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Governor Laura Kelly Signs Bill to Protect Kansas Cities from Surging Utility Costs

Local | Thursday, March 4

TOPEKA – Wednesday night, Governor Laura Kelly signed a bill to protect Kansas cities from potential price surges in electricity bills caused by extremely cold temperatures in February. Senate Bill 88 establishes a $100 million low-interest loan program for municipal utilities facing high utility... Read More.

Kansas sees 807 new COVID-19 cases since Monday

Local | Thursday, March 4

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported on Wednesday that there have been 807 new COVID-19 cases, 73 deaths documented and 65 hospitalizations since Monday. Kansas has seen 295,109 COVID-19 cases overall since the pandemic began last year. The death toll is now at... Read More.

639 new COVID-19 cases for Kansas since Friday, more Kansans receiving vaccine

Local | Tuesday, March 2

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported on Monday that there have been 639 new COVID-19 cases, eight deaths and 41 hospitalizations since Friday. Kansas has seen 294,302 COVID-19 cases overall since the pandemic began last year. The death toll is now at 4,743,... Read More.

Winfield continues leaf pickup

Local | Tuesday, March 2

The city of Winfield continues to work on leaf pick-up. This is the last week they will pick up leaves. Weather permiting, they are working on the yellow area five of their map. This area is south of K360 Highway to Quail Ridge Dr.,... Read More.

Governor Kelly Encourages Kansans to Apply for Low Income Energy Assistance Program Funding Available to Help Pay High Electricity Bills

Local | Monday, March 1

TOPEKA – Today, Governor Laura Kelly encouraged Kansans to apply for funds available through the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) to help pay high electricity bills caused by extremely cold temperatures. Due to extreme cold, Kansans may see higher than usual utility costs.

Severe Weather Awareness Week in Kansas

Local | Monday, March 1

Severe weather season is right around the corner, and this week is Severe Weather Awareness Week going until March 5. Cowley County Emergency Management will share information on their Facebook page each day for a specific topic. A statewide tornado drill will be... Read More.

William Newton Hospital offering Phase 2 Moderna Vaccines.

Local | Monday, March 1

William Newton Hospital is offering vaccine clinics during Phase 2, prioritizing individuals over the age of 65 with health risks. To have your name placed on a list, please call one of their clinics, Health Professionals of Winfield at 620-221-4000, William Newton Hillside Family Medicine... Read More.

State Announces Art Contest Geared Toward Suicide Prevention

Local | Monday, March 1

TOPEKA – The state of Kansas announces the launch of a new art contest geared towards Kansas youth. The Youth Suicide Prevention Art Contest is for artists, musicians, painters, writers, sculptors, poets, singers and photographers in grades 6 to 12. The contest, hosted by Kansas... Read More.

KDOT’s Cost Share Program applications being accepted

Local | Monday, March 1

The Kansas Department of Transportation is now accepting applications for the spring 2021 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. The... Read More.

Cowley Sumner Campus offering COVID testing

Local | Monday, March 1

During every Tuesday in March, Cowley College’s Sumner Campus in Wellington, KS, will offer free Covid-19 testing through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The tests will be available from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. inside the Community Room. The tests will be... Read More.

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