Saturday, March 7, 2026

Kansas Community News

Heat Check: K-State health official urges Kansans to prepare now for hotter days

Extreme heat ‘can sneak up on you,’ Johannes says Folks who live in the Midwest typically are well aware of such spring and summer weather-related...

5 Basic Steps for Sizzling Steak

A sizzling steak is a surefire sound of summer, and the flavors achieved from one that’s perfectly grilled are hard to match. Before you fire...

Public Health Advisories for Kansas Lakes Due to Blue-Green Algae

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued the state’s first public health...

Compromise plan to address rural ambulance staffing challenges derailed by Kansas House

A compromise plan to address staffing challenges for rural ambulance service was tossed out last week by Kansas lawmakers, leaving in doubt how the...

Understanding Your Knife Rights in Kansas

Knives are versatile tools with a wide range of uses, from everyday tasks to outdoor excursions. However, knife laws can be complex and vary...

Yoder water solution still waiting on contract

Those dealing with the nitrate problem in Yoder Water District 101 will get a solution, but it's taking a while to get done. "The City...

Proposed medical marijuana pilot, opposed by many advocates of marijuana reform, tabled

The Kansas Senate Federal and State Affairs committee on Thursday killed a bill that would have created a pilot medical marijuana program. The program, if...

KDHE Announces the Beginning of the Harmful Algal Bloom Season

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) are announcing the beginning of the Harmful...