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More Than a Home — K-State is Among the Best in Setting Students Up for Happiness and Success

Tuesday, September 3

By Rafael Garcia, K-State News MANHATTAN. Kan. — Trent Stine still isn't sure if it's possible to have a bad day at Kansas State University. The facilities, the campus, the people — everyone and everything has always felt so inviting at K-State, the junior said, even... Read More.

Fatal Wreck Thursday Near Raymond

Friday, August 30

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — One person was killed in a single vehicle accident Thursday near Raymond. Rice County Undersheriff Max Bryant said the crash occurred south of the intersection of 8th Road and Avenue R, where on arrival deputies found a vehicle that... Read More.

Kansas Highway Patrol Stresses Safety Over Labor Day Holiday

Thursday, August 29

By the Kansas Highway Patrol The Kansas Highway Patrol encourages everyone to plan for a safe Labor Day Weekend. Excessive speed, inattention, and impaired driving are leading causes of traffic crashes. Troopers will be on the roadways enforcing Kansas laws, and available to assist motorists. The... Read More.

Hyatt Life Sciences Live Broadcast and Open House

Monday, August 26

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Join Ad Astra Radio and guests Dan Schweizer and Jody Bontrager Monday, Sept. 9 from 1 to 3 p.m. for a Live Broadcast and Open House at Hyatt Life Sciences in Hutchinson, located at 517 E. 30th Ave, Suite... Read More.

City of Sterling Gathering Plumbing Materials for Each Water Service, Forms Due Sept. 13

Monday, August 26

By Brenna Eller STERLING, Kan. — The City of Sterling is gathering data for each water service, active or not, from private homes and businesses by requirement of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. This is due to recent updates to drinking water regulations. The... Read More.

A Safer Future for Kansas and Beyond: K-State Announces $7M in Federal Funding to Drive Biomanufacturing Training and Education Initiative

Monday, August 26

By Lindley Lund, K-State News MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University and U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran announced on Monday a $7 million federal investment to support the university's Biomanufacturing Training and Education Initiative, a comprehensive program designed to position Kansas as a national leader... Read More.

Bucks Rewarded to Drivers Who Buckle Up

Friday, August 23

46 Cities Across Kansas to Hold "Bucks for Buckles" Campaign Aug. 24 - Sept. 8 By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Thousands of vehicles will travel the Kansas roadways during the Labor Day weekend. Many families will head out on one last trip or... Read More.

Sterling College Welcomes New Faculty

Thursday, August 22

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — Sterling College welcomed nine new faculty members to campus for the 2024-25 academic year. Classes began on Wednesday, August 21. “We are proud to welcome these full-time faculty and clinical instructors to the Sterling College family, and we are... Read More.

Governor Kelly, Senator Moran Celebrate Progress on Resolving Water Needs in Rattlesnake Creek Basin

Thursday, August 22

Citing First Year Results, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Will Not Issue a Request to Immediately Secure its Senior Water Rights in 2025 By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Wednesday, Governor Laura Kelly and Senator Jerry Moran celebrated that the U.S.... Read More.

SurePoint Ag Celebrates This Year’s Outstanding Summer Interns

Wednesday, August 21

By SurePoint Ag Systems ATWOOD, Kan. — SurePoint Ag is thrilled to spotlight our exceptional group of summer interns for 2024. This year, we welcomed a diverse and talented cohort of interns who have made significant contributions across our various departments, furthering our mission to... Read More.

New Kansas Standard License Plate Design and Replacement Information

Tuesday, August 20

The new Kansas License Plate design, chosen by Kansans, features the Kansas Statehouse dome in the bottom left corner, within a cutout of the state. The background has a yellow, white, and blue gradient and inscribed at the bottom of the design is, “Ad... Read More.

Lyons Designated a Purple Heart City

Tuesday, August 20

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The City of Lyons has been designated a Purple Heart City. The designation was made through a proclamation read by Mayor Dustin Schultz during Monday's City Council meeting. The Purple Heart is an award given to a member of the... Read More.