Supreme Court issues new administrative order, updated personnel policies related to COVID-19

“The administrative order, personnel policies, and health protocols acknowledge approved COVID-19 vaccines and boosters are widely available and case numbers appear to be in decline,” Luckert said. “They also acknowledge chief judges are in the best position to determine what mitigation protocols are needed in their courts based on fluctuations in COVID-19 cases locally.”
Kansas lawmakers join students at the Statehouse to protest Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

“KU students from Ukraine join Kansas lawmakers in protesting Russian invasion.”
Kansas prisoners can’t vote, but some critics say they are gerrymandered anyway

“The census defines a prisoner’s home address as the prison they are held at, but there is some effort to change that.”
K-State to host ‘mini-conference’ on agricultural ramifications of Ukraine/Russia conflict

“Free sessions available online March 7-11”
Governor Laura Kelly Announces $160 Million to Support Child Care Providers in Kansas

“As we grow the economy, these grants will provide the continued support our child care facilities need to stay open and ensure that Kansas families have access to safe, quality child care.” Governor Laura Kelly said. ”This support will help our child care facilities, it will help Kansas parents, and it will help our economy.”
Union Math Instructor named 2022 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year
“State Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister made the announcement, which comes with $10,000 in cash and prizes from community sponsors, including the use of a vehicle for a year to tour the state as Oklahoma’s next teacher ambassador.”
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Audrey Rupp, HorseThief Reservoir

“Would you like to go camping on a lakefront property? Then build yourself a lake next door.”
Branch out with Wildflowers and Grasses

“K-State horticulture expert suggests a blend of grasses and wildflowers this spring”