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Kansas Diocese Opens St. Philip Neri Seminary After Two Decades of Planning

Kansas Diocese Opens St. Philip Neri Seminary After Two Decades of Planning

The Diocese of Wichita is set to open St. Philip Neri Seminary at the end of August, marking the culmination of over 20 years of planning and development. Bishop Carl A. Kemme announced the establishment of the seminary, named after the 16th-century priest known for his dedication to forming priests and evangelizing. The seminary will replace the St. Joseph House of Formation, which began in 2017 as a two-year program and expanded to a full four-year college seminary by 2019. The seminary aims to foster priestly vocations and serve the dioceses of Wichita, Salina, and Dodge City.
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StartUp Hutch Receives $25K Grant to Boost Entrepreneurship in Reno County

StartUp Hutch Receives $25K Grant to Boost Entrepreneurship in Reno County

StartUp Hutch has been awarded a $25,000 grant by the Reno County Community Wellness Coalition to provide entrepreneurship training for residents of Reno County, Kansas. This funding is part of the Pathways to a Healthy Kansas initiative, supported by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas. The grant will support a two-year entrepreneurship initiative featuring the 'Who Owns the Ice House?' pre-accelerator course. This program is designed to develop entrepreneurial thinking, problem-solving skills, and an economic mindset among participants. It specifically targets residents from ALICE households, which stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, describing those who earn above the federal poverty level but still struggle to afford basic necessities. The grant will cover costs such as instruction, meals, and marketing, allowing eligible residents to participate at no cost.
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Schumer Eyes Expanding Senate Map into Republican Territories

Schumer Eyes Expanding Senate Map into Republican Territories

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is focusing on expanding the Democratic Senate map into traditionally Republican-held states. Schumer is particularly interested in Kansas, where Democrat Adam Hamilton is challenging Republican Sen. Roger Marshall, and Mississippi, where Scott Colom is running against Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith. Schumer's strategy involves targeting eight GOP-held seats, including Alaska, Maine, and Texas, as Democrats aim to gain a majority by flipping four seats.
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Deep Fission's Underground Nuclear Reactor Concept Gains Federal Approval

Deep Fission's Underground Nuclear Reactor Concept Gains Federal Approval

Deep Fission's Underground Nuclear Reactor Concept Gains Federal Approval
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Redfin Identifies Overland Park as One of the Hottest Luxury Neighborhoods in 2026

Redfin Identifies Overland Park as One of the Hottest Luxury Neighborhoods in 2026

Redfin Identifies Overland Park as One of the Hottest Luxury Neighborhoods in 2026
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Kansas Health Department Issues Blue-Green Algae Warning for Lakes

Kansas Health Department Issues Blue-Green Algae Warning for Lakes

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued warnings for blue-green algae presence in several Kansas lakes. The advisory cautions against contact with affected waters, as exposure can lead to health issues such as rashes, vomiting, and headaches. Lakes under warning include Lake Charles, King Lake, and Lake Afton, among others. The KDHE advises the public to avoid direct contact with the water and to report any health incidents related to algae exposure. Pets are also at risk if they swim in or drink contaminated water.
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Missouri and Kansas Face Significant ACA Premium Increases

Missouri and Kansas Face Significant ACA Premium Increases

Residents of Missouri and Kansas purchasing health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace are expected to see substantial premium increases in 2027. Insurance companies in these states have filed requests for rate hikes ranging from 10% to 35%. The increases are attributed to rising healthcare costs and a higher volume of patient claims. This trend follows a similar pattern from the previous year, indicating ongoing financial pressures on the healthcare system.
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Three Kansas House Incumbents Lose in Primary Election

Three Kansas House Incumbents Lose in Primary Election

In a significant political shift, three Kansas House incumbents, including two Democrats and one Republican, were defeated in the recent primary elections. Among the notable losses was Rep. Henry Helgerson, a long-serving fiscal conservative Democrat, who was unseated by former Wichita mayor Brandon Whipple. In another Wichita district, Democratic Rep. Ford Carr lost to Bonita Gooch, a local publisher. Meanwhile, in southeast Kansas, Republican Rep. Ken Collins was defeated by retired pastor Dan Muter. These results reflect a changing political landscape in Kansas, with new candidates poised to bring different perspectives to the state legislature.
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J. Joan Wiggins Swyers Goodknight's Legacy Celebrated in Kansas

J. Joan Wiggins Swyers Goodknight's Legacy Celebrated in Kansas

J. Joan Wiggins Swyers Goodknight's Legacy Celebrated in Kansas
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Ellis County Voters Reject Constitutional Amendment, Maintain Judicial Appointment Process

Ellis County Voters Reject Constitutional Amendment, Maintain Judicial Appointment Process

Ellis County voters, along with the majority of Kansans, have voted against a proposed constitutional amendment that sought to change the governor's method of appointing justices to the Kansas Supreme Court. In Ellis County, 56% of voters opposed the amendment, aligning with the statewide 'no' vote of 61%. The decision maintains the current judicial appointment process. The primary election also included several contested local races, with a voter turnout of 29.14% in Ellis County. Key races included the State Board of Education and the State Representative for the 110th District.
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Missouri and Kansas Voters Reject GOP-Backed Ballot Measures, Uphold Direct Democracy

Missouri and Kansas Voters Reject GOP-Backed Ballot Measures, Uphold Direct Democracy

Voters in Missouri and Kansas have rejected ballot measures backed by Republican state legislatures that aimed to increase GOP influence. In Missouri, a proposal to make it harder for citizen-initiated amendments to pass was defeated. This measure would have required such amendments to win in every congressional district, while legislature-proposed amendments needed only a statewide majority. In Kansas, voters turned down a proposal to change the process of appointing state Supreme Court justices, which would have allowed voters to elect justices, potentially leading to a court more aligned with anti-abortion views. These results reflect a pushback against efforts to limit direct democracy and maintain voter influence over state governance.
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Kansans Reject Amendment for Supreme Court Elections, Maintaining Current System

Kansans Reject Amendment for Supreme Court Elections, Maintaining Current System

Voters in Kansas have decisively rejected a proposed constitutional amendment that would have changed the way Supreme Court justices are selected in the state. The amendment, which was defeated with 63% voting against it, aimed to replace the current system of gubernatorial appointments with direct elections. This decision maintains the existing process, where justices are appointed by the governor from a list of nominees provided by a commission. The rejection reflects a preference to keep the judiciary independent from political influence, as the amendment was seen by opponents as an attempt to politicize the court.