Governor Laura Kelly Tours Future Child Mental Health Hospital in Hays

“One of my highest priorities since taking office has been strengthening our mental health system in Kansas, especially in underserved parts of the state,” said Governor Laura Kelly. “This hospital will provide top-notch care to children in Hays and beyond – reinforcing my Administration’s efforts to increase the mental health resources needed to keep young Kansans safe and healthy.” 

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Topeka, KS– The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued several public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae.  A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or […]

Veterinary Researchers Identify Potential Treatment for Emerging Rabbit Diseases

Manhattan, KS— A discovery by researchers at Kansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine may save the lives of wild and domestic rabbits threatened by the recent spread of lagovirus diseases, including Rabbit hemorrhagic disease and European brown hare syndrome. Through collaboration with researchers from other Kansas Board of Regents universities, K-State virologists Yunjeong Kimand […]

New Kansas State University Scholarship Program Increases Affordability and Access

“With the success of our Missouri Match program, we wanted to provide an opportunity for students in any state across the nation to attend K-State,” said Karen Goos, vice provost for enrollment management. “As a top-ranked R-1, land-grant university with a high rate of success, we want to provide all students with talent and promising leadership potential the opportunity to earn a prestigious K-State degree.”

Livestock Biosecurity A Diligent and Serious Task

“It’s very common for cattle to come home from a show and be under the weather,” said Dana Zook, Oklahoma State University Extension livestock specialist for the west district. “It could just be a virus, but there’s always a chance it could be more.”

Governor Laura Kelly Opens Sportsbooks for Wagering Beginning September 1

“The four casinos contracted with the state to offer sports wagering through independent platforms are Boot Hill Casino & Resort; Ford County near Dodge City; Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane; Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway, Kansas City, KS; and Kansas Crossing Casino & Hotel in Pittsburg.”

Missing Kansas Kids

“This weeks Kansas Missing Kids are: 17 year old Sinan Damani; 16 year old Ivy Jade Perez; 16 year old Alejandra Salas; 15 year old Trinity Sproul; 16 year old Lauren McQuigg; 16 year old Lucia Hernandez; and 16 year old Taylor Criswell.”