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  TOPEKA - A new course focusing on work zone safety has been launched for Kansas drivers. Kansas Work Zone Safe is a free online driving course … more
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced the launch of a new round of Rural Mural funding to support the creation of projects in rural Kansas communities. The total … more
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced the launch of an innovative program to support the enhancements of often overlooked public infrastructure to help drive economic … more
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Commerce today launched the Supporting Innovative Growth through New Signage (SIGNS) grant, a new initiative aimed improving the appearance and appeal of … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly signed on Monday   Senate Bill 8, which requires drivers to move over when passing stationary vehicles displaying hazard warning lights. “Thanks to … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly on Monday vetoed Senate Bill 4. The following veto message is from Governor Kelly regarding her veto of Senate Bill 4: “The three-day grace period … more
The Kansas Department of Transportation is alerting the public to a scam involving fraudulent text messages, known as smishing, that falsely claim to be from KDOT and demand payment for unpaid tolls. … more
PRATT – The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is now accepting proposals for the Chickadee Checkoff Small Grants Program through March 21, 2025. This initiative supports projects that … more
TOPEKA  – Two regional KidWind Challenges have been delayed due to weather. The Colby KidWind Challenge scheduled for tomorrow, February 11 will now take place on March 4 at Colby … more
TOPEKA   – The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline has been in operation for a full two years and has seen successes in responding to those in crisis. Today, the Kansas Department for Aging … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Thursday her annual budget, which is balanced and continues to fully fund Kansas’ K-12 public schools. The budget also invests in early … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced on Tuesday that United States Congress’ passage of the reauthorization of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) will save Kansans more than … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly on Thursday announced that in 2025, Kansans are projected to save $156 million due to the reduction in the state sales tax rate from 2% to zero and the “Axe … more
TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland encourages jobseekers and employers interested in Healthcare and Social Services to take advantage of this month’s … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday announced she has signed Executive Order 24-05 declaring Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025, as a Day of Mourning in honor of Former President Jimmy Carter and … more
  TOPEKA – Start 2025 on the right foot by joining a First Day Hike at a Kansas State Park! These guided hikes, organized annually by parks staff, encourage individuals and families to … more
Did you know December is the peak time for home fires involving candles and holiday decorations? The American Red Cross offers simple steps to help make sure your holiday decorations aren’t the … more
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly, on behalf of the Kansas Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (KCJCC), announced on Thursday the 2025 grant awards for the Federal Edward Byrne Memorial … more
U.S. 54 bridge repair work west of Meade has been temporarily shut down for the winter season and will resume in the spring of 2025.   PBX Corporation & Subsidiary of Sapulpa, … more
TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced today the launch of the new Towns grant program. This program is an initiative designed to spur quality-of-place … more
TOPEKA – Are you eyeing a cozy cabin by the water, aiming to complete your Kansas State Park bucket list, or breaking in a new tent? Mark these important dates for purchasing annual park … more
Family members, caregivers and older adults are encouraged to be proactive and discuss ways to continue driving safely as part of Older Driver Safety Awareness Week, which is Dec. 2-6. In 2023, … more
TOPEKA – Kansas-based chapters of nonprofit organizations focused on wildlife conservation and promoting the hunting and fishing heritage have a special fundraising opportunity thanks to the … more
TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Commerce today announced the launch of the Fostering Residential Advancement through Mentoring and Education (FRAME) grant program, a groundbreaking initiative … more
With Thanksgiving weekend being one of the busiest travel times of the year, the Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Highway Patrol and Kansas Turnpike Authority remind travelers to … more
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