The Kansas American Legion Auxiliary will honor nearly 120 heroic Kansas women who earned the moniker of Rosie the Riveter. These women answered the call to work on assembly lines, in shipyards, airplane factories, and other institutions in support of World War II’s military operations. “The Auxiliary wants to recognize...
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – As officials from the National Weather Service and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Region VII office continue monitoring the development of an arctic outbreak that could bring recording-setting cold temperatures to several cities throughout the Midwest, residents are encouraged to act now, preparing both their home, and...
Bipartisan Bill Would Train Retailers, Financial Institutions to Spot and Stop Fraudulent Transactions at the Point of Sale WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) – chairman of the U.S. Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Manufacturing, Trade, and Consumer Protection – and Bob Casey (D-Penn.) – ranking member of the U.S. Senate...
AAA Kansas Insurance Offers Tips on Protecting Your Plumbing When Temperatures Plunge With the coldest temperatures of the season in the forecast this weekend, Kansas homeowners could find themselves dealing with damage caused by frozen or burst pipes. With periods of brutally cold weather, pipes are at risk of freezing...
Fewer drives, busy holiday schedules lead to blood shortage WICHITA, Kan. (Jan. 14, 2019) — A donation shortfall over the winter holidays is prompting the American Red Cross to issue an emergency call for blood donors to give now to prevent a blood shortage from continuing throughout winter and affecting patient care. The...
I want to say a few words about our master of ceremonies today, Sarah Smarsh. First, I’m actually a bit star-struck. She’s a New York Times Best-selling author and National Book Award Finalist. Sarah’s story – one she tells honestly and without reservation – is a story shared by many in this...
Happy Friday! B-29 Museum is open on Sundays from 2:00 to 4:00 pm Pratt Army Airfield – 82 Curran Road Visit their website at www.prairiebombers.org for more information. If you would like to visit the museum at another time call 672-8321, 672-2444 or 620-797-2919 to schedule an appointment! Bingo Every Monday Pratt...
The United States was plunged into World War II on December 7, 1941 when the Japanese Imperial Navy bombed Pearl Harbor. Thousands of Kansas patriots were among the millions who left their civilian jobs and joined the military in response to a presidential call to arms. Heroic Kansas women were...
Cover Crops have been a hot topic lately when it comes to weed suppression and grazing livestock, but selecting the type of crop or mix of crops can be difficult with the many options available. A Cover Crops Meeting discussing the grazing and weed control benefits of different cover crops...
January clinic will be held on January 12th, doors open at 8:15 at the Hope Center. Must be here 10:30 to see a doctor. We serve uninsured and low income patients and new patients are asked to bring proof of...
