Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Amelia Earhart Hanger Museum
By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University Amelia Earhart speaks. She smiles, looks up, and begins to talk about her life experiences. Wait – didn’t Amelia Earhart disappear in the South Pacific 80 years ago? Yes, but she is alive again – at least virtually – […]
Governor Kelly Announces Qualifying Families Can Now Apply for $1000 per Student for Learning Recovery
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced that the Kansas Education Enrichment Program (KEEP) is open to applications from qualifying parents and guardians of Kansas students. KEEP provides a $1,000 award per student to pay for various educational goods and services that promote learning recovery and facilitate academic enrichment opportunities. “This program will provide Kansas students […]
21st JUDICIAL DISTRICT DRUG COURT HOLDS INAUGURAL GRADUATION
(RILEY COUNTY, KANSAS – February 21, 2023) As the 21st Judicial District Drug Court quickly approaches their one-year anniversary, they are hosting their first participant graduation February 22, 2023. To date, eighteen participants have received the benefits of Drug Court including individualized treatment plans, ongoing support, and accountability. “We use a combination of close supervision […]
2023 cattlewomen’s camp registration now open
By Gail Ellis STILLWATER, Okla. – The Oklahoma State University Extension Cattlewomen’s Boot Camp has opened registration for its next session June 5-7 at the Creek County Fairgrounds in Kellyville. The event launched in 2022 to offer women ranchers a fun and engaging learning experience in the production, financial management and market strategy involved in […]
Governor Kelly Visits Topeka School for Tour, Roundtable Discussion on Importance of Fully Funding Special Education
TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly visited Jardine Elementary and Middle School in Topeka to tour special education classrooms and discuss the importance of fully funding special education in Kansas with parents and educators. “Before I took office, our public schools were not getting the funds they needed for our students to thrive. I’m proud […]
$5,000 Awarded to Impact Sports & Fitness from Community Foundation Grants
BY: Haley Jones Abilene, KS – Impact Sports and Fitness, an affiliate of Memorial Health System, was awarded a grant in November of 2022 from the Community Foundation of Dickinson County totaling $5,000.00. Impact Sports and Fitness supports the Memorial Health System mission; ‘to enhance the health and wellness for all’, and in doing so, […]
Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce names Matt Crocker as C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year at annual meeting
MANHATTAN, Kan. – Matt Crocker was recognized as the 2022 C. Clyde Jones Volunteer of the Year during Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting at Manhattan Conference Center, Feb. 17. The Chamber’s volunteer of the year award honors C. Clyde Jones, a 60-year Manhattan resident who served as first dean of Kansas State University’s […]
Windfall or money owed? K-State financial expert urges taxpayers to make a plan
By Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension news service MANHATTAN, Kan. – For some taxpayers, income tax season is a time to look forward to an anticipated windfall. For others, it’s the sign of a big bill coming due. But whether you are expecting a refund from the IRS or will owe money, Kansas State […]
Beware of human foods toxic to pets
By Trisha Gedon STILLWATER, Okla. – When Rover begs for a bite of food at the table, it can be hard for pet owners to resist sharing their plates. It’s important to know that some of the foods perfectly safe for human consumption are deadly to animals. “Some human favorite foods can be quite toxic […]
From the Land of Kansas 45th Anniversary Celebration
MANHATTAN, Kansas —From the Land of Kansas, the state’s agricultural trademark program, is celebrating its 45th anniversary in 2023. The program will kick off its celebration at the Kansas State Capitol on Monday, March 6, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Members of the From the Land of Kansas program will be offering samples of […]