August 2025

Enjoy a safe and fun Labor Day

Residents of the United States and Canada celebrate Labor Day or Labour Day each September on the first Monday of the month to acknowledge the contributions of each nation’s workers. The holiday can be traced to the late nineteenth century, when labor activists campaigned for a federal holiday to recognize hardworking employees and their accomplishments.

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September lawns

September is the best time to give cool-season grasses in Kansas a boost, but homeowners should take note of an important fact before choosing which variety to plant.

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Safety first: Be smart about home canning

Canning, as a method of preserving food by placing foods in jars or cans and heating them to a temperature that destroys microorganisms that could be a health hazard or cause the food to spoil, has been around for more than two centuries. Today’s methods have often been passed down and evolved through generations, but they all have one thing in common: Preparation.

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Chiefs starters impress as Kansas City closes out preseason

The Kansas City Chiefs wrapped up the preseason on Friday, and while the three-time defending AFC champions ultimately fell to the Chicago Bears on a last-second touchdown, there were still an abundance of positives to build on heading into the regular season. In fact, when the Chiefs’ starters were in the game, Kansas City raced out to a 17-point lead following three impressive drives led by quarterback Patrick Mahomes.

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