Month: February 2025
Kansas Department of Agriculture Launches Program to Boost Nutrition Education in Early Child Care Facilities
The Kansas Department of Agriculture, in partnership with the Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom, is accepting applications from Kansas licensed early child care
FDA Proposes Clearer Front-of-Package Labels to Simplify Nutrition Information for Consumers
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has proposed new front-of-package nutrition labels to help consumers make healthier choices. The labels would highlight information on saturated
Kansas DOT’s Safe Routes to School Program Enhances Safety and Health with New Action Plan and Increased Funding
The Kansas Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program is increasing safety and promoting health for students walking, biking, or rolling to school
Drive To Zero Day at the Capitol Rescheduled for March 27
Press Release Due to the forecasted wintry weather, the Drive To Zero Day at the Capitol event originally scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 12, has been
Obituary- Stephen R. Wren
Stephen R. Wren, of Clifton, KS, passed in a tragic accident February 4, 2025 near Gainesville, Texas at the age of 68. Services will
Program Series “Caregiving for Alzheimer’s and Dementia” Offers Education and Resources
Monica Thayer, Family Resource Management Agent To support caregivers and families navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia, River Valley Extension District is providing a
Obituary- Sister Sylvia Winterscheidt
Sister Sylvia Winterscheidt died February 9 at NCK Medical Center in Concordia, KS. She was 92 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 72
Plans Underway for American Honey Institute in Manhattan
Valor Honey, a veteran-owned business in Manhattan, has partnered with Kansas State University and the American Honey Producers Association to create the American Honey Institute.
Kansas Health Foundation Invests in Extension Services to Boost Community Health
The Kansas Health Foundation’s CEO praised the state’s extension service for its role in improving health across Kansas. Ed O’Malley highlighted that local extension offices
Kansans Warned: Stolen SNAP, TANF Benefits Won’t Be Replaced—Seek Assistance Now
Kansans who have lost SNAP or TANF benefits due to card skimming are urged to seek assistance, as federal aid will not replace stolen funds.