Nearly 30,000 Kansans Participate in the Sunflower Summer Program Since Late May Launch

“The Sunflower Summer Program is funded by federal COVID-19 money and offers summer enrichment activities for Kansas students. 89% of participating venues have had Sunflower Summer visitors in the first 16 days.”
Domestic Violence Took Her Health and Her Job. Now She Teaches First Responders How to Help

“Kansas first responders are learning about trauma-informed policing, and the effect of head and neck injuries on survivors.”
KDA Photo Contest Now Accepting Entries

“You can show us the true beauty of the state’s ag industry through the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s annual photo contest. “
Straight Line Winds, Not Tornado, Caused Damage in Riley County on Saturday

“Most of the storm damage we get in Kansas is actually caused by straight line winds, so they should always be taken very seriously,” said Riley County Emergency Management Director Russel Stukey.”
Upcoming Youth Football Camp at Fort Riley Hosted by NFL Player

“The camp runs from 1 to 4 p.m. on June 29 and 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. on June 30. Registration for the camp is free.”
It’s Time for Summer Canning Again

“K-State food safety expert gives tips and tricks for new and experienced home-canners”
Severe Weather Causes Significant Damage in Riley County, Kansas
“Employees performing assessments will have official badges and identification. Please feel free to ask to see identification for anyone approaching your property.”
Additional Charges Filed for Penabaz

“Penabaz is charged with aggravated criminal sodomy, two counts of rape, and four counts of aggravated indecent liberties with a child that were reported to have occurred between 2009 and 2011 involving a female victim between the ages of 2 and 4 at the time.”
Vacation Ready: K-State Veterinarian Shares Summer Travel Tips for Pet Owners

“Many pets experience anxiety when traveling in vehicles or suffer from motion sickness, so it may not be a good idea to take them with you. If you have no option but to take them, you can talk to your veterinarian about medications to help ease their anxiety or nausea.”