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Stop Over Applying Nitrogen

Utilizing too much nitrogen fertilizer can lead to crop damage, economic loss, volatility and leaching. On this week’s episode, an expert with AgroLiquid explains the importance of having a balanced fertility program, pairing nitrogen with supporting nutrients like sulfur and micronutrients finding ways to... Read More.

Work together to stop rural crime

Commentary. When back home for Christmas, I revisited memories of growing up on the family farm in Scott County, Illinois. At the heart of many of those memories is the little house down the road from Mom and Dad’s where Grandma and Grandpa lived.... Read More.

Understanding Nitrogen Loss and How to Stop It

Nitrogen is essential for plant growth, but it also has a propensity for loss after it’s been applied. On this episode of the Nitrogen Corner, an agronomy expert with Koch Agronomic Services says there are three types of nitrogen loss to be aware of. The... Read More.

Traffic Stop Leads to Capture of Rice County Jail Escapee

By Lucky Kidd RICE COUNTY, Kan. — A traffic stop near Claflin Thursday led to two arrests, one involving an escape warrant from Rice County.According to Barton County Sheriff Brian Bellindir, deputies stopped a car on K-156 belonging to Nathan Manley of Holyrood, who had... Read More.

Rainy Red Friday Doesn’t Stop Chiefs Kingdom

By Brenna Eller HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Fairgoers endured the stormy weather on Friday for Kansas Lottery Chiefs Red Friday at the Kansas State Fair. The day was filled with people sporting Kansas City Chiefs gear and there was a long line for the viewing of... Read More.

Attorney General: Kansas Will Stop Changing Genders on IDs

TOPEKA, Kan. (KNS) - Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach says the state will stop allowing transgender people to change the gender on their driver's licenses and birth certificates. A new law set to take effect July 1st changes the rules.Trans Kansans have been able... Read More.

30th and Halstead Intersection Temporarily a Four-way Stop

HUTCHINSON, Kan. – A recent traffic accident at 30th and Halstead in Hutchinson has the forced removal of the signal pole at the northeast corner of the intersection.According to Hutchinson Public Works, stop signs have been put in place, making the intersection temporarily a... Read More.