Governor Laura Kelly’s “Axe the Food Tax” Plan: Here’s What They’re Saying
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly’s plan to “Axe the Food Tax” continues to garner widespread support from Kansans across the state. Kansas is one of seven states in the nation that fully taxes groceries. Kansas’ food sales tax rate is 6.5%, the second-highest rate in the country. Governor Kelly’s plan cuts the state sales tax on […]
Gov. Stitt Orders Flags to Half-Staff for Firefighter Killed
Oklahoma City, OK- Governor Kevin Stitt ordered that flags be half-staff today in honor of Edgewater Park Volunteer Firefighter, April L. Partridge, who was tragically killed while battling a wild fire. Governor Stitt said on his Facebook page “I’ve ordered all flags to half-staff today in honor of Edgewater Park Volunteer Firefighter, April L. Partridge, […]
KDHE Announces Recipients of Waste Tire Product Grants
“The grants totaled $436,172.81 and were awarded to 28 organizations to fund projects that include the use of recycled tire products, including playground surfacing and picnic tables.”
As Fertilizer Pollutes Tap Water in Small Towns, Rural Kansans Pay the Price
“For towns with only a few hundred residents, keeping tap water clean and safe can pose a crippling expense. The predicament is likely to become more common in western Kansas as farm chemicals seep into dwindling water supplies.”
‘Youth Futures’ Preps Kids for College, Careers
“Program pairs college, high school students to enhance future opportunities”