EPA Announces $6.5 Billion in New Funding Available for Water Infrastructure Projects

“Water infrastructure provides the foundation for healthy and vibrant communities by delivering safe drinking water and returning our treated wastewater to the environment,” said EPA Assistant Administrator for Water Radhika Fox.”
KDA Photo Contest Now Accepting Entries

“You can show us the true beauty of the state’s ag industry through the Kansas Department of Agriculture’s annual photo contest. “
Straight Line Winds, Not Tornado, Caused Damage in Riley County on Saturday

“Most of the storm damage we get in Kansas is actually caused by straight line winds, so they should always be taken very seriously,” said Riley County Emergency Management Director Russel Stukey.”
Severe Weather Causes Significant Damage in Riley County, Kansas
“Employees performing assessments will have official badges and identification. Please feel free to ask to see identification for anyone approaching your property.”
Best Tips for Avoiding Summer Mosquitoes

“Look around your landscape at anything that collects water. Flower pots, rain gutters, watering cans, old tires or birdbaths are prime breeding grounds for mosquitoes,” Hillock said. “Through some landscape design, we unintentionally create an atmosphere pleasing to mosquitoes. Fortunately, just dumping out the water is an easy fix.”
Sen. Moran Provides Update on the SFC Heath Robinson Honoring Our PACT Act

“Kansas Veterans Offer Support for the Historic Toxic Exposure Legislation “
Political Signs Not Allowed on Highway Right of Way

“By law, all right of way on state highways is exclusively for public highway purposes.”
EPA Takes Action to Reset and Strengthen the RFS Program

“Up to $12 million in funding from President Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law will boost environmental workforce while helping to transform communities in need”

”KDWP had another record year of nonresident deer applications,” said Shanda Knapic, Chief of Licensing. “We received almost 30,000 applications from April 1 – 29. We’re aware the anticipation of waiting on draw results can be stressful; however we appreciate your patience with us as we validate the data and confirm the accuracy of the information that was migrated into our new system.”
Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

Topeka, Kan. — 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. Marion Reservoir in Marion County is at a Hazard level due to high toxins and high cell count. The Army Corps of Engineers […]