Safety matters with Fourth of July fireworks
The Fourth of July is almost here, and with that comes fireworks.
Bradley Nading
Local market grant applications due Friday
Friday, June 27, is the deadline to apply for USDA grant funding to develop and expand local agricultural markets. Grant applications are available at the www.ams.usda.gov/services/grants website.
Farmers Market continues through summer in Garden City
Liz Everett, right, shows a selection of handmade bracelets to perspective customers Saturday at her booth at the Garden City Farmers Market. The market is… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
WKCF awards scholarships to area students
The Western Kansas Community Foundation (WKCF) is awarding 58 scholarships from 15 different funds totaling $147,260 for the 2025/2026 school year, with more awards to be determined throughout the summer. In addition, the Foundation makes distributions for scholarships from several designated funds.
An annual exam can help older adults stay healthy
BY STATEPOINT MEDIA One of the best ways to prioritize your vitality is with an annual health exam. That’s especially true for older adults, who… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
4-H MEAT GOAT PROJECT: Competitors preparing for fair’s annual Special Olympics goat show
BY JANET HARKNESS As July gets going, we are getting closer to the County Fair! County Fair is a great opportunity to come out and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Taking on the number one threat to the yard of your dreams: weeds
BY STATEPOINT MEDIA If you’re a homeowner who takes pride in your lawn, you know how big a headache weeds are. To help you achieve… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
ASKING ERIC: Labor Day wedding too much work for out-of-state aunt
Dear Eric: One of my two daughters is getting married in a very small ceremony in August. It so happens to be on Labor Day weekend. Her sister and her fiancé’s sister are planning a brunch the following day to celebrate this union.
US Senate mega-bill drops requirement of states to help pay for SNAP program
BY JENNIFER SHUTTStates Newsroom WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Democrats have succeeded in eliminating more than a dozen policy changes from Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill” after… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
In the Air Capital of the World, tariffs come with challenges — and opportunities
One Wichita manufacturer says tariffs are buoying demand for its products. But industry leaders warn of long-term harm to American planemakers.