Day: July 3, 2025

Blossom End Rot on Tomatoes
Kelsey Hatesohl, Horticulture Agent Photo Courtesy of Canva Do you have tomatoes with a sunken, brown leathery patch on the bottom of the fruit? If

KHP Offers Road Trip Safety Reminders During the Holiday Weekend
Kansas Highway Patrol Release Photo Courtesy of KHP Many people will celebrate the holiday and following weekend by hitting the road and traveling throughout the

Resurfacing Underway on U.S. 36 in Republic, Washington Counties
KDOT Photo Courtesy of Canva The Kansas Department of Transportation has begun resurfacing on U.S. 36 in Republic and Washington counties. Work will involve a

Kansas Sees Sharp Rise in Measles Cases as Outbreak Spreads Across 11 Counties
Image courtesy Canva Kansas is facing its largest measles outbreak in years, with confirmed cases continuing to rise across the state. According to the Kansas

Kiddie Pond, Mega Catch: Clay Kids Land 100-plus-lb Bluecat
Their scale topped out at 99 pounds and when three 11 year-olds attempted to weigh their massive blue catfish, it crashed. “When the tail was

K-State Student Wins National Award for AI Travel Concierge That Simplifies Trip Planning
Photo K-State graduate student Raksa Ma/Photo courtesy K-State Exploring new destinations can be exciting, but planning a trip often comes with stress—from organizing transportation and

Not All Wasps Are Harmful, But Nest Removal May Still Be Necessary
Image courtesy Canva Wasps nesting around homes are a common concern for many homeowners, but not all wasps pose a threat. According to Kansas State

Don’t Forget to Wash Up: Handwashing Key to Picnic Food Safety, Expert Says
Image courtesy Canva One of the most overlooked food safety steps at outdoor picnics is also one of the easiest: handwashing. Kansas State University food

2025 Clay County Fair Royalty Candidates Announced; Coronation Set for July 15
River Valley 4-H Photos Courtesy of Melissa Baxter, 4-H Program Manager The 2025 Clay County Free Fair Royalty Candidates have been announced. On Tuesday, July

Washington Health and Drug’s Annual School Supply Giveaway Set for July 30–Aug. 1
By: Ryan Duey Photos Courtesy of Washington Health and Drug Washington Health and Drug is preparing for its annual School Supply Giveaway, set for July