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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.

Barton County’s 10th Annual Business Showcase Honors Educators & Unites Businesses

Monday, July 28

Presented by the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Credit Union of America GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce the upcoming 10th Annual Business Showcase, a community-wide celebration connecting Barton County’s educators with local businesses, scheduled for... Read More.

Nominations Open for Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

Monday, July 28

Nominations are open for the Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition. Show off the innovation, craftsmanship, and talent behind your Kansas-made product. Nominations will close Friday, August 8 at 12 p.m. People's Choice Voting will run from Monday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 3 at... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Sunset Valley MHP Hays KS, LLC

Thursday, July 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sunset Valley MHP Hays KS, LLC public water supply system located in Ellis County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces $6.7 Million in Disaster Relief Aid from the Trump Admin

Tuesday, July 22

WASHINGTON — On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) announced the Trump Administration is fulfilling his request for disaster relief aid following multiple rounds of severe weather and tornadoes this past May. President Trump personally called Senator Marshall to share that he was... Read More.

Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Golden Belt: Stay Safe and Hydrated

Friday, July 18

An extended period of extreme heat is forecast for the Golden Belt into at least the middle of next week. The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued an extreme heat warning for Barton County and the counties to the north and east from 2... Read More.

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Friday, July 18

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. The water recreation season in Kansas officially runs from April 1 to Oct. 31, as do the Harmful... Read More.

K-State Veterinarian Urges Pet Owners to Stay Alert as Summer Heats Up

Friday, July 18

MANHATTAN, Kan. — As summer temperatures climb, a Kansas State University veterinarian urges pet owners to take precautions against seasonal hazards to keep their pets safe and healthy. "Summer is a great time to be outside with your pets, but it also comes with some... Read More.

Up to $1,000 Housing Assistance Grants Available for Tornado-Affected Residents in Plevna and Grinnell

Tuesday, July 15

TOPEKA, Kan. — Residents of Plevna (Reno County) and Grinnell (Gove County) who were displaced by the May 18 tornado may now apply for a $1,000 housing assistance grant to help cover emergency housing expenses. These grants are made possible through the collaborative efforts of... Read More.

Prairie Land Realtors Reports Area Home Sales Up for June as Prices Varied

Tuesday, July 15

June home sales through Prairie Land Realtors' Mid-Kansas Multiple Listing Service were up 18.1% from June 2024, with 150 homes sold. Total sales volume for the month cane to $35 million, up 43.9% from a year ago. The median sales price region-wide for the month... Read More.

KDOT Awards Safe Routes to School Planning Grants to Six Communities

Monday, July 14

According to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT), the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program has awarded 2025-2026 Planning and Programming (P&P) grants to six Kansas communities: Alta Vista, Douglass, Fort Scott, Grainfield, La Crosse and Leavenworth. These grants will fund SRTS plans with work... Read More.

Tribute to Founder of Larned Radio Stations Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland

Friday, July 11

Obituary information provided by Hutchens-Stygar Funeral and Cremation Center in St,. Charles, Missouri, with additional information from the Ad Astra Radio files The founder of Larned's radio stations has passed away. Donald “Hoagie” Hoagland, 86, passed away Wednesday at his home in O'Fallon, Missouri. Hoagland grew... Read More.