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Protect Your Children from Scary Boo-Boos this Holiday

Monday, October 26

TOPEKA, Kan. – On Halloween, ghosts and ghouls may give you a fright but real dangers, like pedestrian accidents, falls, burns and poisonings are a scary reality. Safe Kids Kansas, the Kansas Poison Center and the Kansas State Fire Marshal remind families to make... Read More.

Larned Man Charged with Aggravated Domestic Battery Following Incident at Apartment Complex

Monday, October 26

LARNED, Kan. – Richard Anthony Lopez, 27 of Larned, Kansas, made his formal First Appearance Thursday morning in the custody of the Pawnee County Sheriff before Pawnee Magistrate Judge Julie Cowell on a felony domestic violence Criminal Complaint. The defendant is charged with Aggravated Domestic... Read More.

K-State Researchers Develop Technology to Improve Crop Sprayer Accuracy

Sunday, October 25

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Engineers at Kansas State University have developed new technology that could help farmers reduce chemical waste and improve the accuracy of crop spraying operations. The research team created a camera-based system capable of measuring the movement of agricultural sprayer booms with an... Read More.

City of Hays Adopts Resolution to Utilize Edwards County R9 Ranch Water Supply

Friday, October 23

HAYS, Kan. - On Thursday, October 22, 2026, the Governing Body of the City of Hays formally adopted Resolution No. 2026-022, establishing an official policy framework for managing municipal water obtained from the R9 Ranch in Edwards County. The resolution underscores Hays' commitment to utilizing... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Rescinded for a Portion of the City of Hoisington, Barton County for South of Railroad

Wednesday, October 21

HOSINGTON, Kan. - This rescinding applies to customers located south of the railroad tracks to Button Road and includes the All Seasons Mobile Home Court located in Barton County. Customers located north of the railroad tracks are still advised to follow the precautions outlined... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of Hoisington, Barton County for North of Railroad

Wednesday, October 21

HOISINGTON, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has expanded a boil water advisory for the remainder of the customers of the City of Hoisington public water supply system located in Barton County. All customers located north of the railroad tracks... Read More.

Kansas Chief Engineer Announces Retirement

Wednesday, October 21

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture announced today that Chief Engineer Earl Lewis will be retiring from his position at the Division of Water Resources effective November 20, 2026. Lewis has served as Chief Engineer for six years, during which he has... Read More.

Clearwater Man Charged With Making Threats Against President Trump

Tuesday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. — A Clearwater man faces a federal charge after authorities say he posted threats against President Donald Trump on Facebook ahead of a scheduled visit to Wichita. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas filed a criminal complaint Oct. 17 against... Read More.

KDHE Announces Two Additional Grant Opportunities in Second Round of RHTP Funding

Friday, October 16

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Requests for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Community Health... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for a Portion of the City of Hoisington, Barton County

Friday, October 16

HOISINGTON, Kan. - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for a portion of the City of Hoisington public water supply system located in Barton County. Only those customers located south of the railroad tracks to Button... Read More.

Kansas Drivers Urged to Watch for Deer During Fall Mating Season

Wednesday, October 14

Kansas roadway safety officials are urging motorists to stay alert for deer as the fall mating season increases their movement near highways. The Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Highway Patrol, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks and AAA Kansas are working together to help drivers... Read More.

Central Kansas Nonprofit Network Invites Regional Organizations to Collaborate on Community Needs and Holiday Assistance

Wednesday, October 14

GREAT BEND, Kan. — As the holiday season approaches, nonprofit organizations across Central Kansas are invited to come together to strengthen community partnerships, coordinate resources, and identify opportunities to better serve individuals and families throughout the region. The Central Kansas Nonprofit Network (CKNN), a task... Read More.