Governor Laura Kelly announced today that six months after its launch, the Kansas Homeowner Assistance Fund (KHAF) has distributed $24.8 million in mortgage, property tax, and utility aid to 2,321 Kansas homeowners. Currently, 2,321 KHAF applications have been granted assistance, and additional funds remain to assist homeowners.
Wichita-based rock band EPIC once again graces the stage at the Burford Theatre on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 8:00pm, playing your favorite classic rock hits of the ‘70s and ‘80s. This concert is part of the 2022 VJ Wilkins Concert Series. EPIC’s concerts draw from a large catalog that includes songs from beloved bands … Read more
The Southwestern College Religion/Philosophy Lecture Series will begin with a presentation from John Symons, professor of philosophy at the University of Kansas, on Thursday, Oct. 27, at 4 p.m., in the Richardson Performing Arts Center. The title of the lecture is “Artificial Intelligence’s Love? Chatbots, Social Agency, and Close Personal Relationships.”
Law enforcement officers at locations across the state will be collecting unused medications for safe disposal on Saturday, October 29, Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt said today. The collection events are part of a nationwide effort to safely dispose of leftover medications to prevent accidental or intentional misuse. Since the Drug Take-Back Day program began … Read more
Winfield USD 465: The holidays are just around the corner. As the season approaches, it also puts additional stress on families. While we have a number of donors who are willing to provide clothing and gifts to families in our community, resources are limited this year. If your family could benefit from this generosity, please … Read more
This Halloween, the Kansas Traffic Safety Resource Office is partnering with local law enforcement officials and other health and safety advocates to help spread the message that Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving. If you do plan to enjoy some witch’s brew, be sure to plan for a sober ride home. If you see a drunk … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly joined local leaders in Hutchinson for a roundtable discussion that focused on how her administration can continue to support economic and agricultural growth in Central. Topics addressed during the discussion included the state’s water resources, logistics and distribution, and the Kansas workforce. AgTrax, a software company for accounting and advanced grain bin … Read more
The state department of corrections says minimum-custody resident Joshua W. Renfro was placed on escape status at approximately 9:00 p.m. last night after it was reported that he walked away from Lansing Correctional Facility on Sunday, October 23, 2022. Renfro, a 39-year-old white male, was reported missing when the resident could not be located at … Read more
Governor Laura Kelly announced Kansas has received federal approval for the enhancement of the Health Care Access Improvement Program (HCAIP), which will bring $341 million to Kansas each year at a time when hospitals in Kansas are financially vulnerable. This additional funding will boost Medicaid payments to hospitals, benefiting all Kansans by helping maintain the … Read more
The City of Arkansas City’s 13th annual Joe B. Avery Community Spirit Award presentation will return Tuesday, Oct. 25. A special awards presentation ceremony and reception will begin at 6 p.m. October 25 at USD 470’s Avery Learning Center, 2500 N. 15th St., Doors unlock at 5:30 p.m. Social time starts at 5:45. This year’s … Read more