Month: August 2025
Kansas Launches Transition Team to Implement New Office of Early Childhood
Image courtesy office of Gov. Laura Kelly/Image: Gov. Kelly at signing of HB2045 in April 2025 Governor Laura Kelly has appointed an interagency transition team
Kansas Profile – Now That’s Rural: Kendra and Rose Ann Riley, The West Riley
By Ron Wilson, director of the Huck Boyd National Institute for Rural Development at Kansas State University/Image: Kendra Riley and Rose Ann Riley Building relationships.
Green Revitalization Organization to Host ‘Ribs, Rhythm, and Rides’ Fundraiser to Save Historic Bank
By: Ryan Duey Photo Courtesy of Green, KS The Green Revitalization Organization (GRO) invites everyone to their ‘Ribs, Rhythm, and Rides’ barbecue fundraiser on Saturday,
Build Your Emergency Fund Now: Simple Steps to Prepare for Life’s Unexpected Financial Crises
Image courtesy Canva A financial emergency can happen anytime—from car repairs and job loss to health issues and natural disasters. Having some cash saved can
Sixteen States Join No-Kill Movement as Governors Commit to Saving Shelter Dogs and Cats
Image courtesy Canva Governors across the country are committing to saving the lives of dogs and cats by signing no-kill proclamations. The recent additions of
Floods Cause Damage but Also Play a Vital Role in Nature, Says K-State Expert
Image courtesy Canva Recent floods across the United States have caused a lot of damage to homes, roads, and nature. But a Kansas State University
Sunflower Summer 2025 Wraps Up After Record Participation; Visitors Urged to Complete Feedback Survey
Image courtesy Kansas Tourism Sunflower Summer officially wrapped up its 2025 summer on August 8th, after extending its season for an additional five days. Over
Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Over Kansas Skies
Image courtesy Canva The annual Perseid meteor shower is lighting up Kansas skies, with the peak occurring tonight, August 12, into the early hours of
Sailor with Family Ties to Clay Center Supports U.S. Navy’s Submarine Force
Megan Lemly, Navy Office of Community Outreach Photo Courtesy of Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class James Green, Navy Office of Community Outreach Petty Officer 1st
Resurfacing on K-82 to begin in Clay, Geary, Riley counties
KDOT Release Photo Courtesy of Canva Beginning Monday, Aug. 18, the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to begin a resurfacing project on about 10.5