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Cattle Chat: Factors Influencing Herd Expansion Decisions

Tuesday, October 14

MANHATTAN, Kan. — As cattle producers across the country evaluate opportunities for herd expansion, Kansas State University beef experts say careful management and long-term planning remain essential for making sound business decisions, even while market signals are shifting. On a recent episode of the... Read More.

Kansas Judges, Attorneys Weigh ‘Fragmented’ Remote Court Proceedings as Supreme Court Seeks Change

Monday, October 13

TOPEKA, Kan. — Kansas’ legal aid group relies on remote court appearances in 22 counties in the southwest part of the state after losing its only attorney in the region in August, said Kansas Legal Services’ executive director, Matthew Keenan.However, some judges refuse to... Read More.

Fire Experts Urge Preparedness for Wildfires in Kansas

Monday, October 13

Kansas Forest Service specialist shares tips for mitigating fire around the home MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas may not be known as a state that is at high-risk for wildfires, but Kansas Forest Service specialist Shawna Hartman said Kansas ranks in the top five states nationally... Read More.

K-State Expert Highlights Gut Health as Key to Managing Diabetes

Monday, October 13

November is National Diabetes Month MANHATTAN, Kan. — November marks National Diabetes Month, a time to spotlight one of the most pressing chronic health conditions in the United States.Alongside well-known topics like blood sugar and insulin, A Kansas State University expert also is drawing attention... Read More.

Asian Longhorned Tick Identified in Kansas

Thursday, October 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Kansas Department of Agriculture are alerting the public to the first known occurrence of the Asian longhorned tick (ALHT), Haemaphysalis longicornis, in Kansas. KDHE identified the ALHT after it was found on... Read More.

Congressman Tracey Mann Discusses Government Shutdown and Impacts

Thursday, October 9

McPHERSON, Kan. — It's been three weeks since the US House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to keep the federal government in operation. First District Congressman Tracey Mann told Ad Astra News in an interview Thursday it's a matter of getting a few... Read More.

City of Great Bend Releases Home for the Holidays Theme and Details

Thursday, October 9

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The City of Great Bend is thrilled to announce the theme for the 2025 Home for the Holidays Parade: “Holiday Movie Madness.” This theme was chosen to honor the favorite films that make the holiday season even more special.From A Christmas Story, to... Read More.

RKAP Awarded $381,000 Grant from Patterson Family Foundation to Expand Rural Workforce

Wednesday, October 8

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP) received a $381,000 grant from the Kansas City-based Patterson Family Foundation to expand the trades workforce in rural Kansas.“RKAP is committed to building a high-quality workforce in rural Kansas,” says Joel Leftwich,... Read More.

KDOT Announces Approved September Bids

Tuesday, October 7

The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 17, 2025, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. District One... Read More.

City of Great Bend to Celebrate White Cane Day

Tuesday, October 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 6, 2025) — Mayor Cody Schmidt has proclaimed October 15, 2025, as White Cane Day in the City of Great Bend, announced at Monday’s City Council meeting. A nationwide observance since 1964, White Cane Day celebrates the accomplishments of the... Read More.

David Dunekack Appointed Public Works Director for the City of Great Bend

Tuesday, October 7

GREAT BEND, Kan. (Oct. 6, 2025) — The City of Great Bend announced David Dunekack as its newest public works director at its City Council meeting on Monday, Oct. 6.With an extensive background in various quality control testing, equipment operation and supervising roles, Dunekack... Read More.

Third Annual Ignite Rural Business Competition Set for This Thursday at the Crest Theatre

Monday, October 6

Tickets on Sale Now at www.igniteks.com and Available at the DoorGREAT BEND, Kan. — The entrepreneurial energy of Central Kansas will take center stage this Thursday at 7:00 PM as the third annual Ignite Rural Business Competition lights up the Crest Theatre in... Read More.