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Murphy family farming business to be re-established

Tuesday, December 3

An agreement between Murphy Family Ventures and Smithfield will allow the Murphy family to return to independent pork production. In a news release, Smithfield says the agreement establishes a Murphy-owned farming business with capacity to produce approximately 3.2 million hogs annually for Smithfield’s fresh...

Randy and Marie Headings Named 2024 Farm Focus Family of the Year

Monday, November 11

By Jennifer Weathers, Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce

Man Convicted of Running Over Nickerson Family

Monday, October 14

By Lucky Kidd LOUISVILLE, Ky. — A Kentucky jury has convicted a man who ran down four members of a Nickerson Family in July 2022, killing one and critically injuring two others.A Jefferson County, (Ky) jury deliberated less than...

FUEL Barton County Fall Fest: A Family Fun Event

Tuesday, October 8

By the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce

Americans for Family Farmers take opposition of EATS Act to D.C.

Monday, September 23

A group of around 35 U.S. farmers recently took their opposition of the EATS Act to Capitol Hill. Illinois farmer Dave Bishop, who’s family operates a diversified organic farm in Logan County, says the bill seeks to limit a state’s ability to determine guidelines...

Rice Community Healthcare Announces Rebrand to Reflect Focus on Family Medicine and Unified System

Monday, September 16

By Rice Community Healthcare/Rice Community Health RICE COUNTY, Kan. (September 2024) — Rice Community Healthcare is excited to unveil a new branding initiative designed to align its services more closely with its focus on family medicine and community-centered care....

Wyffels family discusses new Ames location, future innovations

Thursday, August 29

Jacob Wyffels, vice president of production for Wyffels Hybrids, says the company’s new Ames, Iowa facility will ensure that Wyffels’ growing customer base continues to enjoy industry leading products and support throughout the growing season. The post

Close family welcomes all to Farm Technology Days

Tuesday, August 13

Wisconsin’s Farm Technology Days begins Tuesday with an emphasis on smaller equipment, hay & forage machinery, and drones. Jamie and Renee Close are hosting the event with daughter Taren and their neighbors at the Chippewa Valley Music Festival grounds. Jamie Close tells Brownfield the...

“Like a Wonderful Family Reunion” 150th Anniversary Celebration of Swiss Volhynian Mennonite Ancestors Coming to the U.S.

Thursday, August 8

By Glen and Kathy Goering

Kesler Family Supporting Aspiring Bankers at FHSU

Thursday, July 18

By: The FHSU Foundation HAYS, Kan. — First-generation Fort Hays State University graduate Jeff Kesler always hoped to pay it forward to FHSU students but was unsure where to begin. His experience at FHSU provided the opportunities and mentors...

Great Bend Economic Development Receives Grant Funds from the Patterson Family Foundation for IGNITE Innovation Center Project

Monday, July 15

By the Great Bend Economic Development GREAT BEND, Kan. — Great Bend Economic Development (GBED) is pleased to announce the receipt of $394,000 from the Patterson Family Foundation Thriving Rural Grant program. The grant funds will allow GBED to...

Family, Friends and Members of the Kansas Legislature Pay Final Farewell to State Representative Les Mason

Tuesday, June 11

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — Several current and past members of the Kansas Legislature, including at least two past speakers, along with many friends and family paid their final farewell to State Representative Les Mason of McPherson Tuesday.