The University of Kansas has suspended two fraternities for five years, after an investigation that accused of organizations of fostering a culture of hazing. Phi Gamma Delta and Phi Delta Theta were told by KU Vice Provost for Student Affairs Tammara Durham, that they’ll be removed from KU’s campus until spring of 2027. The letter … Read more
Join us in the Burford Theatre Arts’s Jean R. Snell Kitchen at 118 S. Summit St. for a special cooking class taught by Jennifer Munson from 6-8pm on January 26th! The theme is “Let’s Get Cozy” and will focus on nutritional comfort food. We will have wine and/or a signature cocktail available for purchase at … Read more
The next Chamber Coffee, through the Ark City Chamber of Commerce, is set for January 13th at 10 a.m. in the Cowley College Wright Room, in the Brown Center. It’ll be hosted by the Golden Tigers.
In an effort to continue supporting Kansans as they manage the impacts of COVID-19 and the multiple variants of the virus, the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) announced the continuation of the emergency food assistance (SNAP) benefits to current participants. The extension will increase the maximum monthly benefit for 63,000 households across the … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly today signed a State of Disaster Emergency to alleviate healthcare staffing shortages and facilities’ constraints caused by the surge in COVID-19 cases. Governor Kelly also signed executive orders 22-01 and 22-02 which temporarily suspend certain statutes and regulations for adult care homes and certain health care providers. The 15-day disaster declaration activates … Read more
From USD 470: Some recent changes in CDC isolation and quarantine guidance brought about several questions regarding the district’s COVID protocols. In an effort to assure accuracy and maintain consistency, the district will await additional school-specific guidance before making any changes. It is likely that Kansas will choose to move from 10 days of isolation … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly announced that total tax collections for December were $890.3 million. That is $64.5 million, or 7.8%, more than the monthly estimate. That is also a 15.6%, or $120.0 million, growth over December 2020. Individual income tax collections were $355.2 million. That is $35.2 million more than the estimate and $48.5 million, or … Read more
The Butler county Health Department in El Dorado is offering free Rapid COVID 19 testing, with results in 15 minutes, on several dates coming up. Those are January 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th, from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m. These are free, and no insurance is needed. Drive up and remain in your vehicle. Call … Read more
A unanimous settlement agreement approved by the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) will result in a net rate reduction for Black Hills Energy customers. Beginning January 1, customers will see a credit on their monthly bills, the Tax Adjustment Rider, based on federal and state tax reforms. The Tax Adjustment Rider will refund $9.1 million to … Read more
The Kansas Department of Agriculture and K-State Research and Extension will offer virtual workshops January 31-February 4, 2022, to assist farmers’ market vendors and managers, and also for those wanting to sell food products directly to consumers. The workshop series includes four online Lunch and Learn sessions, followed by a half-day virtual workshop. Some K-State … Read more