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Pavement Patching, Bridge Repair to Begin March 16 in Allen County

Thursday, March 12

The Kansas Department of Transportation will begin repairing 2.2 miles of U.S. 169 south of Humboldt in Allen County beginning the week of March 16. Work will involve pavement patching and bridge repair in three stages. A traffic light will guide one lane of traffic... Read More.

Kansas Tourism Fuels Visitor Experiences with $1 Million in Attraction Development Grants

Wednesday, March 11

Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that $1 million in Attraction Development Grant funding was awarded to support the development and enhancement of tourism projects across Kansas. The Kansas Tourism grant program supports projects that strengthen visitors’ experiences while driving... Read More.

Rebuilt Roundabout South of Garnett Reopens to Traffic

Tuesday, March 10

The roundabout at the north junction of U.S. 59 and U.S. 169 south of Garnett in Anderson County has been updated and reopened to traffic on March 9, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. Work began in late May 2025 on the project that... Read More.

Working Together to Save Lives: SEKMHC Launches Enhanced Overdose Prevention Initiative

Tuesday, March 10

IOLA, Kan. (March 10, 2026) — In response to elevated overdose risks across the rural region, Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center (SEKMHC) is enhancing prevention education and expanding substance use treatment services through its six-county area. According to the 2025 Kansas Substance Use Disorder Needs... Read More.

Allen County Commission Discusses Recently Approved Rent Increases and Policy Changes for Airport Hangars

Tuesday, March 10

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Matters involving Allen County Airport took up a major part of Tuesday's County Commission meeting. Last week the Commission approved hangar rent increases and changes in priority policies for rental of hangars. Commissioner Jerry Daniels, who voted against the changes last... Read More.

Chanute City Commission Hears Update on Wastewater Treatment Plant Project and Financial Options

Tuesday, March 10

CHANUTE, Kan. — Matters involving Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements were before the Chanute City Commission Monday night, including how to handle the financing. Scott Crist with UMB Bank's Capital Markets Division reviewed three options for the city, including use of the Kansas State Revolving Loan... Read More.

Fredonia Man Killed in Fatal Shooting Incident Sunday Night

Monday, March 9

UPDATE — The missing teen that was a witness to the Coyville shooting, Alexandra Smith has been located and is safe. A Fredonia man was shot and killed Sunday night in an incident in Coyville in far northwest Wilson County. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation said... Read More.

KBI Shares Additional Information on Sunday Shooting Incident in Humboldt

Monday, March 9

A Humboldt man was shot and killed late Sunday afternoon in the aftermath of a reported domestic dispute, and a suspect is in custody. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation identified the victim as 43-year-old John Kent. Just after 5 PM Sunday Allen County Communications received... Read More.

Fatal Shooting Late Sunday Afternoon in Humboldt

Monday, March 9

HUMBOLDT, Kan. — One person is dead and another in custody after a shooting late Sunday afternoon in Humboldt. Information on the incident is sketchy but the victim, who was shot in the 1000 block of Sycamore, was taken to Allen County Regional Hospital where... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Genetic Selection Can Help Producers Advance their Operation

Monday, March 9

University of Missouri Extension specialist suggests using genomics when selecting replacement females or sires in breeding programs MANHATTAN, Kan. — Focusing on the improvement of cattle genetics, cow herds, animal welfare and generational transfers were focal points of the 113th Cattlemen’s Day, which was hosted... Read More.

Walk Kansas Adds Spring Webinars to Expand Wellness Focus

Monday, March 9

Statewide program continues emphasis on education MANHATTAN, Kan. (extension.k-state.edu) — The popular Walk Kansas program is adding four spring webinars to give participants a deeper dive into wellness topics ranging from physical activity at work to gut health and kindness on the job. Sharolyn... Read More.

K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Preparing for a Generational Transfer

Friday, March 6

Oklahoma State University professor shares the importance of preparing a generational transfer of a farm or ranch at the 113th Cattlemen’s Day MANHATTAN, Kan. — When considering how to pass on a family farm or ranch to the next generation, one of the biggest mistakes... Read More.