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Kansas Child Care Zones Program Supports Communities Working to Address Local Child Care Issues

Monday, November 24

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment launched the Child Care Zones program in 2025 to support communities working to address local child care issues. A Child Care Zone is a self-defined geographic area (of at least two counties) that receives state-level support to... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners to Address Budget, Police Promotions, and Infrastructure Improvements at July 15 Meeting

Friday, July 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday will take action on a resolution to exceed the Revenue Neutral Rate for the 2026 budget.As of now the maximum mill levy for the city would be set at 53.238 mills, which would be just under 1.2... Read More.

McPherson School Board to Address Flood Damage, Enrollment Study, and Annual Appointments at Monday Meeting

Friday, July 11

McPHERSON, Kan. — The McPherson USD 418 Board of Education Monday evening will review information regarding recent damage to the Roundhouse floor at McPherson High School due to the June flood. This will also include a presentation on proposed solutions for repair and replacement.During... Read More.

Reps. Mann, Neguse Reintroduce Legislation to Address Health Care Shortage

Saturday, March 29

WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 28, 2025) — Today, U.S. Representatives Tracey Mann (KS-01) and Joe Neguse (CO-02) led 11 of their colleagues in reintroducing legislation to address the nation’s health care workforce shortage. The States Handling Access to Reciprocity for Employment (SHARE) Act of... Read More.

Frontier Extension District to Hold Brush Control Meeting March 18

Friday, February 21

Experts to provide guidance on curbing woody encroachmentOTTAWA, Kan. — On March 18th, the Frontier Extension District will host a meeting to discuss the control of brush, Sericea Lespedeza and Old-World Bluestem in pastures. The meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Franklin... Read More.

Governor Kelly Delivers 2025 State of the State Address

Thursday, January 16

Gov. Kelly Anticipates Kansas Prospering for Generations Through Remainder of the 21st Century TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly delivered the 2025 State of the State address to a joint session of the Kansas Legislature on Wednesday, Jan. 15. In her address, Gov. Kelly shared accomplishments achieved... Read More.

Garnett City Commissioners Appoint New Advisory Board Members, Address Weather Preparedness, Make Proclamations at Jan. 14 Meeting

Wednesday, January 15

By Lucky Kidd GARNETT, Kan. — Appointment of members to two advisory boards were made by Garnett City Commissioners Tuesday. The Commission last month deferred action on filling two open positions on the Library Advisory Board and the Tourism Advisory Board.Both library board positions were... Read More.

Stop Signs to be Placed to Address Increased Traffic Issues on Curtis Street, Genesis Street and Stearman

Tuesday, October 1

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON Kan. — McPherson City Commissioners Tuesday approved installation of stop signs on Curtis Street, Genesis Street and Stearman to address increased traffic issues in that neighborhood. Initially only one stop sign was requested but two are being placed to better address... Read More.

Bethany College and MCCSEC Launch Innovative Scholarship Program to Address Special Education Teacher Shortage

Thursday, June 6

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. (MAY 29, 2024) — In partnership with the McPherson County Special Education Cooperative (MCCSEC), Bethany College is excited to announce the launch of the Pathway to SPED scholarship program. This initiative addresses the critical shortage of special education teachers in... Read More.

Lyons City Council Accepts KDHE Consent Order Related to Wastewater Treatment Plant Issues

Tuesday, May 21

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has accepted a consent order from the Kansas Department of Health and Environment related to issues at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and setting out steps to address ongoing issues at the plant. The Council also... Read More.

Chiefs Address Biggest Concerns in NFL Draft with Selections of Wide Receiver and Offensive Tackle

Monday, April 29

BY DAVE SKRETTA - ASSOCIATED PRESSKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Kansas City Chiefs had two distinct holes on their roster as they headed into the offseason.The two-time defending Super Bowl champions filled them with their first two picks in the NFL draft.While every... Read More.

K-State’s 39th Truman Scholar Aims to Address Global Food Security

Wednesday, April 24

By Malorie Sougéy, K-State News MANHATTAN, Kan. — Adelaide Easter, senior in agricultural economics and global food systems leadership with minors in leadership and international agriculture, Salina, is Kansas State University's 39th Harry S. Truman scholar.The Truman scholarship is a highly competitive national... Read More.