’s common behavior will help prevent and protect oneself from an aggressive encounter. Drew... Read More.