Increase in pedestrian and bicycle traffic: Everyone using the road shares responsibility
“Summer spikes pedestrian and bicycle traffic, both for recreation and as a primary mode of transportation. Rising gas prices have also resulted in an increase in bicycle purchases and other non-motorized alternative transportation, especially in Kansas’ urban cities.”
Video: Late Season Planting of Corn, Soybeans
“In many situations, when we shorten the season, these plants will have less chance to grow branches,” Ciampitti said. “And we want to make sure we put more plants so we close the canopy, intercept more light, and yield more.”
OSDE Investigation of Epic Reveals Flawed Attendance Data, Poor Transparency, Millions in Misallotted Public Funds
“Hofmeister will recommend probationary status for school”
Race Wasn’t an Obvious Factor in the New Kansas Congressional Map, State’s High Court Says
“In a full ruling released Tuesday, the court explained why it upheld the Kansas congressional redistricting map despite claims it was racially and politically gerrymandered to benefit Republicans.”
How Satellite-Guided Cows Might Save the Kansas Prairie and Make Ranchers More Money
“Prairie wildlife needs a patchy landscape, in which different areas bear the marks of varying degrees of grazing. Scientists have a plan to achieve that.”
Governor Laura Kelly Announces $53 Million in Appreciation Bonuses for Child Care Providers
“Child Care Providers Will Receive $750 to $2,500 Per Person as a Thanks for Their Hard Work”
Oklahoma Recovers More Than $3.8 Million from Mallinckrodt for Alleged Underpayment of Medicaid Drug Rebates
“The settlement resolves allegations that from January 1, 2013, through June 30, 2020, Mallinckrodt knowingly underpaid Medicaid rebates due for its drug H.P. Acthar Gel (Acthar). The government alleges that Mallinckrodt’s conduct violated the Federal False Claims Act and the Oklahoma Medicaid False Claims Act and resulted in the submission of false claims to the Oklahoma Medicaid program.”
Attorney General O’Connor Files Additional Embezzlement Charges Against Contractor After More Victims Come Forward
“When we see a pattern of criminal behavior, as with this case, there are typically more victims than the ones who first came to us,” said Attorney General O’Connor. “I encourage anyone who falls victim to contractor fraud to contact my office immediately. We will do everything we can to get your money back and prosecute the individuals committing the crimes.”
Use Caution with Poison Hemlock, Ivy and Oak
“Poison hemlock is toxic to many different livestock species. In fact, some livestock and wildlife that consume this plant can die within 20 minutes,” Goodman said. “It doesn’t take very much to harm livestock and wildlife. Less than 500 grams can kill an animal. It’s also very toxic for humans. Simply touching the plant can make you sick.”
Food Scientist: Double Check Pantry for Recalled Peanut Butter
“Blakeslee advises consumers to remain alert regarding May recall”