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Evergy Offers Tips for Energy Efficiency During the Holidays

Wednesday, December 18

Small Changes Can Help Save Energy and Money By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, MO — The holidays are here. Whether you’re hosting a big gathering with friends and family or keeping things quiet at home, Evergy is reminding customers of ways to...

Rep. Mann, Sens. Moran, Marshall, Successfully End Federal Land Grab in Proposed National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor

Monday, December 16

By the Office of U.S. Representative Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01), alongside Senators Jerry Moran (R-KS) and Roger Marshall (R-KS), announced that the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will no longer pursue its proposed Midwest-Plains...

Stream Advisory Issued for an Unnamed Tributary North of Fort Scott, Kansas

Friday, December 13

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment FORT SCOTT, Kan. — Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a stream advisory for the unnamed tributary near 185th Street and Quail Road North of Fort...

Neosho County Community College Moves Forward with Mih Family Fine Arts Center Project

Wednesday, December 11

By Lucky Kidd CHANUTE, Kan. — Neosho County Community College Board of Trustees members were told Wednesday the college is moving forward with the next steps towards the Mih Family Fine Arts Center project. NCCC President Brian Inbody said...

Allen Community College Names New President

Wednesday, December 11

By Lucky Kidd IOLA, Kan. — Dr. Lyvier Leffler has been named the new President of Allen Community College. Dr. Leffler, who brings over two decades of higher education leadership to Allen, is expected to assume the office January...

KDOT Announces Approved November Bids, Projects Awarded in Allen, Anderson County

Tuesday, December 10

By Lucky Kidd Among the bid awards from the November letting of the Kansas Department of Transportation were three in Allen and Anderson Counties. All three projects were awarded to Bettis asphalt and Construction of Topeka.Two of the projects...

Kansas Tourism Awards $400K for Projects to Boost Tourism Across Kansas

Monday, December 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Today, Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced that more than $400,000 has been awarded for projects that will boost tourism throughout the state. Funding from the

Evergy Reminds Customers to Use Space Heaters and Electric Blankets Safely as Winter Approaches

Monday, December 9

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Winter is coming, and cold nights are here. Many Evergy customers will turn to portable space heaters and electric blankets to help stay warm. If not used correctly, space heaters and electric blankets can...

Meeting Series Jan. 21 – Feb. 11: Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Wednesday, December 4

By Carol Engle, K-State Research and Extension Frontier District

Land Values and Leases: Information You Need to Make Good Decisions

Tuesday, December 3

By Carol Engle, K-State Research and Extension Frontier District

Pittsburg State University Social Work Students Make a Difference through Community-Focused Projects

Tuesday, December 3

By Andra Stefanoni, Pittsburg State University Director of Media Relations PITTSBURG, Kan. — Thirteen Social Work students have made a difference to children, adults, and animals across Southeast Kansas and Southwest Missouri this semester as the result of class...

Evergy Urges Holiday Light and Decoration Safety

Tuesday, December 3

Follow these guidelines for a safe and merry holiday season By Evergy Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The holiday season is here with festive lights and decorations. As families get ready to decorate, Evergy reminds customers to be safe with...