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GOP mega-bill stuck in US Senate as disputes grow over hospitals and more
WASHINGTON — U.S. Senate Republicans appeared deeply divided Wednesday over how to establish a fund for rural hospitals to offset the budget impacts of Medicaid cuts in the “big, beautiful bill.”
GOP lawmakers’ bill would shift Haskell oversight from Bureau of Indian Education to local board
TOPEKA — Four Republican lawmakers want oversight of a Kansas Native American university to shift from the federal government to a board of regents under proposed legislation.
US default could hit during Congress’ summer recess, think tank predicts
BY JACOB FISCHLERStates Newsroom The United States could default between Aug. 15 and Oct. 3 if Congress doesn’t act to raise or suspend the debt… Login to continue reading Login…
Splashing down while cooling off
Camila Eggers, 9, left, and Logan Bowers, 7, hold on as they make a splash in the pool as they head out of a ride… Login to continue reading Login…
Safety matters with Fourth of July fireworks
The Fourth of July is almost here, and with that comes fireworks.
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…
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.