Day: May 9, 2025

Junction City Fire Department to Start Painting Hydrants Soon
Jason Lankas, JCFD Fire Chief The Junction City Fire Department has finished with hydrant flushing for the year. We will now focus on painting the

Kansas Wildlife Expert Offers Bat Season Advice: Wait Until August to Safely Remove Attic Bats
Kansas State University wildlife expert Drew Ricketts typically sees an increase in calls during spring as bats come out of hibernation and remain active through

KanDrive App Wins Regional Award for Real-Time Travel Upgrades and Smart Corridor Innovation
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) announced that its KanDrive traffic app has earned the Best ITS Service Award from ITS Heartland, recognizing major enhancements

Senators Introduce Bill to Rein in TSA Facial Recognition, Protect Traveler Privacy
Several U.S. Senators, including Sen. Roger Marshall, M.D., have introduced the Traveler Privacy Protection Act to ensure Americans can opt out of facial recognition screenings

K-State Vet Urges Pet Owners to Prepare for Emergencies on National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day
Disasters can happen suddenly, and preparing in advance can help protect both you and your pets. In recognition of National Animal Disaster Preparedness Day, Kansas

Moran Warns FBI Budget Cuts Could Undermine Public Safety, Urges Staffing Support for Kansas Offices
At a recent Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Jerry Moran expressed significant concerns regarding the proposed $545 million reduction in the FBI’s Fiscal Year 2026

The High School House: 55-Year Tradition Provides Skills, Local Housing Part 1
Annually, students at CCCHS construct a house. On the north side of the school sits a concrete foundation that has held tens of houses which

Comedian John Caparulo Shares Insights on His Career and Upcoming Show at Concordia’s Brown Grand Theatre
By: Ryan Duey Comedian John Caparulo will bring his “Mad Cap Comedy” to the Brown Grand Theatre in Concordia Saturday, May 31st at 7:30 p.m.

Two Clay County Entrepreneurs Awarded $5,000 Small Business Grants to Expand and Launch Local Salons
By: Ryan Duey Two Clay County businesses were awarded Small Business Development Matching Grants by the Clay County Commission recently: ‘SageBrush Salon & Spa’ in

Alex Schnell Takes Ownership of Lamunyon Dry Out & Foundation Repair
By: Ryan Duey As of May 1st, a familiar face took ownership of Lamunyon Dry Out & Foundation Repair in Clay Center. Alex Schnell, former