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Trial by fire: Forest Service to hire 250 wildland firefighters
The Rocky Mountain Region has seen its fair share of wildfires this year. Recognizing the danger the fires pose, the USDA Forest Service seeks to address the threat by bringing on 250 permanent seasonal wildland firefighters.
KSU Students Receive Research Awards
Several students from Salina are among thirty-four students in the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University who have received research awards from the college for summer and fall 2024. The awards aim to provide students with impactful, paid research experiences alongside faculty mentors. The $1,000 scholarships are...
Two-vehicle crash in central Salina Monday afternoon
Salina Police Department (SPD) officers responded to a vehicle accident near the intersection of Ninth and Cloud Streets earlier this afternoon. On Monday, August 19 at 12:40 p.m. officers were dispatched to the area of Ninth Street near Kraft Manor for a two vehicle crash in the southbound lanes. The...
Krieger-Zook running for House District 104
BUHLER, Kan. — With her campaign in full swing, Lynnette Krieger-Zook is proud to announce her candidacy for Kansas House of Representatives for the 104th District covering parts of Reno and McPherson County. Lynnette is a long-time Buhler resident, educator, wife, mother, and grandmother. Lynnette felt a personal calling to run for office after years of being involved with both Republican and Democratic campaigns.
Wild horses, burros up for adoption this weekend in Kansas
GIRARD, Kan. (KAKE) - The Bureau of Land Management is holding a two-day wild horse and burro event this weekend in southeast Kansas. The event begins at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 23, at the Crawford County Fairgrounds in Girard. Adoptions will take place August 23, from noon-6 p.m., and Saturday, August 24, from 8 a.m.-noon.
Progress notable at site of future Dollar Tree in east Emporia
Work is moving quickly to bring a new Dollar Tree to east Emporia. The building frame has been set, and walls and a facade have been erected at 920 East 12th, between Old Rum’s Liquor and Goodcents and also on space previously occupied by the Family Fun Center. Demolition began in early spring, including removal of the go-kart track and batting cages. Word on when the store will be open to the public is pending.
KSRE: Sept. 27 grant writing workshop in Stafford County, 100th session taught in Kansas
MANHATTAN, Kan. – A popular grant-writing workshop that has helped thousands of Kansans secure funding in their communities is about to turn 100. Nancy Daniels, a community vitality specialist with K-State Research and Extension, said a Sept. 27 workshop in St. John will mark the 100th public session she’s taught since 2016 – reaching more than 2,919 Kansans.
Kinsley’s Fernandez appreciates life after losing fingers
Sometimes in life, as the old saying goes, it’s better to be lucky than good. Such is the case for Kinsley High freshman Stephan Fernandez, who one year ago rolled his UTV in Mexico that changed his life forever on Aug. 3, 2023. “Very,” the Coyote basketball player said...
Wichita Public Library receiving additional funding to expand, remodel 4 branches
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Wichita Public Library is receiving more than $2 million in its efforts to expand and remodel four of its branches. The money is available after the Wichita City Council approved additional funding for the library’s revitalization master plan. The individual libraries slated for remodeling are the West Link, Rockwell, Alford and Angelou Northeast branches.
Little Lyons announces Sept. 3 grand open
Emporia’s first 24-7 daycare facility is opening next month. Little Lyons Childcare has announced a grand opening date of Sept 3. There will also be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house Aug. 27. Little Lyons has been in the planning stage for over a year and the construction/renovation/staffing stage...
New concept aims to offer mini golf, cocktails and more at prominent OP corner
A new concept offering miniature golf, American dining fare, cocktails and more could be on its way to Overland Park. Tap Ins at the Greenhouse, a locally-owned concept described by the owners as “Chicken N Pickle meets TopGolf”, has submitted plans to the city for a roughly four-acre site in Overland Park.
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