Saturday, March 14, 2026

John Marshall

John Marshall is the retired editor-owner of the Lindsborg (Kan.) News-Record (2001-2012), and for 27 years (1970-1997) was a reporter, editor and publisher for publications of the Hutchinson-based Harris Newspaper Group. He has been writing about Kansas people, government and culture for more than 40 years, and currently writes a column for the News-Record and The Rural Messenger. He lives in Lindsborg with his wife, Rebecca, and their 21 year-old African-Grey parrot, Themis.

Do Bobcats in Kansas Ever Breed With Domestic Cats?

Across Kansas, wildlife encounters are becoming more common as rural land, suburbs, and natural habitats increasingly overlap. One animal that sparks curiosity — and...

Announcing Workshops Focused on Legal Resilience for Farmers

The Kansas Rural Center Announces 2 Days Designed to Create Legal Resiliency On The Farm Lawrence, KS — On Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March...

Mild winter fuels early tick season in Kansas

An unusually mild winter has led to an early and active tick season in Kansas, prompting veterinarians to urge pet owners to begin prevention...

What does ‘GLP-1 friendly’ mean?

Broad use of a hormone prescribed for weight loss has spawned a flurry of menu items touted as “GLP-1 friendly,” but it’s phrase that has no strict definition,...

What Most Kansas Homeowners Don’t Realize About Bathroom Drain Flies

In many Kansas homes, the discovery often begins the same way. A small insect appears on the bathroom wall near the sink or shower....

Do I need to test my garden’s soil?

Most gardeners think soil testing only determines nutrient deficiencies, but the tests also help gardeners understand whether the soil contains adequate nutrients. Basic tests...

Forage feeding and soil fertility

Mid-February. The “interface” of feeding hay from last season while in various stages of fertilizer applications for this season. Completely unrelated? Not as much as you might think. If...

Cancer rates are rising in western Kansas. K-State is helping community members address the issue

When residents of three western Kansas counties raised concerns about rising cancer rates and potential environmental cancer risks in their communities, Kansas State University...

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