Homicide Investigation in Marshall County
Marshall County, KS The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide that occurred early Thursday morning in Marysville, Kansas. The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance at approximately 3:20 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 24. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to the […]
Exploring Data-Rich Maps in Riley County
Riley County, KS- Last week, Governor Kelly proclaimed November 16 as GIS day in Kansas, recognizing that use and application of geospatial technology is crucial to operating our infrastructure, sustaining our natural resources, and stimulating economic growth. Although we benefit from the work of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) departments across the nation, most of what they […]
Attorney General O’Connor Offers Tips for Oklahomans to Avoid Holiday Shopping Scams
Oklahoma City, OK – Attorney General John O’Connor is urging Oklahomans to use caution when making purchases and donations this holiday season to avoid scams and fraud. “As we enter another exciting holiday season, I want to make sure Oklahomans are prepared with the latest consumer protection tips to help ensure safe, joyful festivities and […]
Will Strawberry Plants Survive a Cold Winter?
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS — Strawberry plants need time to gradually adjust to winter conditions and temperature drops to become cold resistant. Sudden changes in temperature can severely damage strawberry plants, said Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham. “Strawberry plants are better able to withstand […]
Red Cross Response in 2022: Donations Help Most Vulnerable Facing Disasters and Blood Crisis
Kansas-— 2022 has been a year of crisis for families in Kansas and around the world — from extreme climate disasters to global emergencies like the conflict in Ukraine to the first-ever national American Red Cross blood crisis. “Whether a crisis is felt by an entire community or a single person, it turns lives upside […]
Osage Students Talk to Stars: Students to Hear from NASA Astronaut Nicole Mann Aboard Space Station
Osage Nation, OK- Osage Nation students will have the opportunity to hear from crew members aboard the International Space Station. Astronauts will answer questions from students at Daposka Ahnkodapi, the Osage Nation Language Immersion School, and Osage students from the community at a LIVE event on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the Osage County Fairgrounds, […]
Kansas Farm Bureau to hold 104th annual meeting in Manhattan Dec. 3-5
Manhattan, KS— Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) will celebrate its 104th annual meeting Dec. 3-5 in Manhattan. “I’m excited we will be gathering again to conduct the work of the state’s largest general farm organization,” says Rich Felts, president of Kansas Farm Bureau. “I’m so glad I’ll get to celebrate with our members, county Farm Bureaus and friends from across […]
Cattle Chat: Managing a Post-Weaning Parasite
By Lisa Moser, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— Tummy troubles can be miserable and if diarrhea is a symptom, it can lead to a serious illness in people and cattle, say the experts at the Kansas State University Beef Cattle Institute on a recent Cattle Chat podcast. “Newly weaned calves […]
‘Click It or Ticket’ Enforcement Campaign Kicks into High Gear Over Thanksgiving Weekend
Topeka,KS. – The Kansas Department of Transportation is partnering with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to raise awareness of its “Click It or Ticket” campaign during the busy Thanksgiving weekend. Law enforcement agencies will have an increased presence on roadways to check for speeders, seat belt use, and any […]
Calving Schools Planned
Manhattan, KS– In anticipation of calving season, Kansas State University Animal Sciences and Industry and K-State Research and Extension are planning on a series of calving schools in January. The program will outline overall calving management that includes stages of the normal calving process as well as tips to handle difficult calving situations. A.J. Tarpoff, […]