Month: June 2022
KDOL Announces Vendor Selected for Unemployment System Modernization
Topeka, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Labor (KDOL) has announced that Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has been selected to update the state’s antiquated IT-legacy
K-State Lands $12M Grant to Lead Agricultural Growth in Haiti
Manhattan, Kan. — Kansas State University’s Feed the Future Sustainable Intensification Innovation Lab has been awarded a five-year $12 million grant from United States Agency
A Major Treatment Facility for Kansas Foster Kids Almost Closed. A New Tenant Wants to Save it
Topeka, Kan. — One of the largest residential facilities in Kansas for boys who need more help than most foster care homes can offer looks
Obituary–Karen McNee
Karen Sue McNee, 69 of Clay Center, died Sunday, March 27, 2022 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka. She was born on September 5,
UPDATE: Officer-Involved Shooting During Hostage Incident
Cherokee Co., Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) provided additional information related to the officer-involved shooting that occurred during a hostage incident on
Obituary–James Michael Anderson
James Michael Anderson, age 56, passed away on Monday, March 7, 2022 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS. He was born on October 17,
Kansas Lawmakers Fumble Sports Gambling Agreement Just Hours After Reaching a Deal
Topeka, Kan. — After making headway Friday, Kansas sports gambling legislation abruptly stalled as the House struggled to pass a final agreement and senators left
Game Play: Program Builds Family Bonds, Social Skills
Wichita, Kan. — At first glance, it seems as though the group gathered in a brightly lit room on the north end of Wichita has
Research Investigating Great Plains Cotton Production Receives National Grant
Garden City, Kan. — A project that focuses on the sustainability and economic performance of cotton in the Central High Plains has been awarded $750,000
Obituary
Alvin L. Cook, age 93, lifetime Concordia resident, entered into rest on Sunday, April 3, 2022 at the Sunset Nursing Home, Concordia, Kansas. He was