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Kansas Food Publications Identify Top Grocery Stores in the State

Kansas Food Publications Identify Top Grocery Stores in the State

Kansas Food Publications Identify Top Grocery Stores in the State

US immigration crackdown hits Kansas, disrupts beef processing

US immigration crackdown hits Kansas, disrupts beef processing

By Tom Polansek CHICAGO, Sept 25 (Reuters) - US immigration agents fanned out across southwest Kansas, home to a large concentration of feedlots and slaughterhouses, this week in an operation that had immediate effects on the beef industry, community organizers and local officials said.

Spirit AeroSystems Seeks Skin Quality Mechanics in Wichita, Offers Kansas Aviation Tax Credit

Spirit AeroSystems Seeks Skin Quality Mechanics in Wichita, Offers Kansas Aviation Tax Credit

Spirit AeroSystems Seeks Skin Quality Mechanics in Wichita, Offers Kansas Aviation Tax Credit

Kansas Drought Monitor Shows Little Change, Southwest Remains in Severe Drought

Kansas Drought Monitor Shows Little Change, Southwest Remains in Severe Drought

The latest Kansas drought monitor map, released on Thursday morning, indicates minimal change in drought conditions across the state. While northeast Kansas has experienced some relief from drought, the southwestern part of the state largely remains in a severe drought. Pockets of moderate drought and abnormally dry conditions are also present in the region. Most of Scott and Lane Counties are currently not experiencing drought. The data collected for the current map reflects conditions up to Tuesday morning and does not include the impact of rainfall received on Wednesday and Thursday. Although the upcoming weekend is expected to be dry, there is a chance of moisture returning to the region early next week.

Plains Rain Boosts Wheat Planting Conditions

Plains Rain Boosts Wheat Planting Conditions

Rainfall across the Plains is expected to significantly improve planting conditions for hard red winter wheat early next week. Forecasts predict 1.75 to 2.5 inches of rain along the Nebraska-Kansas border and western Oklahoma, with broader coverage across Kansas, Oklahoma, eastern Colorado, and New Mexico receiving 0.75 to 1.5 inches. Some areas in Kansas could see five-day totals of 3 to 4 inches, with seven-day amounts reaching 3 to 5 inches. This rainfall could provide much-needed moisture for wheat planting, especially in areas facing exceptional drought conditions. However, heavy rainfall may also pose risks such as ponding, erosion, and soil crusting. Source time: September 25, 2026.

Stride, Inc. Seeks Assistant Academic Administrator for Special Education in Kansas

Stride, Inc. Seeks Assistant Academic Administrator for Special Education in Kansas

Stride, Inc., an education technology company, is actively seeking an Assistant Academic Administrator for Special Education to work remotely in Kansas. This role is for Insight School of Kansas (ISKS), a Stride K12 partner school, which provides online, personalized education. The Assistant Principal will be responsible for directing and coordinating educational, administrative, and counseling activities for high school students. Key duties include ensuring educational programs conform to state and local school board standards, researching and implementing non-K12 curriculum resources, and articulating the school's mission and vision. The position also involves interfacing with students, families, and local authorities regarding compliance with special education laws and student attendance. Candidates must possess a Master's degree and five years of educational experience or an equivalent combination, along with Kansas School Administration Certification. The role requires strong communication technology ...

Representative Gabe Evans Co-Sponsors Bill to Modernize Social Security Survivor Benefits Application

Representative Gabe Evans Co-Sponsors Bill to Modernize Social Security Survivor Benefits Application

U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans, a Republican from Colorado, has co-sponsored House Bill 10428, known as the Survivor Benefits Applications Modernization Act. This bipartisan legislation, introduced by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kan., aims to streamline the application process for Social Security survivor benefits. Currently, individuals seeking these benefits must either contact the Social Security Administration (SSA) by phone or visit a local office. The proposed bill would introduce an online application system, allowing eligible survivors to apply digitally. According to a joint press release from Davids and Evans, other federal programs have adopted digital services, but the SSA continues to rely on paper-based applications and manual scheduling. This outdated process often leads to extended processing delays, overcrowded field offices, and increased stress for families dealing with the loss of a loved one. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means for further consideration.

Fitch Ratings Upgrades Kansas Credit Outlook to Positive, Citing Governor Kelly's Fiscal Management

Fitch Ratings Upgrades Kansas Credit Outlook to Positive, Citing Governor Kelly's Fiscal Management

Fitch Ratings, a global credit rating agency, has upgraded Kansas' credit outlook from 'Stable' to 'Positive' while affirming its 'AA' rating status. This decision follows a similar upgrade by Moody's Investors Service in May 2026, making Fitch the second major agency to recognize the state's improved financial standing. Governor Laura Kelly highlighted that Kansas is in its best financial position in over a decade, attributing this to responsible fiscal leadership. Key factors cited by Fitch include increased fiscal resilience, improved budget practices, the establishment of a $2 billion Rainy Day Fund, debt reduction, and the use of one-time funds for one-time projects. Adam Proffitt, Director of the Budget for the State of Kansas, emphasized that this positive revision is a direct result of the administration's focus on restoring fiscal sanity to the state's budget. The upgrades contrast sharply with the state's financial difficulties under the previous administration, which saw multiple downgrades and ...

Senate to vote on resolution to halt the Iran war as gas prices upend midterms

Senate to vote on resolution to halt the Iran war as gas prices upend midterms

Increasingly anxious about the Iran war, senators are set to vote on a war powers resolution

Radio Kansas Faces Federal Funding Cuts, Seeks Increased Listener Donations to Maintain Programming

Radio Kansas Faces Federal Funding Cuts, Seeks Increased Listener Donations to Maintain Programming

Radio Kansas, a broadcast service of Hutchinson Community College, is facing significant financial challenges due to the loss of anticipated federal grant money for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This reduction in federal support necessitates a greater reliance on voluntary donations from its listeners in Kansas. The station has indicated that to address this budget shortfall, it needs either a 30% increase in giving from all current members or a 30% increase in new donors. Radio Kansas aims to preserve its popular programs, including classical music, science, news, and cultural shows, but may need to cancel other programs if sufficient funding is not secured. The station provides state news from the Kansas News Service, national news from American Public Media, and international news from the BBC and WGBH, offering a diverse content mix that has been refined over years based on listener feedback.

Skyrocketing diesel prices rattle Republicans as midterms approach

Skyrocketing diesel prices rattle Republicans as midterms approach

Diesel prices are hitting record highs as the Middle East conflict intensifies, affecting American farmers and rural residents

Cedar Crest Lodge Offers Secluded Weekend Retreats in Kansas

Cedar Crest Lodge Offers Secluded Weekend Retreats in Kansas

Cedar Crest Lodge Offers Secluded Weekend Retreats in Kansas