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Governor Laura Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

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TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today announced appointments to Kansas state boards and commissions. Appointment is subject to Senate confirmation* State Banking Board The mission of the State Banking Board is to prudently, equitably, ethically, and efficiently administer all of its statutorily delegated powers... Read More.
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Governor does not want vaccine passports here

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Governor Laura Kelly said this week, she has no interest in COVID-19 vaccine passports for the state. The vaccine passports are a way to verify people’s immunization status. Kelly said, “We will not be issuing those under my authority.” New COVID 19 case numbers... Read More.

Fire crews out on multiple fires

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The Ark City Fire-EMS Department has been busy this week. They responded to four separate fires in the last few days. A grass fire caused $9,000 in damages. The cause of that fire was an ember from a previously controlled fire the previous night.... Read More.
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New law requires in person learning option for students

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Governor Laura Kelly has signed a bill that requires all school districts in the state provide an in-person learning option for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Students must be allowed to come to school full-time if that’s their preference. The Governor said this... Read More.
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Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor announces Art is Ageless® winners

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Arkansas City, KS. — Arkansas City Presbyterian Manor recently announced the 2021 winners of the annual Art is Ageless® juried competition on the community Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/ArkansasCityPresbyterianManor.   “We are honored to exhibit artwork by seniors,” said Whitley Stokes, marketing director. “Art is Ageless is unique... Read More.