Day: January 27, 2026

Manhattan Big Brothers Big Sisters Office Damaged by Fire
Manhattan Fire Department Photo Courtesy of MHK Fire Department At 8:28 a.m., the Manhattan Fire Department was dispatched to 519 Pierre St. for a report

Spelling bee for all ages February 7 in Abilene
By Jennifer Theurer Most spelling bees are held in a school gymnasium with the top award being bragging rights on the playground later. No matter

Anonymous $1 Million Gift to Wichita State Supports Need-Based Scholarships
Image courtesy WSU Wichita State University is proud to announce a transformative $1 million gift from an anonymous 1958 graduate of the University of Wichita

Kansas Judicial Branch Releases 2025 Annual Report Highlighting Key Initiatives
Image courtesy Canva Chief Justice Eric Rosen has released the Kansas Judicial Branch 2025 Annual Report, submitted to the governor and members of the Kansas

Cold Snaps Can Trigger Frost Quakes
Image courtesy Canva Cold weather can sometimes trigger loud booms known as frost quakes. Meteorologist Ricky Matthews explained on Facebook that these happen when the

K-State Meteorologist Weighs In on Weather Apps
Image courtesy Canva There are plenty of apps and tools available for tracking weather and viewing forecasts. K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond shares which weather tools

Heart-Healthy Eating Series Starting in March
Kaitlin Moore, Food Safety & Health Agent Photo Courtesy of RVED K-State Extension’s River Valley District is offering a series of nutrition presentations in March

MCAC’s Next Artist: Eric Stearns
Marshall County Arts Cooperative Photos Courtesy of MCAC Ceramic artist Eric Stearns will visit Marshall County Feb. 6 and 7 for a two-day residency hosted

Grow Clay County to Host ‘Boots & Bling’ Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet Feb. 21
By: Ryan Duey Photo Courtesy of Grow Clay County Grow Clay County’s Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet is set for Saturday, February 21st, at the

Obituary-Richard Ray Powell
Richard Ray Powell, 77, of Washington, Kansas, passed away Saturday, January 24th, 2025, at the Washington County Hospital surrounded by his family. A rosary service