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Sen. Moran Urges FAA Administrator Whitaker to Modernize Space Launch & Reentry Framework

Monday, October 28

By US Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today called on Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Mike Whitaker to update launch and reentry regulations which are impeding our nation’s commercial space industry, as well operations that support NASA and... Read More.

Safety First in Vehicles: Buckle Up, Phone Down

Monday, October 28

By the Kansas Department of Transportation KANSAS — Put safety first when getting into a vehicle and participate in Buckle Up Phone Down (BUPD) Day, recognized across the country on Oct. 30. The Kansas Department of Transportation and the Drive To Zero (DTZ) Coalition challenge... Read More.

KDHE Announces Nineteen Additional Grantees for Drug Endangered Children Program

Monday, October 28

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) announced the second round of funding for the Drug Endangered Children in Kansas (DECK) program. The first round of funding, awarded in October 2023, included 18 communities. With... Read More.

Washington Fugitive Captured in Larned

Thursday, October 24

By Lucky Kidd PAWNEE COUNTY, Kan. — The Pawnee County Sheriff's Office, Larned Police, and the United States Marshals Office Fugitive Task Force apprehended what the sheriff's office called an exceptionally dangerous fugitive Thursday.The person was wanted on felony warrants out of Washington State and... Read More.

2024 General Election Information

Thursday, October 24

Important Dates Coming Up for the General Election:Oct. 29: Last day to apply for an advance mail-in ballot. Nov. 4: In-person voting ends at noon. Nov. 5: General election. All advance ballots must be postmarked by Election Day and received by Nov. 8. Check... Read More.

Sunflower Diversified Services, Inc. Turkey Trot Registration Open

Thursday, October 24

By Sunflower Diversified Services, Inc. BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — Registration for the Sunflower Diversified Services, Inc. 2024 Turkey Trot 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is now open!This year’s event will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2024 and promises to be better than ever.... Read More.

Chamber Ambassador Nominations Open – Deadline Oct. 31

Thursday, October 24

GREAT BEND, Kan. — Are you or a staff member interested in engaging more with the community? Consider joining as a Chamber Ambassador.Ambassadors help the Chamber by staying connected with the business community and its 550+ members, addressing their needs, concerns, and opportunities.By becoming... Read More.

FUEL Steering Committee Applications Open Now!

Thursday, October 24

By FUEL Barton County BARTON COUNTY, Kan. — FUEL Barton County is excited to announce that applications are now being accepted for open positions on the Steering Committee. This unique opportunity for emerging leaders in Barton County to help shape the future of the program... Read More.

Kansas Innovators, Entrepreneurs to be Honored by Huck Boyd Institute

Wednesday, October 23

Annual award winners named from across the state By K-State Research and Extension News Service MANHATTAN, Kan. — Seven entrepreneurial organizations will be recognized by K-State’s Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development as the 2024 Huck Boyd Leaders of the Year.This year’s award... Read More.

Great Bend City Council Faces Crucial Zoning Decisions Amid Solar and Development Proposals

Wednesday, October 23

By Lucky Kidd GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend City Council has voted to send back proposed zoning regulations for commercial solar systems in the three-mile jurisdictional area surrounding Great Bend to the Planning Commission to review liability insurance and groundwater testing requirements and... Read More.

K-State, Kansas Health Foundation Team Up for Statewide Efforts to End Hunger

Wednesday, October 23

By Lindley Lund (K-State News), Chase Willhite (Kansas Health Foundation) MANHATTAN AND WICHITA, Kan. — Kansas State University and the Kansas Health Foundation, or KHF, are joining forces in a new partnership and funding opportunity aimed at ending hunger at the community level across Kansas.This... Read More.

Task Force: Kansas Schools Should Ban Cellphones for All Students

Wednesday, October 23

Members of the Kansas State Board of Education say they want to offer guidelines to local districts but don’t plan to impose statewide restrictions. Cellphone policies, like budget or curriculum decisions, are ultimately up to local school boards. By Suzanne Perez, KMUW/Kansas News Service WICHITA,... Read More.