News Staff Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday that applications will open Thursday, Dec. 12, for a second round of the Advancing Digital Opportunities to Promote Technology (ADOPT) program. The program will provide $10.7 million to organizations working to expand access to public wi-fi and connected devices. “Our digital opportunity programs empower Kansans to reach their full potential … Read more
A 73-year-old man died Tuesday after his pickup truck crashed and went into the Ninnescah River in Sumner County. The crash happened at around 2 p.m. on U.S. 81 about a half-mile east of Seneca Road, west of Belle Plaine. The Kansas Highway Patrol reports a northbound Chevy Silverado went off the roadway and into … Read more
The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced the launch of the Fostering Residential Advancement through Mentoring and Education (FRAME) grant program, a groundbreaking initiative that will address both housing needs and workforce development in Kansas. This new opportunity will provide up to $2 million to qualified Kansas technical and community colleges to build and renovate … Read more
Fugate Enterprises announces the passing of its founder, president, and beloved leader, James Larry Fugate. Fugate Enterprises operates 131 Pizza Hut restaurants and 76 Taco Bell locations across several states. Larry began his journey into business ownership in January 1974, taking a bold leap by purchasing two Pizza Hut locations in Coffeyville and Independence, Kansas, … Read more
The SCK Health Foundation is excited to announce a new project is underway at SCK Health! Thanks to various grant opportunities, they are embarking on a three-phase, fully-funded, renovation project worth just over a million dollars. Recently, crews began construction to convert the North wing of SCK Health Medical Center to house our growing Occupational … Read more
The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) has announced that Kansans needing assistance with winter energy bills can now apply for its Low Income Energy Assistance Program. Applications will be accepted until 5 p.m. March 31, 2025. LIEAP provides a one-time per year benefit to help qualifying households pay winter heating costs, whether the … Read more
The next regular city commission meeting for Ark City leaders is tomorrow night, at 5:30 p.m. The agenda is out. It shows the group will consider an ordinance authorizing the operation of Special Purpose Vehicles including golf carts, worksite vehicles, micro-utility trucks, and all-terrain vehicles, on the streets within the corporate limits of Ark City. … Read more
Cowley County Health Department’s Epidemiologist and Assistant Administrator, Allyson Payne, was recognized and awarded by the Kansas Department of Commerce’s NextGen Under 30 Program. This program acknowledges and honors the accomplishments of young leaders and achievers across the state of Kansas. Through recognition, NextGen Under 30 works to encourage “the next generation of innovative, creative, … Read more
Downtown Winfield will be alive with Christmas Spirit on Sunday, November 17th. To kick things off, local retail stores will be having a Holiday Open House from 1:00 to 5:00 PM. The stores will close just in time for everyone to make their way down to the entrance of Island Park for the 6th annual … Read more
The City of Winfield announces upgrades to its Water Treatment Plant, including the replacement of aging ozone disinfection treatment equipment. This essential project will ensure continued safe, clean drinking water for the community while addressing critical infrastructure needs. The City is moving forward with these upgrades as part of a broader initiative to modernize water … Read more