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Public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red. Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep pets away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your pets, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported at kdhe.ks.gov/1163.
Kansas gets $45 million for infrastructure improvement projects
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced several major state infrastructure projects Monday morning which are receiving nearly $45.3 million in federal funds. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program is responsible for the injection of funding into the Sunflower State. These grants go towards […]
Kansas has new report on first year of taxpayer funding for anti-abortion centers
The contractor administering a state taxpayer-funded anti-abortion program has submitted its required annual report. The Kansas Pregnancy Care Network on Friday submitted its fiscal year 2024 report to State Treasurer Steven Johnson and the Legislature. The organization is in charge of administering $2 million appropriated by the Legislature for use by anti-abortion counseling centers.
Kansas GOP candidate in 2nd District fighting for enrichment of ‘American exceptionalism’
A Kansas National Guard veteran from Topeka attempts to persuade Republican primary voters to support his campaign for the U.S. House. The post Kansas GOP candidate in 2nd District fighting for enrichment of ‘American exceptionalism’ appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Democracy’s warning signs flash ‘emergency’ as newsrooms shudder in Kansas and nationwide
The hits just keep coming for Kansas news outlets. The Gardner News has closed as of today, according to owner CherryRoad Media. Despite serving a community of 25,000, the newspaper has fewer than 200 subscribers. On Friday, The Wichita Eagle announced it would issue only three print editions a week. Beginning in September, the paper […] The post Democracy’s warning signs flash ‘emergency’ as newsrooms shudder in Kansas and nationwide appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Baxter Springs Police now taking donations for Christmas in July toy drive
BAXTER SPRINGS, Kan. — Santa is getting a head start on Christmas in Cherokee County. For the second straight year, the City of Baxter Springs is holding a Christmas in July toy drive. The toys are being collected for distribution this coming Christmas as part of the Cherokee County Toy Box Drive.
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