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Two Senators Call for Data Center Moratorium

Tuesday, February 24

Two south central Kansas Senators have called on counties in their districts to impose moratoriums on data center projects. Senate Majority Leader Chase Blasi of Andale earlier this week called on Sedgwick County to impose a three year moratorium on such facilities. Senator Blasi, whose... Read More.

KDHE Announces First Rural Health Transformation Program Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers

Tuesday, February 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Request for Applications (RFA) for its first two grant opportunities under the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Regional Partnership (RPGP) and the Rural Emergency Hospital (REH) Conversion/Transformative Capital... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Executive Order to Allow Relief from Transportation Restrictions for Wildfire Response Efforts

Tuesday, February 24

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly has signed Executive Order 26-01 to waive certain requirements for commercial motor vehicle carriers and drivers that are assisting in providing relief from the wildfires impacting parts of Kansas. “As Kansas communities grapple with the impacts of these damaging... Read More.

Senator Marshall Talks About Wildfire Response, Community

Tuesday, February 24

During US Senator Roger Marshall's “Four Corners” tour of 50 Kansas counties last week, he witnessed firsthand the response to wildfires which started on Feb. 17, that burned thousands of acres, mostly in southwest Kansas. Last Tuesday was the day the tour was scheduled to... Read More.

Fort Hays State University Online Open House Event

Tuesday, February 24

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University Online invites prospective students to explore their future during the annual Online Open House on Tuesday, March 10, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. CDT. This virtual, drop-in event is designed for prospective undergraduate and graduate students interested... Read More.

Stafford County Economic Development Launches Pitch Your Porch While Advancing Downtown Planning in St. John and Stafford

Friday, February 20

ST. JOHN, Kan. — Stafford County Economic Development (SCED), in partnership with Network Kansas, is now accepting applications for Pitch Your Porch, a new downtown improvement pitch competition designed to support Main Street businesses across Stafford County. Pitch Your Porch invites downtown businesses to propose... Read More.

UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Wichita Man

Friday, February 20

WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) that Joseph Hanby has been located safe. The Statewide Silver Alert is now canceled. WICHITA, Kan. – The Wichita Police Department requested the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) issue a statewide... Read More.

KDHE Monitoring Air Quality After Recent Wildland Fires Across Kansas

Thursday, February 19

KANSAS - The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) continues to monitor air quality across the state due to the recent wildland fires in western Kansas that began on Feb. 17, due to high winds and dry conditions. Updates will be provided as... Read More.

Kansas Agriculture Responds to Wildfires

Thursday, February 19

MANHATTAN, Kan. (Feb. 18, 2026) — Multiple wildfires have been burning across Kansas beginning on February 17, when the state began to experience higher winds and drier conditions than normal. Governor Laura Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency declaration before noon on Sunday,... Read More.

Stafford County and Lightsource bp Partner to Fund New Childcare Facility in Macksville

Tuesday, February 17

STAFFORD COUNTY, Kan. — Stafford County Economic Development (SCED) today announced an exciting new community initiative in partnership with Lightsource bp, a global energy developer currently advancing a solar project in Stafford County. Lightsource bp has donated over $230,000 to SCED to support the construction... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Hosts The Leader’s Lunchroom: March Session

Tuesday, February 17

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

Red Flag Warning in Effect in the Golden Belt Area from Noon to 7 PM Tuesday

Monday, February 16

Governor Laura Kelly has issued a verbal state of disaster declaration due to an extended period of dangerous fire weather over the next few days. This declaration makes available state resources to provide assistance. The State Emergency Operations Center is being staffed starting Tuesday by... Read More.

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Two Senators Call for Data Center Moratorium

KDHE Announces First Rural Health Transformation Program Grant Opportunities for Kansas Providers

Governor Kelly Signs Executive Order to Allow Relief from Transportation Restrictions for Wildfire Response Efforts

Senator Marshall Talks About Wildfire Response, Community

Fort Hays State University Online Open House Event

Stafford County Economic Development Launches Pitch Your Porch While Advancing Downtown Planning in St. John and Stafford

UPDATE: Statewide Silver Alert Canceled for Missing Wichita Man

KDHE Monitoring Air Quality After Recent Wildland Fires Across Kansas

Kansas Agriculture Responds to Wildfires

Stafford County and Lightsource bp Partner to Fund New Childcare Facility in Macksville

Great Bend Chamber of Commerce Hosts The Leader’s Lunchroom: March Session

Red Flag Warning in Effect in the Golden Belt Area from Noon to 7 PM Tuesday

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