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K-State to Highlight Nutrition Calculator During Annual Swine Day Nov. 20

Thursday, October 30

University's swine nutrition team says tool will help producers increase profitability MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University swine experts have created a new swine calculator that they say can help producers increase profitability on their farms. The tool, which can be found online at... Read More.

Kansas Cold Weather Rule Takes Effect November 1

Tuesday, October 28

TOPEKA, Kan. — The Cold Weather Rule, designed to help Kansans who are behind on their utility payments avoid disconnection during the winter months, will begin on Saturday, November 1 and remain in effect through March 31.While the Cold Weather Rule is in effect,... Read More.

K-State Ag Profitability Conferences Aim to Help Farmers Navigate Tough Economy

Tuesday, October 28

University plans nine events beginning in early DecemberMANHATTAN, Kan. — With Kansas farmers facing rising financial pressures, Kansas State University is hosting a series of Agricultural Profitability Conferences across the state, beginning in December and continuing through early February.The conferences, Making ‘Cents’ of a... Read More.

Seeing the Unseen: K-State Finds use for Remote Sensing in Agriculture

Monday, October 27

MANHATTAN, Kan. — A camera in the sky might be one of the best tools for the soil beneath our feet.In fact, Kansas State University researcher Deepak Joshi believes remote sensing — using drones, satellites and ground sensors — can give farmers a clearer,... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Helps Celebrate Walnut Bowl’s Renovations with Ribbon Cutting

Monday, October 27

GREAT BEND, Kan. — A Chamber Coffee and Ribbon Cutting was held at Walnut Bowl on Thursday, October 23, 2025, in celebration of the completion of extensive remodeling and modernization efforts at the beloved Great Bend entertainment hub.Hosted by the Great Bend Chamber of... Read More.

Great Bend Holiday Open Houses Set for Nov. 8

Thursday, October 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend, Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau, Great Bend Chamber of Commerce and Great Bend Alive invite local retailers and community members to participate in the 2025 “Holiday Open Houses” on Saturday, Nov. 8, to kick... Read More.

GBFD Kicks Off 50/50 Raffle Ahead of Third Annual Holiday Extravaganza

Thursday, October 23

GREAT BEND, Kan. – The Great Bend Fire Department has officially opened ticket sales for its 50/50 raffle and is inviting the public to its third annual Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at the Great Bend Events... Read More.

Diversicare Healthcare Services Celebrates Midwest CNA of the Year

Wednesday, October 22

Brentwood, TN (Oct. 21, 2025) — Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC, proudly hosted its Midwest CNA Banquet on September 25, 2025, at Terradyne Country Club in Andover, KS. This special event recognized Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) from across Diversicare’s Kansas centers for their unwavering commitment... Read More.

Asian Longhorned Tick Confirmed in Kansas for the First Time

Tuesday, October 21

K-State veterinarian urges awareness for state’s cattle producersMANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas animal health officials have confirmed the state’s first case of the invasive Asian longhorned tick, found in early October on a dog in Franklin County.The discovery was made through a passive surveillance program... Read More.

Chamber Ribbon Cutting Celebrates New Ownership and Fresh Vision at Sunflower Estates

Monday, October 20

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce held a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Sunflower Estates, a Mobile Home and RV Community, on Thursday, October 9th, 2025.Formerly known as Finer Mobile Home Park, Sunflower Estates is now under new ownership dedicated to... Read More.

Senator Marshall Announces Air Combat Command Decision to Make Kansas the New Home for Point Defense Battle Lab

Monday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. – On Monday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) praised the decision by Air Combat Command (ACC) to have The Kansas Air National Guard’s 184th Wing, headquartered at McConnell Air Force Base in Wichita, join the newly established Point Defense Task Force and serve as an... Read More.

Area Home Sales Down in September

Monday, October 20

Home sales in the area served by Prairie Land Realtor's Mid-Kansas Multiple listing service in September were down 14.5 percent from the same month a year ago. 112 homes sold region-wide last month, compared to 131 in September 2024.The median sales price region-wide at... Read More.