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K-State Expert Helps Lead National Call to Boost Aging Services

Monday, November 24

Extension specialists across U.S. contribute to special issue on Aging in AmericaMANHATTAN, Kan. — A Kansas State University expert on aging and adult development is a key contributor to a national publication that she says will help to shine a national spotlight on the... Read More.

Allen County 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call to be held Friday, November 7 at 6 PM

Thursday, October 2

IOLA, Kan. — All tables have been sponsored for the 4th Annual Veterans Day Mess Call, which will be held Friday, Nov. 7 at 1800 hours military or 6 p.m. civilian time at the Iola North Community Building.Reservations are now being accepted for the... Read More.

Hays Police Officer Killed Responding to Domestic Violence Call

Sunday, September 28

HAYS, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning in Hays, Kansas, resulting in the death of an officer with the Hays Police Department.On Saturday, Sept. 27, just before midnight, Hays Police Department (HPD) received... Read More.

Last Call for Entrepreneurs: Apply by July 1 for the IGNITE Rural Business Competition

Tuesday, June 17

GREAT BEND, Kan. — The countdown is on for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners to apply for the IGNITE Rural Business Competition, with the application deadline fast approaching on July 1, 2025. This is your chance to turn your business dreams into reality... Read More.

Gov. Colyer, Lawmakers Call on Gov. Kelly to Issue Disaster Declaration for Tornado-Ravaged Counties

Tuesday, June 3

PLEVNA, Kan. — After touring tornado destruction across central and western Kansas, former Governor Jeff Colyer and a delegation of rural state lawmakers are publicly calling on Governor Laura Kelly to immediately issue a disaster declaration for Gove, Reno, Pratt, and Stafford Counties.Gov. Colyer... Read More.

Royals Call up Slugging Top Prospect Jac Caglianone

Tuesday, June 3

By: Anne Rogers, mlb.comKANSAS CITY -- The Royals’ best prospect since Bobby Witt Jr. is on his way to the Major Leagues, as the club called up top prospect Jac Caglianone on Monday morning.It sets the stage for the slugging first... Read More.

McPherson Celebrates New Fire Station 2 with Ribbon Cutting and Unexpected Call to Action

Tuesday, April 15

McPHERSON, Kan. — Something unexpected...or maybe not... occurred during Tuesday afternoon's ribbon cutting for the new McPherson Fire Station 2.As Mayor Tom Brown was talking about a hose tower that's part of the new station at 1715 North Main, pagers went off calling firefighters... Read More.

Sens. Moran, Duckworth Call on FAA to Continue Restricting Non-Essential Helicopter Operations Near Ronald Reagan National Airport

Thursday, February 6

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.) – the chair and ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Aviation, Space and Innovation – called on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to continue the restrictions placed on non-essential helicopter... Read More.

Honor Our Bravest at Veterans Day Mess Call Nov. 8, 2024

Wednesday, October 16

IOLA, Kan. — The Iola Veterans Day Committee is inviting veterans and one guest to an evening of appreciation with a sit-down dinner and entertainment. This event, dedicated to honoring the bravest, is limited to the first 50 veterans and their guests. To secure... Read More.

OSHA Heeds Sen. Moran & Colleagues’ Call to Protect Volunteer Firefighters from Burdensome Regulations

Wednesday, September 18

OSHA Reevaluating Proposed Rule & its Impact on Volunteer Fire Departments By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Jerry Moran WASHINGTON D.C. — This week, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) responded to calls from Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) and his colleagues to reevaluate... Read More.

Grace Episcopal Church Call for Artists August 2024: Lenten Season Exhibition

Monday, August 5

By the Hutchinson Art Center HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grace Episcopal Church in Hutchinson is inviting artists to create a piece that tells the story of Jesus’ last days and crucifixion to be displayed during the Lenten season in early 2025.A special exhibit opening will be... Read More.

KHP 2024-06 FY24 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) Call for Applications

Thursday, April 18

By the Kansas Highway Patrol KANSAS — The Kansas Highway Patrol, as the State Administrative Agency (SAA) for the Nonprofit Security Grant Programs (NSGP) announces a “call for applications” to the FY2024 State NSGP funding opportunity.This funding opportunity is for physical security enhancements and other... Read More.