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State of Kansas July Total Tax Collections at $670.2M; 3.3% Above Estimate

Monday, August 4

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends July 2025 with total tax collections at $670.2 million. That is $21.2 million, or 3.3%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 1.5% from July 2024. “While this month’s tax collections highlight the strength of Kansas’... Read More.

Emerald Ash Border Confirmed in Bourbon County

Monday, August 4

Latest discovery marks 18 Kansas counties with destructive beetleMANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Forest Service has confirmed the presence of the emerald ash borer in Bourbon County on privately owned land north of Barnesville, the third confirmed sighting found in Kansas this year.KFS,... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of LaCygne, Linn County

Monday, August 4

LINN COUNTY, Kan. (Aug. 4, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of LaCygne public water supply system located in Linn County.Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice:Boil water... Read More.

Update: Missing Solomon Man Found Safe

Saturday, August 2

DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 3, 2025) — Alexander Baize has been found safe. The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office thanks everyone for sharing and for all who provided information.Previous announcement: DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 2, 2025) — The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office is looking for a... Read More.

Kansas Governor Candidate Cindy Holscher Objects to Alleged Pressure Campaign by Kelly’s Staff

Saturday, August 2

Governor’s chief of staff says Holscher misrepresents political discussions TOPEKA — State Sen. Cindy Holscher expressed frustration Friday with behind-the-scene involvement of Gov. Laura Kelly’s staff in attempting to influence who launched a campaign for the Kansas Democratic Party’s nomination for governor in 2026.Holscher,... Read More.

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

Friday, August 1

(Aug. 1, 2025) — Light northeast to east winds is bringing Canadian wildfire smoke into the state, particularly central and eastern Kansas. These conditions are likely to persist today and tomorrow. The Air Quality Index (AQI) will likely range from Moderate to Unhealthy at... Read More.

Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Wednesday, July 30

ERIE, Kan. — A rural Erie man who is a registered sex offender has been arrested for child sex crimes.Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents and Neosho County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 42-year-old Peter Hawkinson Wednesday morning after a search warrant was executed at a location... Read More.

Family Gatherings: At Home Safe Food Handling

Tuesday, July 29

One of the food safety steps that is often the most forgotten at outdoor picnics is also one of the most simple. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said while home cooks and BBQ aficionados often remember to cook foods to the required... Read More.

Your Town, Your Treasure: A Local Summer Adventure

Tuesday, July 29

ERIE, Kan. (June 2025) — As the days grow longer and the sun warms our sidewalks, there’s a familiar buzz in the air: summer is here, and with it comes opportunity. It’s more than just a season—it’s a moment when our community shines its... Read More.

Fun in the Sun—But Stay Safe!

Tuesday, July 29

Enjoying time outdoors is important for our health and well-being, but it's just as important to protect your skin while you're at it. Skin cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, and the statistics are eye-opening: 1 in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

Tuesday, July 29

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday $25 million for 30 projects to improve intersections and roads across the state. The projects were selected for funding through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) City Connecting Link Improvement Program (CCLIP). “Enhancing the safety and accessibility... Read More.

Chanute City Commissioners Revises Ballot Question on Imposing a Sales Tax for Economic Development Activity

Tuesday, July 29

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Chanute City Commission has approved a change in the original ballot question to impose a sales tax for economic development activity. When it was originally approved last month, the proposed sales tax rate was set at .125 percent, however state... Read More.