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Monarchs Seeking Host Families for Upcoming Summer Season

Wednesday, May 14

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Interested in hosting a Monarchs baseball player to give them a home away from home this upcoming summer season?Each year, the Monarchs welcome players from around the country to compete, grow and represent them on the field. For this experience to... Read More.

Sen. Moran Joins Colleagues in Introducing MOMS Act to Help Strengthen Families

Tuesday, May 6

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Ahead of Mother’s Day, U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) joined 18 of his colleagues in introducing the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act. This legislation would provide critical support to women during the beginning phases of motherhood –... Read More.

Potential health insurance change could cost farm families thousands

Thursday, February 27

The director of the Center for Agricultural Law and Taxation at Iowa State University warns farm families about a potentially harmful change to federal health insurance. Christine Tidgren says a premium tax credit that covers a large portion of the cost is set to... Read More.

Federal uncertainties weighing on farm families

Wednesday, February 26

Farmers are concerned about uncertainties at the federal level. Minnesota Department of Agriculture Deputy Commissioner Andrea Vaubel says recent layoffs at USDA and questions about the farm bill and tax policies are causing stress on the farm. “There’s question around just the availability of... Read More.

Hoisington Native Barton Alum Helps Children and Families as a Social Worker

Thursday, March 21

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — While many children grow up in a supportive and nurturing family environment, that is not the case for all children, and Barton alum and Hoisington native MyKayla Burgess has found meaning in providing comfort... Read More.

Convoy of Hope Brings Help to Families in Need on July 29th

Monday, July 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Several Hutchinson churches are partnering to sponsor Convoy of Hope’s free drive-thru event on Saturday, July 29th, at 9 a.m. on the Kansas State Fairgrounds. The mission is to bring help and hope to families in need.Rain or shine, Convoy of... Read More.

McPherson Rural Appreciation Picnic Thanks Agriculture Producers and Families

Monday, June 19

MCPHERSON, Kan. – Take a break, it’s Rural Appreciation Picnic time. The Rural Appreciation Picnic, organized by the McPherson Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Committee, is scheduled for Friday, July 21st, 2023. This annual tradition to celebrate the agriculture community has been a special event for... Read More.

Kansas Families Struggle to Find Child Care, According to Annual Kids Count Report

Wednesday, June 14

By Sam Bailey, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — Child care challenges have forced Kansas parents to give up or change jobs, while child care workers are paid worse than 98% of professions, according to a new report.Kansas Action for Children released information about Kansas child... Read More.

Kansas Families Can Explore the Cosmosphere, Other Kansas Landmarks for Free as Part of Sunflower Summer Program

Friday, June 9

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – Kansas families can have a blast for free this summer at the Cosmosphere all thanks to the Kansas State Department of Education's Sunflower Summer program. All Kansas students, and up to two accompanying adults, can receive free admission to the... Read More.

More Kansas Families Now Eligible for Education Enrichment Funds

Wednesday, June 7

WICHITA, Kan. (KNS/KMUW) — More Kansas families are now eligible for a $1,000 payment to help fight learning loss. Governor Laura Kelly's administration started the Kansas Education Enrichment Program in January as a way to help parents pay for educational services like... Read More.

Davids, Estes and LaTurner Help Carry Debt-ceiling Bill, Leave Mann Alone in Opposition

Thursday, June 1

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA — Three of four Kansas members of the U.S. House voted to approve the debt-ceiling bill despite protesting provisions of the deal worked out by President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.A bipartisan majority in the House passed... Read More.

Moran Wants to Alter College Financial Aid Law to Benefit Farm, Small Business Families

Monday, April 24

By Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector TOPEKA, Kan. — U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran of Kansas endorsed legislation repealing a new federal formula for determining student financial aid that could lower college assistance to children of parents operating small businesses or family farms.The controversy arose with development of... Read More.