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More Learners Choosing K-State

Wednesday, October 1

K-State student recruitment effort continues to yield success MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University is welcoming the fourth-largest first-time freshman class in university history. These new Wildcats have joined transfer and returning students to form a cohort of 21,213 future leaders, nuclear engineers, biosecurity experts,... Read More.

Senator Marshall Releases Statement on Democrat Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas) issued the following statement after Senate Democrats voted to shut down the government rather than pass the clean Continuing Resolution - already approved by the House of Representatives - that would simply extend government funding through... Read More.

Sen. Moran Speaks on the Senate Floor After Congress Fails to Avert a Government Shutdown

Tuesday, September 30

WASHINGTON — U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (Kan.) today spoke on the Senate floor after the Senate failed to pass a continuing resolution to fund the government at current levels until November 21 and avert a government shutdown. The final vote was 55 – 45... Read More.

KDHE, KVDL Host World Rabies Day Poster Competition 2025

Tuesday, September 30

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (KVDL) at Kansas State University in collaboration with Bavarian Nordic and the One Health Commission Bat Rabies Education Team (BRET) are hosting a poster contest to educate children about rabies... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann

Tuesday, September 30

TOPEKA, Kan. — In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday directed flags be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup to sundown on Friday, October 3, 2025, in honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann,... Read More.

New K-State Institute Equips Kansas Educators to Prepare Students for Financial Success

Friday, September 26

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University has established the Institute for Financial Education and Prosperity, a comprehensive initiative designed to support educators across Kansas in teaching financial literacy skills that high school students will need as they transition into the workforce and adult... Read More.

Evergy Recognized as Carl R. Ice College of Engineering 2025 Company of the Year

Wednesday, September 24

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Carl R. Ice College of Engineering is honoring Evergy as its 2025 Company of the Year in recognition of Evergy's outstanding commitment to engineering education, professional excellence and community engagement. Evergy provides electricity to more than 1 million... Read More.

KSU Foundation, Technology Development Institute Collaborate to Support Rural Innovation

Wednesday, September 24

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University's Technology Development Institute is expanding its reach in rural Kansas communities by establishing the Rural Technology Innovation Assistant Program through a unique collaboration with the KSU Foundation. Through a two-year, $1 million grant to the KSU Foundation... Read More.

Local Consult Meetings to Focus on Regional Transportation Priorities in Kansas

Tuesday, September 23

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is inviting citizens to share ideas and discuss regional transportation needs concerning highways, public transit, pedestrians and more at Local Consult meetings taking place across the state in October. “We want to hear directly from Kansans about what transportation... Read More.

Sunday Rain Causes Extensive Damage to Ellsworth School’s Performing Arts Center

Monday, September 22

ELLSWORTH, Kan. — Heavy rainfall early Sunday morning caused significant water damage to the Ellsworth Junior/Senior High School Performing Arts Center (PAC). The stage, band and choir rooms, adjoining office areas, and PAC flooring were all affected. USD 327 Superintendent of Schools Deena Hilbig said... Read More.

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Monday, September 22

Preliminary data from the Kansas Department of Labor indicates the August unemployment rate of 3.8% was unchanged from July and up a tenth of a percentage point from August 2024 as Kansas' labor force participation increased to 67%. Total non-farm payroll declined by 4.700 from... Read More.

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell

Friday, September 19

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed flags be flown at half-staff at the State Capitol Complex and all court buildings and facilities to honor Magistrate Judge and retired Army Lieutenant Colonel Erich Campbell. “From his time in... Read More.

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More Learners Choosing K-State

Senator Marshall Releases Statement on Democrat Shutdown

Sen. Moran Speaks on the Senate Floor After Congress Fails to Avert a Government Shutdown

KDHE, KVDL Host World Rabies Day Poster Competition 2025

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Hays Police Sergeant Scott Heimann

New K-State Institute Equips Kansas Educators to Prepare Students for Financial Success

Evergy Recognized as Carl R. Ice College of Engineering 2025 Company of the Year

KSU Foundation, Technology Development Institute Collaborate to Support Rural Innovation

Local Consult Meetings to Focus on Regional Transportation Priorities in Kansas

Sunday Rain Causes Extensive Damage to Ellsworth School’s Performing Arts Center

Kansas Unemployment up Slightly from a Year Ago

Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Magistrate Judge Erich Campbell

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