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iKan, KDOT and DMV Alerts Kansans of Nationwide Unpaid Toll Text Scam

Wednesday, May 21

Have you recently gotten a message saying that you owe an unpaid toll and that if you don't pay it, you will be fined or have a penalty? The Kansas Department of Revenue, the Kansas Department of Transportation and the Kansas Division of Motor Vehicles... Read More.

KDA and KDHE Remind Kansans to Vaccinate Animals Against Rabies

Wednesday, October 2

By the Kansas Department of Agriculture MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Agriculture and the Kansas Department of Health and Environment together advise Kansans to be alert to the human health risk caused by unvaccinated animals, following a second detection of rabies in a... Read More.

Governor Kelly Signs Bill Providing Tax Cuts for All Kansans

Friday, June 21

Gov. Kelly Also Signs Legislation Approving Economic Development Tool to Attract Professional Sports Teams to the State By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that she has signed Senate Bill 1, bipartisan legislation that will provide tax... Read More.

Ratzlaff, Van Zelfden Named Young Kansans

Wednesday, May 1

By Hutchinson Community College HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Two outstanding Hutchinson Community College students were recognized as the 2024 Young Kansan Award winners at a ceremony on campus on May 1. The students will also be honored during the College’s commencement ceremonies on Friday, May 3.Megan... Read More.

K-State Health Professional Urges Kansans to Schedule Annual Wellness Exam

Monday, March 11

See the doctor yearly to make sure ‘we’re as healthy as we can be,’ says Johannes At a glance: All Americans should have an annual wellness exam to maintain good physical and mental health, says Elaine Johannes, the Kansas Health Foundation's Distinguished Professor of Community... Read More.

Road Usage Charge Study Underway, Looking for Kansans to Participate

Wednesday, March 6

By the Kansas Department of Transportation The Kansas Department of Transportation announces the launch of a three-month pilot study exploring whether a pay-per-mile road usage charge (RUC) could potentially replace the current state fuel tax as a new way to fund roads and bridges. The... Read More.

Governor Kelly Vetoes Republican’s House Bill 2284, Calling it “Reckless Flat Tax”

Friday, January 26

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly today vetoed House Bill 2284 after receiving the legislation this afternoon.The following veto message is from Governor Kelly regarding her veto of House Bill 2284:“I support responsible tax cuts, but I refuse... Read More.

Kansans Can Vote Among 5 New Designs Adhering to Law Enforcement Needs through Friday, Dec. 15

Monday, December 11

By the Kansas Office of the Governor TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today shared how Kansans will be able to weigh in on the next State of Kansas license plate. Starting today, Kansans can go to KSPlates.kansas.gov to vote for their favorite plate... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Earns Achievements in Six Kansans Can Star Recognition Outcome Areas

Friday, December 8

BUHLER, Kan. — Kansas State Department of Education announced on Thursday, Dec. 7 that Buhler USD 313 Earned achievements in six Kansans Can Star Recognition outcome areas, including a gold star in Postsecondary Success and a Commissioner’s Award with Honors.

Marshall’s Office Offers Assistance to Kansans in Israel

Monday, October 9

By the Office of U.S. Senator for Kansas Roger Marshall M.D. SALINA, Kan. – In response to the ongoing deadly attacks on Israel, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., has announced his office’s assistance in helping any Kansan in Israel safely evacuate to a neighboring country... Read More.

2023 State Fair Performers Acknowledge Kansans’ Support During Concerts

Sunday, September 10

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Grammy nominated multi-platinum rock band NEEDTOBREATHE started off the Kansas State Fair at the Nex-Tech Grandstands on Friday night and ended their concert with a long-lasting encore involving the crowd.Lead singer, Bear Rinehart shared memories of how the band... Read More.

EPA Fulfills Governor Kelly’s Request to Save Kansans Money at the Gas Pump This Summer

Thursday, May 4

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced Wednesday that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted her request to allow the sale of E15 products – gasoline blended with 15% ethanol – during the summer months through an emergency waiver. This action will help prevent potential fuel shortages and... Read More.