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Governor Kelly Shares Statement Regarding Death of Two Israeli Embassy Staff

Thursday, May 22

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly shared in a press release this morning that she joins in mourning the loss of Kansan Sarah Milgrim and Yaron Lischinsky, two Israeli Embassy staff who were killed last night outside of the Captial Jewish Museum in Washington,... Read More.

Senator Marshall Staff Visits Impacted Communities

Monday, May 19

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall visited Grinnell and Plevna today. Tornadoes caused extensive damage in both communities late Sunday evening to early Monday morning.Senator Marshall's staff members spoke with local and state officials to help determine areas of need for each community according to Senator... Read More.

U.S. Drought Monitor staff preparing for NOAA disruptions

Tuesday, March 4

A climatologist at the National Drought Mitigation Center says he’s closely following how staffing cuts at USDA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) could impact work. Brian Fuchs tells Brownfield, “When we see some of these agencies starting to get some of... Read More.

EPA staff reductions could be major challenge for pesticide approval process

Monday, March 3

The CEO of the Ag Retailers Association says staffing shortages at the EPA could make an already long pesticide registration process even longer. “The Office of Pesticide Programs, which handles all of these registrations, has been understaffed and under-resourced constantly,” says Daren Coppock. President... Read More.

Farmers Union concerned about Trump administration staff cuts

Monday, February 24

The National Farmers Union wants to know how the federal government funding freeze and job cuts have affected individuals. Mike Stranz is Farmers Union’s Vice President of Advocacy. He tells Brownfield the funding freeze left many farmers wondering what comes next. “A lot of... Read More.

Hutch Rec Announces Two Staff Promotions in 2025

Tuesday, January 7

By the Hutchinson Recreation Commission HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Recreation Commission announces the promotion of two staff members to start the New Year.Kelsey Loutensock was promoted to Director of Sports & Aquatics on Jan. 1. Loutensock started at Hutch Rec as the Aquatics and Special... Read More.

McPherson City Commissioners and City Staff to Tour Fire Station No. 2 and Hear Progress Updates Tuesday, Dec. 31

Monday, December 30

By the City of McPherson MCPHERSON, Kan. — On Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, McPherson City Commissioners and City staff will tour Fire Station No. 2 and hear progress updates at 1705 N. Main Street.Because more than one commissioner is expected to attend, the tour will... Read More.

2025 Kansas Shrine Bowl Coaching Staff Selected

Thursday, December 12

KANSAS (KansasShrineBowl.com) - The Kansas Shrine Bowl is proud to introduce the coaches who will lead the East and West teams in the 52nd Kansas Shrine Bowl presented by Mammoth on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in Dodge City, Kansas. Each classification 1A through... Read More.

Grand Staff Thrift Boutique Brings Back 12 Days of Christmas Sale, Raising Funds for eSwatini Elementary School

Friday, November 15

By Brenna Eller BUHLER, Kan. — Grand Staff Ministries, Inc. has recently been granted land in eSwatini, Africa, to build an elementary school.To raise funds for the building project, the Grand Staff Thrift Boutique in Buhler is holding a 12 Days of Christmas Sale Friday,... Read More.

Swedes Baseball Adds Two to Coaching Staff

Friday, September 6

LINDSBORG, KAN. (BethanySwedes.com) – The Bethany College Baseball Team hired on Yoberth Marchan and Noel Perez to join their staff.Yoberth Marchan is a former Bethany College baseball player who earned some impressive honors while playing for the Swedes. He was All-KCAC Second Team in... Read More.

Swedes Track and Field Add to Coaching Staff

Friday, September 6

LINDSBORG, KAN. (BethanySwedes.com) – The Bethany College Track & Field teams have added Daylon Smith and Mike Lynam to their coaching staffs.Daylon Smith joins the Swedes from Southwestern College as he was the assistant track and field coach for the Builders. Before he began... Read More.

USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, Announces Significant Wage Increases Across All Staff Levels

Tuesday, August 13

By Hutchinson Public Schools HUTCHINSON, Kan. (Aug. 12, 2024) — USD 308, Hutchinson Public Schools, is proud to announce significant wage adjustments following the successful settlement of the professional negotiated agreement on August 12, 2024. These changes reflect the district's commitment to remaining competitive in... Read More.