Month: July 2025
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
West Nile Virus Risk High in Kansas; Officials Urge Mosquito Precautions
Image courtesy Canva The risk of West Nile virus is currently high across much of Kansas, with mosquito bites capable of spreading the disease. The
K-State’s Powercat Motorsports Races to Top 5 Finish at International Formula SAE Competition
Photos courtesy of K-State As moviegoers rush to see the summer blockbuster F1, few will ever experience the thrill of driving a real Formula One-style
Family Loses Teen to ‘Sextortion’ Scam; Speak Out to Share Tech Dangers for Youth
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City of Manhattan’s Furniture Amnesty Day Announced
Photo Courtesy of The City of Manhattan has announced that the City will host its annual Furniture Amnesty Day on Friday, July 25th, from 8
Tiger Sharks Make a Splash at Clay Center Swim Meet
The Tiger Sharks had a strong showing at the 2025 Clay Center Swim Meet last weekend. Over 30 swimmers from various age groups competed, earning
Chiefs Seek Extension for Kansas Stadium Financing, Hinting at Possible Move
The Kansas City Chiefs have requested an extension to the June deadline for a stadium financing package from Kansas, signaling the possibility of moving the
Item Discussed During the Clay County Commissioners’ Weekly Meeting on June 30th
Photo Courtesy of Ryan Duey Topics discussed during the Clay County Commissioners’ weekly meeting on June 30th included: 2026 Budgets, parking lot work, radios, ESA