Flinchbaugh Remembered for Service to Agriculture, U.S. Land-Grant System
A national grassroots organization that supports agricultural research, extension and teaching has granted one of its top honors to Barry Flinchbaugh, a world-renowned agricultural economist and Kansas State University College of Agriculture professor.
More and More Kansas Libraries are Fine with You Not Paying Overdue Fees
Kate Webb and her 2-year-old son, Teddy, sat in the children’s section of Wichita’s Advanced Learning Library watching an educational video about animal sounds on a brightly colored monitor.
Mulready Says Get Ready Part I: Before the Storm
“After a disaster, many in our community need help and first responders may not be able to assist right away.”
Lawmakers look ready to legalize medical marijuana, but likely won’t let Kansans vape or smoke it
“Kansas nearly passed legislation last year that would have legalized cannabis for medical use. If it does so this year, it may be available by early 2024.”
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
“The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many elective procedures being put on hold, and this has led to a substantial decline in cancer screening, including screening for colon cancer,” said Dr. Duwve.
Kansas Senators Will Travel To Eastern Europe
“America should do what America does best – protect freedom and liberty for our own citizens and for people around the world,” said Sen. Moran.”
Cimarron National Grassland Plans Prescribed Burning for Areas in Morton County
“Fire is a natural occurrence that many ecosystems rely on to function in a healthy manner,” said Acting Cimarron National Grassland District Ranger Jeff Outhier.”
With Sen. Marshall Support, Senate Votes to Nix Travel Mask Mandates
“The CDC continues to make decisions as if they are in a vacuum without consideration for the big picture…95% of Americans have some form of immunity… New infections are down 94%… It’s time to stop the travel mask mandates. It’s time to let our people go.”
KDWP Cautions Light Goose Hunters to Be Vigilant as Avian Influenza Cases Rise
“Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is carried by ducks, geese and shorebirds and presents itself differently in different species,” said Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) wildlife disease coordinator Shane Hesting.”
New Survey Shows Kansans Strongly Support Legislation Granting Patients Choice and Access to Nurse Practitioners
“Kansas voters shows broad bipartisan support to make it easier for patients to see Advance Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) for their health care services.”