Day: December 18, 2025

Kansas State Launches $1M Program to Boost Rural Manufacturing Careers and STEM Education
Image courtesy KState Kansas State University announced it is launching a $1 million initiative to strengthen the state’s manufacturing workforce by expanding access to technical

KDHE Updates Bird Flu Guidelines Ahead of Peak Flu Season, Risk to Public Remains Low
Image courtesy Canva The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has updated its guidelines for monitoring avian influenza, or bird flu, ahead of peak

PMMA 2026 Art is Ageless Calendars Now Available
Photo Courtesy of Clay Center Presbyterian Manor Facebook Page The Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America (PMMA) recently announced that the 2026 Art is Ageless calendar is

Kansas Business Owner Sues Over CBD, Vape Shop Raids Citing Vague State Law
Image courtesy Canva A Kansas business owner in McPherson County has filed a lawsuit challenging recent law enforcement raids on CBD and vape shops. The

USD 333 Preschool Receives Gifts from USD 333 Education Fund
Kim Muff, USD 333 Education Fund Photo Courtesy Kim Muff USD 333 Preschool children and staff were all smiles when gifts were delivered to their

Ventura Foods Recalls Thousands of Salad Dressings Over Possible Contamination at Costco, Publix and Other Retailers
Image courtesy Canva Ventura Foods is recalling thousands of cases of salad dressings sold at retailers including Costco and Publix because the condiments could contain

Bipartisan Bill Introduced to Fund Wildfire Cleanup Nationwide
Image courtesy Sen. Marshall’s office U.S. Senators Roger Marshall, M.D., and Jeff Merkley announced the introduction of the bipartisan Post-Wildfire Environmental Assistance Act on Tuesday.

Riley County Commission Approves Updated Comprehensive Plan
Riley County Photo Courtesy of Riley County Today the Riley County Board of County Commissioners approved the county’s updated Comprehensive Plan, Riley County Together –

Then & Now: Leipersberger Lumber
Today, a parking lot sits west of City Hall. However, it was once home to a lumber yard that was owned by a number of

The Singing Christmas Tree Celebrates 70 Years at CCCHS Part 2
Each year, vocal students at CCCHS audition to be the “star” of the Singing Christmas Tree. This 70-year tradition includes a soloist who sits atop