Month: September 2025
Unemployment Claims Fall as Fewer Americans Seek Benefits
Image courtesy Canva Initial unemployment claims declined in the latest report from the U.S. Department of Labor, signaling continued stability in the labor market. For
Unregulated 7-OH Products Pose Serious Overdose Risk, KDHE Warns
Image courtesy KDHE The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are warning residents about the dangers
CCCHS YLinK Chapter to Host State Conference in November
On November 4th, the CCCHS YLinK chapter will host the organization’s state conference. Youth Leaders in Kansas – YlinK is a student-led and adult-supported youth
Health Experts Urge Kansans to Get Flu Shots Ahead of Upcoming Season
By Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy Canva As flu season approaches, local health experts are urging residents to get vaccinated to protect themselves and their families. Victoria
Washburn University Tops Kansas Public Regional Rankings, Recognized for Low Student Debt and Midwest Excellence
Image courtesy of Washburn University Washburn University announced it has been named the top-ranked public regional university in Kansas by U.S. News & World Report.
Utility Zoo Splash Pad to Open for 2026 Memorial Day
The Clay Center Utility Park and Zoo tentatively plan to open a splash pad for the 2026 summer season. The pad will be located north
KCC Approves $128M Evergy Rate Increase to Upgrade Power Grid
Image courtesy KCC On September 25, the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) announced it approved a deal letting Evergy raise its rates by $128 million. The
Bison, Beef & Bourbon Benefit to Support Flint Hills Discovery Center Youth Programs Oct. 23
By: Ryan Duey Photo Courtesy of FHDC Foundation The Flint Hills Discover Center (FHDC) Foundation will host its annual Bison, Beef, and Bourbon Benefit Fundraiser
Abilene, Kansas, Offers Full Lineup of Fall Fun
Julie Roller-Weeks, Abilene C&VB Photos Courtesy of Abilene C&VB Crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and a calendar full of events make Abilene the perfect destination this
Obituary-Brian Gray
Brian Thomas Gray, 49, son of Richard and Carolyn Gray, was born in Manhattan, Kansas on July 7, 1976. He passed away on September 23,