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One Week Out: The Countdown to the 2026 Kansas State Fair Begins

Friday, September 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The countdown is officially on. In just one week, the gates will swing open for the 2026 Kansas State Fair. From September 11th through September 20th, the fairgrounds will be alive with Kansas culture, agriculture, and entertainment. Whether you’re a lifelong attendee... Read More.

This Weekend Rocklahoma Returns Celebrating 20 Years as the Loudest Labor Day Party in America

Thursday, September 3

PRYOR, OK – The countdown is officially on. Rocklahoma XX is here, returning to the Rockin' Red Dirt Ranch in Pryor, Oklahoma this weekend, September 4-6, 2026, for a milestone 20th anniversary celebration of the loudest weekend of the year. With festival weekend quickly approaching, Rocklahomies are... Read More.

Paint the Town Gold: Iola Community Invited to Support Childhood Cancer Awareness

Thursday, September 3

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and the Iola community is invited to “Paint the Town Gold” in recognition of children and families affected by childhood cancer. Throughout the month, residents, businesses and organizations are encouraged to add a little gold around town and help raise... Read More.

Chanute Man Arrested for Sexual Exploitation of a Child

Thursday, September 3

WILSON COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) arrested a Chanute man for child sex crimes. On Thursday, Sept. 3, at approximately 8:15 a.m., KBI agents served an arrest warrant for Brian W. Bollig, 55, of Chanute. Bollig was arrested near a residence at 1400... Read More.

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Kansas

Thursday, September 3

WASHINGTON -- FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Kansas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes and flooding from June 4-15, 2026. Public Assistance federal funding is available to the state,... Read More.

Parsons Community Remembers Family Lost in Neosho County Fire

Wednesday, September 2

Friends and family gathered in Parsons to remember Dillon Evans, his wife Isabella and their 2-year-old son, Easton, who died in a house fire in Neosho County last week. Dillon, 26, Isabella, 24, and Easton were honored during a funeral procession that included several... Read More.

Iola Area Chamber Trunk or Treat Registration Opens

Wednesday, September 2

Registration is now open for the Iola Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Trunk or Treat event, set for Saturday, Oct. 31, at Riverside Park in Iola. The Halloween celebration will run from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and will offer local families a chance to... Read More.

KHP Urges Safe Travel for Labor Day Weekend

Wednesday, September 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol is encouraging motorists to plan ahead and make safety a priority during the Labor Day weekend. Troopers will be conducting additional enforcement as part of the national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign. Excessive speed, inattention and impaired driving are... Read More.

Second Highest Number of Voters Turn Out for Kansas Primary

Wednesday, September 2

Kansas saw the second highest number of voters turn out for a primary election in state history this year, trailing only 2022 when a record number of ballots were cast in a primary election that decided the right to an abortion. The secretary of state... Read More.

August Total Revenue Receipts at $714.7M; 11.5% Above Estimate

Wednesday, September 2

TOPEKA, Kan. – The State of Kansas ends August 2026 with total revenue receipts at $714.7 million. That is $73.8 million, or 11.5%, above the estimate. Overall, total tax-only collections were up $66.5 million for August 2026, and up 11.9% from August 2025. Individual income tax... Read More.

KDHE Opens Applications for CPR Training and AED Funding Program

Wednesday, September 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is now accepting applications for state funding to support cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training and the purchase and maintenance of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The funding, authorized through House Bill 2513, is available to eligible public and nonpublic... Read More.

City of Fredonia Asks Residents to Conserve Water

Tuesday, September 1

FREDONIA, Kan. — The City of Fredonia is asking all water customers to voluntarily conserve water over the next 24 to 48 hours following multiple breaks on large-diameter water distribution lines. The city's Water Department worked through the night to repair the breaks, but the... Read More.