The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) has been awarded a $25 million initial federal grant to help plug abandoned wells in the state. The initial grant is part of $1.15 billion earmarked under the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to help states remediate abandoned oil and gas wells. A total of $4.7 billion has been … Read more
Thousands of vehicles will travel the Kansas roadways during the Labor Day weekend. This year, from August 27 through September 11, a safety belt awareness campaign called “Bucks for Buckles” is being held in 45 cities across Kansas. Local volunteers distribute dollars bills to drivers who have all occupants buckled up securely in their vehicle. … Read more
The number of Kansans applying for new concealed carry licenses declined in the recently ended 2022 fiscal year, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said today. Between July 1, 2021, and June 30, 2022, the attorney general’s Concealed Carry Licensing Unit received 4,544 new applications, a decline from 7,717 applications received in the previous fiscal year. … Read more
The Southwestern College Student Foundation along with Walnut Valley Festival will present SC Bluegrass Night Live on Friday, Aug. 26, at 7 p.m. There is no admission charge and the public is invited to attend, and bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. The event will be at the grove (also known as Lovers … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly today announced $3.2 million in grants that will be used to assist rural first responders combatting opioid abuse. The grants will fund training regarding carrying and administering approved medication for emergency reversal of opioid overdose. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) First Responder-Comprehensive Addiction & Recovery Act (FR-CARA) grants, … Read more
In honor of 100 years of service, Kansas Lieutenant Governor David Toland will be on hand for Proclamation Day at Cowley College on Wednesday, August 31, at 2 p.m. in the Robert Brown Theatre. Lieutenant Governor Toland will read a proclamation to those in attendance, while the event will include a preview of time capsule … Read more
The Ark City Chamber of Commerce says Make plans to go see the newly remodeled Cosmetology clinic floor on August 26th, 1:30-3:00 PM lower level of Ireland Hall on the Cowley College Campus. A new year and a new look for new and returning students. Cowley College Salon offers a full range of services that … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly today announced that sportsbooks at Kansas’ four state-owned casinos can begin accepting wagers in person and on mobile platforms starting September 1, 2022, and will officially open September 8. Sports wagering, like all gaming in Kansas, is owned by the state and operated by the Kansas Lottery. Under temporary rules and regulations, … Read more
Southwestern College will host a Community Coffee on Thursday, Aug. 25, from 9:30-10:30 a.m., at the Stir & Bustle, located on the main level of the Deets Library. All community members are invited to attend. Coffee and scones will be served beginning at 9:30 a.m. At 10 a.m., Southwestern College President Liz Frombgen will offer … Read more
A Rooks County man has been sentenced to more than 24 years in prison for second-degree intentional murder in the 2020 death of a woman in northwest Kansas, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said. Thomas S. Wojtczuk, 42, of Woodston, was sentenced late Tuesday in Rooks County District Court by Judge Thomas J. Drees. Wojtczuk … Read more