Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Rebeca Herrera, Patricia Seanz-Reyes – Emporia HOTT
By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University Emporia is HOTT. In this case, I’m not referring to the temperature. HOTT is an acronym for Hispanics Of Today and Tomorrow, an organization that is working to promote higher education opportunities for Hispanic students in […]
Food Safety Applies to Hunting Wild Game, Too
By Maddy Rohr, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— Safety is an important aspect of hunting, and that includes food safety. How meat is handled at harvest, preservation and preparation are key to flavor and safety of the end product. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said the first step of a […]
Governor Laura Kelly Promotes Workforce Participation for Kansas Military Families
Topeka, KS– Today Governor Laura Kelly joined leaders and advocates for military families for a roundtable discussion focused on how Kansas can continue its progress in knocking down barriers for military families looking to participate in the workforce. Topics addressed during the discussion included barriers to occupational licensure and the importance of expanding child care. […]
K-State Veterinarian Offers Tips for a Trick-Free Halloween for Pets
K-State veterinarian offers tips for a trick-free Halloween for pets Manhattan, KS— Treats and costumes are great for kids and adults, but a Kansas State University veterinarian says to take extra care with dogs and cats this Halloween. Susan Nelson, clinical professor at the university’s Veterinary Health Center, said one of the most important things […]
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Semiconductor Company Investing $4M, Creating 30 Jobs Near Manhattan
Topeka, KS– Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Radiation Detection Technologies, Inc. (RDT), a semiconductor device manufacturer, is expanding its operations around Manhattan. The company will create 30 new jobs over the next five years with a $4 million investment to construct a new facility and purchase new semiconductor processing equipment. “Radiation Detection Technologies’ investment shows […]
K-State Salina Selected for 2023 Leadership Transformation Grant through Kansas Leadership Center
“This is the second year in a row that the K-State Salina campus has been selected for the Leadership Transformation Grant, as the campus provided 40 participants training in 2022.”
Free Health Insurance Marketplace Assistance for Kansas Residents
Clay Center, KS- Clay, Cloud, Washington and surrounding county residents can get free assistance finding and enrolling in Marketplace health insurance plans from Grow Clay County Certified Navigators. Open enrollment lasts until January 15, 2023, but customers must enroll by December 15, 2022, for coverage beginning on January 1. Navigators are federally trained community health […]
Kansas 4-H Meat Judging Team Wins National Contest
“American Royal win is the first-ever for a Kansas team”
Keep Your Trick-or-Treaters Safe from Scary Injuries
Topeka, KS– On Halloween, ghosts and ghouls may make your blood run cold but real dangers, like pedestrian accidents, falls, burns and poisonings are a scary reality. Safe Kids Kansas, the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the Kansas Highway Patrol remind families to make safety part of your fall festivity planning. On average, […]
Study Aims to Improve Feed Efficiency, Safety of Weaned Pigs
“Swine nutrition student to present findings at K-State Swine Day, Nov. 17”