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Kansas Fish Consumption Advisories for 2025

Sunday, January 12

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) (collectively, “Kansas”) is issuing fish consumption advisories for 2025. The following advisories identify types of fish, or other aquatic species,... Read More.

Kansas Farm Bureau Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications

Thursday, January 9

By the Kansas Farm Bureau MANHATTAN, Kan. — The Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) Foundation for Agriculture is now accepting applications for 2025 scholarship awards.“Supporting education is one of the core missions of the Kansas Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture,” says KFB President Joe Newland. “We... Read More.

Kansas to Receive $17M to Participate in CMS Transforming Maternal Health Program

Thursday, January 9

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Wednesday that Kansas has been selected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as one of 15 states to participate in its Transforming Maternal Health (TMaH) Model... Read More.

Bethany College Welcomes Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications

Wednesday, January 8

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, KS., JAN. 7, 2025 — Bethany College is excited to welcome Christina Highsmith as Director of Marketing and Communications to its leadership team. Highsmith brings a wealth of experience in nonprofit marketing, media, and creative collaborations, making her an exceptional... Read More.

Stacy Goss Announced as New Mayor of Hutchinson

Tuesday, January 7

By the City of Hutchinson HUTCHINSON, Kan. — At tonight’s Hutchinson City Council meeting, Stacy Goss was officially appointed as the new Mayor of Hutchinson following a vote by the City Council. Goss has served on the City Council since January 2023 and was appointed... Read More.

Kelly-Toland Administration Receives ‘Deal of the Year’ Accolade for GAF’s Expansion in Newton

Monday, January 6

By the Office of Kansas Governor Laura Kelly TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced on Monday that Kansas has received a 2024 Deal of the Year Impact Award from Business Facilities magazine in the Building Supply Manufacturing category. The award recognizes the planned commissioning... Read More.

Governor Kelly Issues State of Disaster Emergency for Winter Storms Impacting State

Saturday, January 4

By the State of Kansas TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly issued a verbal state of disaster emergency proclamation at 3:46 p.m. today due to winter weather that is currently moving across Kansas. This declaration allows resources to be used to provide state assistance.Severe winter... Read More.

Blizzard Warnings Issued for Sunday

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Blizzard warnings have been issued for much of central Kansas into east central and northeast kansas for Sunday. Winter storm warnings continue for areas around Iola and Yates Center and the area from Pratt to St. John to Larned to Hays. Winter... Read More.

KLBG Currently Off Air, Stay Informed on Our Other Platforms

Saturday, January 4

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Road Conditions Across Central Kansas Worsen as Winter Storm Approaches

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Road conditions are rapidly deteriorating across central Kansas. The Kansas Department of Transportation as of 12:30 PM reported roads across much of western and central Kansas and in the area from Yates Center to Fort Scott of southeast Kansas as being at... Read More.

EARP Activated in Hutchinson and McPherson

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd Due to extremely slick road conditions and large number of resulting accidents, the Emergency Accident Reporting Plan has been activated in Hutchinson and McPherson.In Hutchinson, If you are involved in an accident, there are no injuries, and alcohol, drugs or reckless driving... Read More.

Fatal Wreck Early Saturday on I-135 Near Lindsborg

Saturday, January 4

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON COUNTY, Kan. — Four people were killed and one injured in a two vehicle head-on crash early Saturday morning on I-135 just south of the McPherson-Saline County line.The Kansas Highway Patrol said a car driven by Jacob Aich, 36, of Hutchinson... Read More.