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Governor Kelly Adds Eight Individuals to Kansas Walk of Honor

Friday, October 30

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced yesterday the addition of eight prominent individuals to the Kansas Walk of Honor during a ceremony at the Kansas State Capitol. The governor was joined by individuals of the Kansas Historical Society, the Capitol Preservation Committee, family members... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $10.7M for 64 Crime Victim Assistance Agencies and Organizations

Thursday, October 29

TOPEKA, Kan. - Governor Laura Kelly has announced that over $10.7 million in federal funding from the Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) Victim Assistance grant program will be distributed to 64 community-based organizations and agencies across Kansas. This funding is designed to support survivors of... Read More.

Pawnee County Attorney Provides Testimony Regarding the Kansas Sexually Violet Predator Act

Wednesday, October 28

TOPEKA, Kan. - For the first time in nearly a decade, the Kansas legislature requested a comprehensive review of the Kansas sexually violent predator act (SVPA). SVPA was enacted in 1994 with the dual mission to: (1) protect the community and prevent further victimization by... Read More.

Dinah Sykes Outlines Platform for Kansas Insurance Commissioner

Wednesday, October 28

KANSAS - In a recent interview with Ad Astra News, Dinah Sykes, the Democratic candidate for Kansas Insurance Commissioner, shared her background, motivations for seeking office, and key policy priorities ahead of the upcoming election. Sykes, who grew up in Tennessee, moved to Kansas with... Read More.

Hays Symphony to present annual Children’s Halloween Concert featuring ‘Pictures at an Exhibition’ Nov. 1

Wednesday, October 28

HAYS, Kan. (Oct. 26, 2026) —The Hays Symphony will continue its 2026–27 season with the annual "Children's Halloween Concert: Pictures at an Exhibition," a free, family-oriented performance scheduled for 2:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center inside Sheridan Hall on... Read More.

FY2027 Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems Grant Program Funding Opportunity

Tuesday, October 27

The Kansas Highway Patrol, as the State Administrative Agency, invites Kansas law enforcement agencies to apply for the fiscal year 2027 (FY2027) Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program. The FY2027 allocation for the state of Kansas is $3,725,420 statewide, including state-level projects and administration. Funding... Read More.

Crack Sealing Project Underway on K-42 in South Central Kansas

Monday, October 26

SOUTH CENTRAL Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun a crack sealing project along K-42 from the U.S. 281 junction in Pratt County east to the K-14 junction in Kingman County, including the full stretch through Barber County. K-42 will be reduced to... Read More.

The Leader’s Lunchroom: November Session

Monday, October 26

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Move Your Mountain Coaching and Consultation, invites community members to attend the November session of The Leader’s Lunchroom, a monthly leadership series designed to spark growth, connection, and courageous action. The November... Read More.

R Road in Pawnee County to Close for Bridge Project

Monday, October 26

PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Transportation plans to begin a bridge replacement project in Pawnee County on or around Oct. 29, conditions permitting. Crews will replace the bridge spanning Ash Creek on R Road between Larned and Pawnee Rock. The road will be... Read More.

Wyandotte County to Dismiss Lawsuit over Chiefs Stadium after Agreement with Kansas

Monday, October 26

The State of Kansas and the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas, announced Friday evening that they had resolved a dispute over some of the terms in the Chiefs' deal to move to Kansas, setting the table for the UG to... Read More.

KDOT Urges Drivers to Buckle Up, Put Phones Down

Monday, October 26

The Kansas Department of Transportation is encouraging motorists to wear seat belts and avoid distractions as part of Buckle Up Phone Down Day on Wednesday, Oct. 28. The campaign asks drivers to make two simple choices every time they get behind the wheel: buckle up... Read More.

Sternberg Museum to Remain Open as FHSU Develops Long-Term Plan

Monday, October 26

HAYS, Kan. - Thanks to generous donations from the Bob and Pat Schmidt Foundation, Fort Hays State University alumni, and community members, the Sternberg Museum of Natural History will remain open beyond its previously announced December 18, 2026, closure date. “In September, I announced the... Read More.