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Governor Kelly Announces Total Elimination of Food Sales Tax

Thursday, January 2

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday announced that in 2025, Kansans are projected to save $156 million due to the reduction in the state sales tax rate from 2% to zero and the “Axe the... Read More.

Evergy Prepares as First Winter Storm of 2025 Predicted

Thursday, January 2

Cold weather, snow expected to affect service area By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is preparing for the first potential cold snap and winter storm of the new year that could impact our service area. Evergy power plants are available to meet customers’ needs through... Read More.

Kansas Health Officials Provide Update on Avian Flu That Public Risk Remains Low

Thursday, January 2

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment While the risk to the general public still remains very low, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is reminding Kansans to practice caution around wild birds and backyard poultry amid increasing reports of highly pathogenic... Read More.

KHP Reports 245 Motorists Assisted, 1 Non-DUI Related Fatal Crash Over New Year’s Holiday

Thursday, January 2

The Kansas Highway Patrol 2025-01 Patrol shared the New Year’s Holiday Activity reports. The reporting period for the holiday ran from 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, through 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025. On Dec. 31, 2024, at 4:00 a.m., Kansas Highway... Read More.

2025 Wildfire Mitigation Project Planned for Areas North and East of Hutchinson

Thursday, January 2

By Jeremy Unruh, Hutchinson Fire Department Chief of Operations HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Hutchinson Fire Department will be conducting wildland mitigation operations North and East of Hutchinson this year for our annual mitigation project. The areas North of Hutchinson will include Plum Street from 69th... Read More.

Day of Mourning Declared for Jan. 9, 2025 to Honor Former President Jimmy Carter

Thursday, January 2

An Executive Order 24-05 declaring Thursday, Jan. 9. 2025, as a Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter was signed on Tuesday by Governor Laura Kelly. State of Kansas offices will be closed as a result of the order. This... Read More.

Five Chiefs Named to the 2025 Pro Bowl Games

Thursday, January 2

By Matt McMullen KANSAS CITY, Mo. (Chiefs.com) - The Kansas City Chiefs have their collective sights on another Super Bowl run as the postseason kicks off later this month, but in the meantime, five members of the back-to-back defending world champions earned nominations to... Read More.

(12/11) K-State Women Uses Big Fourth Quarter to Down Houston

Thursday, January 2

BOX SCORE HOUSTON, Tex. (KStateSports.com) - (12/11) K-State used a dominant fourth quarter to hold off the upset bid by Houston, 74-55, on Wednesday afternoon at Fertitta Center. The win improves K-State's win streak to nine. K-State improved its record to 14-1 for the second... Read More.

No. 7 Kansas Drops Big 12 Conference Opener to West Virginia, 62-61

Thursday, January 2

BOX SCORE | POSTGAME NOTES LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Javon Small hit the go-ahead free throw with 1.8 seconds remaining, and West Virginia held on after blowing an 18-point second-half lead to beat seventh-ranked Kansas 62-61 in an intense Big 12 opener for both... Read More.

Multiple Area Players and Coaches Selected for 52nd Annual Shrine Bowl

Thursday, January 2

The Kansas Shrine Bowl announced the 88 players that received invitations to the 2025 event on New Year's Day. The 52nd Annual Shrine Bowl will be held on Saturday, June 21 at Memorial Stadium in Dodge City. In all, 13 players and four coaches... Read More.

Wreaths Across America Offering 1 For 1 Match on Sponsored Wreaths through Jan. 17 for 2025 Event at Laurel Cemetery & Haven (Priest) Cemetery

Tuesday, December 31

Volunteers help to Remember, Honor, Teach about our community’s heroes By Jake Feil HAVEN, Kan. — Local Wreaths Across America volunteers are working hard to ensure that all veterans laid to rest at both Laurel Cemetery and Haven (Priest) Cemetery are honored this December as part... Read More.

ReUse It Center Surpasses 2024 Donation Goal, Donating Over $80K

Tuesday, December 31

McPHERSON, Kan. — The ReUse It Center was able to go over its goal of $51,000 and donated a total of $80,750 in 2024. ReUse It Center Store Manager Shulah Neff shared that it wouldn’t have been possible without the center’s volunteers and its... Read More.