Death investigation in Wilson County
WILSON COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Wilson County Sheriff’s Office are conducting a death investigation after human remains were found Thursday evening in rural Wilson County. The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office requested KBI assistance at approximately 7:25 p.m. on Thursday, March 16. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response […]
KCC offers tips on what to look for when hiring a limo or bus service
KCC offers tips on what to look for when hiring a limo or bus service TOPEKA – Limousines and charter buses are popular modes of transportation for proms, weddings and other special events. If your spring or summer plans call for limo or bus transportation, the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) encourages you to do a […]
County Commission Meetings to be Held in Smaller Cities Once Per Quarter
Once a quarter in 2023, the Riley County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) will hold a regular meeting in one of the smaller cities. Meetings are open to the public and will be held in the evenings, starting at 6:00 p.m., to allow more people to attend. Meetings will also be broadcast live on Riley […]
K-State opens applications for 2023 animal science leadership academy
Program open to 20 high school students interested in livestock-related careers K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – Kansas State University’s Department of Animal Sciences and Industry is opening its doors this summer to high school students who have an interest in becoming leaders in the livestock industry and related careers. Department officials […]
Ten rules for planting trees this spring
K-State horticulture expert shares tips to set you up for success K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – If you’re planning to plant a tree in your yard this spring, there are some steps you can take to make sure your new landscape has its best chance of success. Kansas State University horticulture […]
Kansas Lawmakers Advance a Plan that Lets an Outside Group Raise Their Pay
KCUR | By Dylan Lysen Published March 16, 2023 at 12:08 PM CDT Blaise Mesa/Kansas News Service The Kansas House approved a bill that would create an independent commission that sets the compensation package for lawmakers. Supporters argue the commission could increase pay to help more everyday Kansans to run for office. Kansas lawmakers appear on […]
Governor Kelly, Bipartisan Legislative Leadership Call on Congress to Meet Funding Commitment for Special Education Services
TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly was joined by Kansas legislative leaders of both parties – Senate President Ty Masterson, Speaker of the House Dan Hawkins, Senate Minority Leader Dinah Sykes, and House Minority Leader Vic Miller – in signing a letter that calls on Congress to increase federal funding for special education services. For […]
Realignment project to resume on U.S. 77 in Geary County
Beginning the week of March 20, traffic will be reduced to one lane with an 11-foot width restriction on U.S. 77 in Geary County as work resumes to complete the realignment of Old 77 Highway. Work on U.S. 77 will begin just south of the U.S. 77/Old Milford Road junction and continue north to the […]
UPDATE: Death investigation in Galena
CHEROKEE COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Galena Police Department have identified the remains of a man found on Feb. 27, in a field in Galena. The man has been identified as 52-year-old Peter C. Wittington, of Carthage, Missouri. Wittington last spoke to family in late 2022. The investigation has not […]
Governor Kelly Delivers Keynote Address at Naturalization Ceremony in Johnson County
JOHNSON COUNTY – Today, Governor Laura Kelly celebrated with 300 new United States citizens during a naturalization ceremony at Johnson County Community College. Governor Kelly delivered the keynote address and Judge Julie A. Robinson, a District Judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of Kansas, presided over the ceremony. “I want to congratulate […]