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K-State Food Scientist Urges Consumers to Buy – or Update – Their Food Thermometer

Tuesday, September 1

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Where food safety is concerned, a food thermometer is kind of like the swiss army knife. It’s a must-have, multi-use tool in the kitchen. “It is one of the most important tools consumers can use to know when food is cooked properly... Read More.

Ad Astra Radio Honored with KAB Awards Including Posthumous Tribute to Lucky Kidd

Tuesday, September 1

Ad Astra Radio is honored to share that the Kansas Association of Broadcasters has selected Lucky Kidd to be the recipient (posthumously) of the 2026 Sonny Slater Award for Service to Station and Community. Lucky devoted so much time and care to his communities in... Read More.

I-70 Construction in Geary County Could Impact Game Day Travel

Monday, August 31

The Kansas Department of Transportation is alerting motorists to anticipate delays on I-70 and U.S. 77 in Geary County during periods of heavy travel, especially on weekends of Kansas State University home football games in nearby Manhattan. K-State’s first three football games will be... Read More.

Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission Approves Hunting Regulation, State Park Fee Changes

Sunday, August 30

The Kansas Wildlife and Parks Commission has approved a series of changes to hunting regulations and Kansas State Park fees, including new restrictions on nonresident waterfowl hunting and the return of a fall turkey season for Kansas residents. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks... Read More.

Olathe Northwest High School Wins Performing Arts School of Excellence Award

Thursday, August 27

OLATHE, Kan. – Olathe Northwest High School has been named the 2026-27 Performing Arts School of Excellence award winner by the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA). After receiving commendations in 2022 and 2025, Olathe Northwest won the award for the first time... Read More.

Sen. Moran Announces $2 Million Federal Investment for Kansas Forest Service

Thursday, August 27

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee – today announced a $2 million federal investment for the Kansas Forest Service to strengthen the efforts of local firefighters and support implementation of the Kansas Forest Service Action... Read More.

The Dollywood Foundation Honors the Life and Legacy of Dolly Parton

Thursday, August 27

Foundation to carry forward Dolly's lifelong mission of inspiring children, families and communities through generosity, opportunity and love SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Dollywood Foundation today joins millions of people around the world in mourning the passing of its beloved founder, Dolly... Read More.

KMW Holds Ground Breaking Ceremony for New Production Facility in Sterling; $105M Investment

Wednesday, August 26

STERLING, Kan. — KMW LTD, a precision manufacturer of agricultural front loaders, backhoes, and other attachments, held a ribbon cutting and groundbreaking ceremony today for its new North American headquarters and production facility in Sterling, Kansas. A $105 million investment to create 250+... Read More.

Cox Communications Becomes Part of the Spectrum Brand

Friday, August 21

TOPEKA — Charter Communications finalized its $34.5 billion deal to acquire Cox Communications on Thursday, and Kansans will soon see their Cox products marketed under Charter’s Spectrum brand. Along with its Cox transaction, Charter announced completion of its purchase of Liberty Broadband Corp. Now the largest... Read More.

Cases of Cyclosporiasis Top 800 in Kansas

Thursday, August 20

The number of cases of cyclosporiasis in Kansas is rising again - with 807 documented cases. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment show that 59 new cases were reported since last Wednesday. Health officials expect the case count to keep rising because it can... Read More.

Sen. Moran Urges USTR to Consider Impact of Salt Tariffs on Kansas Businesses, Local Governments & Taxpayers

Tuesday, August 18

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) today urged U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer to consider the consequences the administration’s proposed 50 percent tariffs on imported salt from Canada would have on Kansas businesses, local governments and taxpayers, who rely on de-icing salt to... Read More.

Cyclospora Cases Surge in Missouri and Kansas as School Year Begins

Monday, August 17

Health officials are urging families to take extra precautions with fresh produce as the new school year begins following a sharp increase in reported cyclospora cases in Missouri and Kansas. Missouri health data released August 16 show nearly 2,000 cases of the foodborne parasite, up... Read More.