Day: December 20, 2024
Rural Kansas Faces Legal Crisis: Committee Proposes Solutions to Address Attorney Shortage and Expand Access to Justice
A committee established two years ago to address unmet legal needs in rural Kansas has presented its findings and recommendations to the Kansas Supreme Court.
Clay County Health Department to Host “Becoming a Mom” Classes for Expecting Parents
By: Ryan Duey The Clay County Health Department (CCHD) will host a series of six classes for expecting parents next year. “Becoming a Mom” is
Twin Valley CEO Ben Foster Elected as Vice Chair of NTCA Board
By: Ryan Duey Twin Valley CEO Ben Foster was recently elected as Vice Chair of the NTCA-Rural Broadband Association Board for 2025. NTCA is a
Rep. Sharice Davids Opposes Government Funding Package, Warns of Harmful Impact on Kansas Families and Economy
Representative Sharice Davids voted against a government funding package that she believes does not support Kansas families and could have harmful effects on the country.
Kansas Unemployment Rate Rises to 3.5% in November; State Adds 7,900 Jobs Since October
Preliminary estimates from the Kansas Department of Labor’s Labor Market Information Services (LMIS) division and the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show a seasonally adjusted
Governor Kelly Announces $1.9 Million in 2025 JAG Grants to Support Criminal Justice Agencies Across Kansas
Governor Laura Kelly, on behalf of the Kansas Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (KCJCC), announced the 2025 recipients of the Federal Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance
Clay County Emergency Medical Services purchases a Utility Task Vehicle
By Rhys Baker Clay County Emergency Medical Services recently purchased a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) to add to their fleet. Emergency Medical Services Director Alec
RVED to Host Four Day “Leaving a Lasting Legacy for Midwestern Farm Women” Planning Series in Clay Center and Belleville
By: Ryan Duey K-State Research & Extension is partnering with the University of Nebraska and Purdue University for a workshop series for women in agriculture.
Items Discussed During Clay Center City Council’s Regular Meeting on December 17th
Topics discussed during the Clay Center City Council regular meeting on December 17th included: Public Hearing, BASE Grant, other Grants, 2024 Audit Proposal, Cereal Malt
KDA Postpones Effective Date for Changes to Private Pesticide Applicator Certification
Luke Byers, RVED, Crop Production Agent In recent weeks, the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) announced rule changes coming to the Private Pesticide Applicator Certification.