As our weather warms, alfalfa producers are reminded to eliminate weeds in their fields before alfalfa plants break dormancy. Herbicide selection is critical now if you need to spray weeds in alfalfa stands that are green and growing.
Our office is buzzing with people who are pulling their Walk KS teams together and that is great news. This signature program at K-State Research & Extension is set to begin March 27 and runs through May 21 . Registration for this program that emphasizes healthy living can be completed on-line. For a $10 registration fee, participants will receive a weekly newsletter, as well as a meal provided at no charge during the celebration held in late May. Registration information is available at either of our Extension offices at 3007 10 Street in Great Bend or 601 Main Street in Hays.
Hays Regional Airport will be one of 29 airports to potentially lose SkyWest Airlines United Express flights, following the 90- day notice given to the U.S. Department of Transportation. The loss of SkyWest’s services comes as a result of the national pilot shortage following service cuts by all U.S. Airlines.
District 111 Representative Barb Wasinger has recently announced the passing of Senate Bill 358, signed by Governor Laura Kelly last Wednesday. The amendment to the current bill will allow the City of Hays to conduct water transfers through public water supply, funded through the public water supply loan fund.
TOPEKA — Democratic U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids and Republican congressional candidate Amanda Adkins disagree about proposals before Congress to temporarily suspend the federal tax on gasoline for the remainder of the year due to surges in fuel prices at the pump.
Two events in Russell have grasped the public’s attention following heavy police detail at the scenes. While the incidents were hours apart, the incidents were unrelated.
Members of Troop 133 were recognized for their service to scouting at the Wheatland District Baden Powell Banquet, held on Match 5, 2022. Nominated by peers and troop leaders, these young adults and youth members were handpicked by the district awards committee.
Recently, HaysMed has been the recipient of many accolades. With hardworking men and women dedicating their time everyday to bettering the lives of patients, HaysMed has made it a point to recognize the contributions their staff make. Through individual and departmental awards, HaysMed continues to shine as a top tier service provider, most recently earning recognition through High 5 for Mom and Baby Premier.
Fort Hays State University will welcome Dr. Naomi Oreskes, professor of the history of science at Harvard University, for a presentation of her latest book. The book, “Why Trust Science?” will be presented April 7 at the Robbins Center starting at 7. Following her presentation, Oreskes will hold a free book signing, open to the public.
WASHINGTON (AP) Face to face, President Joe Biden’s national security adviser warned a top Chinese official on Monday about China’s support for Russia in the Ukrainian invasion, even as the Kremlin denied reports it had requested Chinese military equipment to use in the war.