Month: April 2025
Dighton Rallies to Build Community-Owned Grocery Store After Fire, Aiming to Revitalize Rural Town
A community-owned grocery store is being developed in Dighton, Kansas, after the local grocery store burned down 15 months ago. Fundraising is led by the
Power Outage Food Safety: Experts Urge Caution, Preparedness as Temps Rise
Preparing and storing food during a power outage can be challenging, according to Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee. Without power or a generator,
Governor Laura Kelly Orders Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Pope Francis Until April 26
In accordance with Executive Order #20-30, Governor Laura Kelly directed that flags on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities be flown at half-staff from now
Kiowata: Longford’s Native Water System Used for Daily Supplies, High-End Spirits
In Longford, KS, a population of 73, sits one of the purest naturally occurring waters in the area and beyond. Filtered by sandstone and fueled
FEMA Approves City of Concordia’s Request For a Map Revision
City of Concordia The City of Concordia is pleased to share that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the City’s request for a Letter
Marysville Man Quietly Helps Those in Need through Goodfellows Organization
Goodfellows, once a prominent community organization in Marysville, now continues through the efforts of one man, Bill Phillipi. Originally part of a national network aiding
Hope Ranch to Host Annual Spring Horse Show & Fundraiser May 17th
By: Ryan Duey Hope Ranch Therapeutic Riding Center, a nonprofit organization that offers therapeutic riding lessons to people with a wide array of disabilities, will
District Creates Videos, Contest and Songs for Better Bus Behavior
At USD 379, a common motto kids hear is that “the bus is an extension of the classroom.” In other words, if it can’t be
Holocaust Remembrance Day Programs in Abilene
Eisenhower Library & Museum The public is invited to attend two special events marking Holocaust Remembrance Day. On Thursday, April 24, Dr. Jason Lantzer, author
K-State Veterinary Team to Provide Free Eye Exams for Service Animals During National May Event
By: Ryan Duey As part of the national ACVO/Epicur Service Animal Volunteer Eye Screening event, Kansas State University’s ophthalmology team will once again offer free