Month: March 2025
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Ensure Veterans Can Access Paper-Based Travel Reimbursement System
U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D., alongside Senator Rick Scott, introduced the bipartisan Preserving Access to Patient Reimbursement (PAPR) Act. The bill ensures that veterans can
Items Discussed During the Clay County Commissioners Weekly Meeting on March 3rd
Topics discussed during the Clay County Commissioners’ regular weekly meeting on March 3rd included: Riley Clinic expansion, bridge plank bids, ambulance services, Fire Lien Act,
Historic Building Receives Matching Grants for Structural Issues
On March 5th, Happy Hippie in Clay Center announced that structural repairs had begun on their historic downtown location. A total of $185,000 in grants
Obituary-Randy Chilson
Randy L. Chilson, age 52, of Blue Rapids, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025, surrounded by his family. Randy was born March 7, 1972,
Program Series “Caregiving for Alzheimer’s and Dementia” Offers Education and Resources
Jordan Schuette, Adult Development and Aging Agent To support caregivers and families navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s and dementia, River Valley Extension District is providing
Home Destroyed and One Pet Perished in House Fire South of Manhattan
Riley County Fire District #1 Riley County Fire District #1 responded to a report of a structure fire at 1809 South Manhattan Ave at approximately
Ordinance Explained: Zoning Addition in Clay Center
Last summer, a zoning ordinance was put into effect in Clay Center. It was adopted after the Planning Commission recommended a revision to the city’s
Kansas Wildlife and Parks to Hold Public Meetings in March on Night Vision Coyote Hunting Season
The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) will hold three public meetings in March to hear feedback on the night vision coyote hunting season.
No Measles Cases in Kansas as Disease Spreads in Other States
On February 20, 2025, the CDC reported 93 confirmed cases of measles across several states, including Alaska, California, Georgia, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York
Gardening for All Abilities: Expert Tips on Tasks, Tools, and Design for Safety and Wellness
Gardening offers numerous wellness benefits, but adapting traditional practices to suit gardeners of all abilities is essential for safety and success, regardless of age. Kansas