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Farmers face water right issues in Central Kansas
Three local counties are facing water right issues in Central Kansas and it has young farmers worried about their future. “It’s not right,” said farmer Darrell Wood. Fourth-generation farmer Darrell Wood is worried about the future for his sons. “I…
Ten Ways to Protect Your City from Cyberattacks
Every hour, 26% of local governments report a cyberattack. But according to a new NLC analysis, done in partnership with the Public Technology Institute, nearly a quarter don’t have a cybersecurity plan that is designed to protect government information systems…
Kansas schools receive federal grants for student safety
Three Kansas school systems have received federal grants to help make students safer, U.S. Attorney Stephen McAllister said. The money for Kansas is part of more than $85 million the Department of Justice has awarded nationally to bolster school security…
Hays Symphony Orchestra presents 4th annual Halloween concert
Looking for a fun, free and educational Halloween celebration that people of all ages will enjoy? Join the Hays Symphony Orchestra at the upcoming Halloween Children’s Concert at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Fort Hays State University’s Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts…
Liberal School District copes with losses, plans to rebuild in wake of arson fires
The Liberal School District is working to return to normalcy and plans to rebuild after two arson fires destroyed its bus barn, elementary gymnasium and former high school building last month. Liberal students came back to school on Oct. 8…
Accreditation team set to visit Derby police
Not many Kansas police departments are accredited, but Derby’s police are hoping to gain that status. There’s been a lot of work to get to the point of having an accreditation team visit town – and it will be here…
Sedgwick County starts Red Ribbon Week to combat drug abuse
The Drug Enforcement Administration introduced Red Ribbon Week to Wichita with a flag raising ceremony on Monday, Oct. 21. The ceremony started with the president of the Wichita Metro Crime Commission declaring Oct. 23-Oct. 31 as Red Ribbon Week. All…
Lanes dedicated to bikes and scooters in downtown Wichita
Downtown Wichita is going to continue seeing changes, this time with safety in mind. The Wichita city council is expected to accept a $25,000 grant on Tuesday morning. The money will help launch a pilot project, adding lanes for bikes…
Johnson County Community College awarded Top 10 Sustainable Community College recognition
What happens when you save $3.6 million in utility costs over eight years, compost 659,857 pounds of food waste and divert 60% of your waste stream from landfills in a single year? Not only do you make Mother Nature smile,…
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