15+ hour, 24+ min ago   (372+ words) In response to recent attention surrounding the future of Rock Springs Ranch, the Kansas 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees is continuing to explore viable options for the ownership of Rock Springs... Kansas 4-H Foundation pursuing viable ownership options for Rock…...

12+ hour, 5+ min ago   (434+ words) The order recommends separating the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine into three different shots administered in separate visits, and directs the nation's health department to improve vaccine research, says a White House fact sheet, first reported by The Daily…...

3+ day, 1+ hour ago   (399+ words) Hays Post Red Cross tips to go back to school safely The American Red Cross The first day of school has arrived for some districts, and it’s approaching fast for others. The American Red Cross offers tips to help ensure…...

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (572+ words) Officials from the Department of Health and Human Services, which oversees the federally funded preschool program, said the proposed changes would encourage more local decision-making. Early childhood policy experts argue the deregulation could undermine Head Start's position as the gold…...

6+ day, 1+ hour ago   (749+ words) By JONATHAN ZWEYGARDTHays PostAs Ellis County continues to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Volga Germans, a new community production aims to tell their story through history, music and family traditions. Josie's Gift, an original play written by…...

6+ day, 1+ hour ago   (474+ words) By MONIQUE KOERNERK-State Research and Extension As backpacks are packed and school buses begin rolling, families across Kansas are preparing their children for another school year. While many are excited to return to the classroom, it’s also a great time…...

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (258+ words) NORTON — The Innovation Center recently awarded a total of $60,476 in grant funding to support for-profit childcare facilities across Northwest Kansas, reinforcing the organization's commitment to strengthening childcare access and supporting the regional workforce. "Through this initiative, we are providing support…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (293+ words) The Heartland Community Foundation is proud to announce the 2026-27 Youth Action Council (YAC) members. This leadership and community engagement program brings together high school students from across Ellis, Rooks, and Trego counties to learn about philanthropy, develop projects, and make…...

1+ mon, 4+ day ago   (259+ words) First Call for Help Each summer First Call for Help of Ellis County distributes free new backpacks with grade-appropriate school supplies to around 600 children in need in Ellis County. A school supply drive will be conducted for Backpacks for Kids…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago   (731+ words) Meet Natalie Timbrook. Her college journey is full of hard work, big moves, and a strong passion for helping others. Natalie grew up in the small town of Ney, Ohio, but she decided to take a big leap. She started…...