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Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state.“Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

Great Bend Chamber Nears $1 Million Goal in Elevate GBK Campaign to Drive Economic Growth

Wednesday, May 28

$801,000 Raised to Date; Chamber Invites Final Investors to Join 30+ Local Supporters GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce announced it has raised $801,000 toward its $1 million goal in the Elevate GBK Beyond Today Capital Campaign — a bold five-year... Read More.

One of Nebraska’s oldest ranches on the market at $50 million

Wednesday, April 9

One of Nebraska’s largest and most historic cattle ranches is up for sale with a list price of $50 million. The Metgzer Ranch, located in Cherry County in the heart of the Sandhills, dates back to the early 1800s when it was settled during... Read More.

AgMarket.Net acreage estimates put corn over 95 million

Monday, March 24

Private estimates are coming in ahead of USDA’s Prospective Plantings report at the end of the month. Matt Bennett with AgMarket.Net tells Brownfield they surveyed growers across the U.S. and found more than half of respondents plan to grow more corn and less soybeans.... Read More.

Approval sought for $83.5 million settlement with JBS in cattle antitrust case

Monday, March 10

Beef producers are closer to a settlement in an antitrust class action case with one of the four major meat packers. In 2019 National Farmers Union (NFU), R-CALF, and four fed cattle producers filed a class action lawsuit against JBS, Tyson, Cargill, and National... Read More.

Chiefs Bring Back Wide Receiver ‘Hollywood’ Brown on Deal Worth up to $11 million, AP source says

Sunday, March 9

By Dave SkrettaKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - The Kansas City Chiefs are bringing back wide receiver Marquise Brown on a one-year deal worth up to $11 million, a person familiar with the contract negotiations told The Associated Press on Saturday.The person spoke to... Read More.

$10 million available for drought-stricken Ohio farmers

Friday, February 14

The Ohio Department of Agriculture has announced $10 million is available from the state for farmers impacted by extreme drought last year. USDA declared 28 counties in the state as primary natural disaster areas following a nearly month-long drought between August and September. In... Read More.

One million birds impacted by HPAI detection in Jay County Commerical Egg Operation

Wednesday, February 12

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has been detected in a commercial egg layer facility in Jay County, Indiana (east central, Indiana). According to the Indiana Board of Animal Health (BOAH), more than one million birds will be depopulated, and an approximately 6.2-mile control area, and a more than... Read More.

United Way Achieves $1.3 Million Campaign Goal, Impacting 25,000 Local Lives

Tuesday, February 4

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — United Way of Reno County is proud to announce the successful achievement of its $1.3 million fundraising goal, which will directly support 33 vital programs and services across our community over the next year.Thanks to the generosity of donors, businesses and... Read More.

Tabor College Receives $1.3 million Challenge Grant from Mabee Foundation

Friday, January 31

HILLSBORO, Kan. — Fundraising for the renovation of the former Mary J. Regier Building, and future home of business and entrepreneurship, reached a significant milestone with the announcement of a $1.3 million challenge grant from the Mabee Foundation. Tabor College must raise an additional... Read More.

Royals Agree with RHP Michael Lorenzen on $7 Million, 1-Year Contract, AP Source Says

Tuesday, January 7

By Dave SkrettaKANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Michael Lorenzen and the Kansas City Royals agreed to a $7 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2026, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.The person spoke to... Read More.

YMCA Receives $2 million Mabee Challenge Grant

Monday, December 9

By Greater Wichita YMCA WICHITA, Kan. — The Greater Wichita YMCA today announced an exciting new phase of the Hutchinson YMCA capital campaign with the receipt of a generous $2 million challenge grant from the J. E. and L. E. Mabee Foundation. The gift will... Read More.