Category: Health
New Fitness Court Unveiled in Junction City
By: Ryan Duey A new fitness court has officially opened in Junction City, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and unveiling hosted by the Junction City Area
Clay County Landfill to Perform Groundwater Sampling This Fall for KDHE Compliance
By: Ryan Duey In order to stay in compliance with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) the Clay County Landfill must complete groundwater
Belleville New Water Treatment Plant Provides Safe Nitrate Levels to Citizens
By: Ryan Duey After years of concern over high nitrate levels in Belleville’s drinking water, the city’s new water treatment plant is operational. After more
Marshall County Health Department Changing Hours on Trial-Basis
By: Ryan Duey On September 1st, the Marshall County Health Department will change to four-day work weeks on a trial basis. The Health Department will
Red Cross in Desperate Need of Blood
By: Ryan Duey The American Red Cross is experiencing an emergency blood shortage after its national blood inventory fell over 25% in July. Record-setting summer
Everybody Counts Celebrated 10 Years with Record Numbers
By: Ryan Duey The Everybody Counts Event in Manhattan celebrated 10 years of helping the community with a record year last Saturday. This free yearly
Pawnee Mental Health Receives Grant to Address Essential Needs
By: Ryan Duey Pawnee Mental Health has received a $3,000 grant to address essential needs for its clients, staff, and the community by acquiring essential
Washington Countywide Ambulance Services Postponed At Least Another Year
By: Ryan Duey Washington County Commissioners are awaiting results from a delayed countywide ambulance feasibility study, initially expected in 3-4 months but now almost 11
Three Clay County EMS Employees Will Work Toward Paramedic Certification
By: Ryan Duey The Clay County Commission approved funding for three Clay County Emergency Medical Service (CCEMS) employees to start classes with the final goal
Boost Your Health: Eating Five Fruits and Vegetables Daily Can Significantly Lower Risks, Expert Advises
By Trish Svoboda Everyone knows the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Priscilla Brenes, a K-State Research and Extension nutrition specialist said