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Manhattan, KS-Phosphorus fertilizer prices are high, no question, but wheat producers should not overreact to the lofty price tags by cutting back on phosphate fertilizer if it s needed for the wheat crop, said ...

Kansas State University will host two fall field days during August for crop producers in north central Kansas.

The annual fireworks shows planned for Saturday night at the Glen Elder and Lovewell state parks encounter major hiccups when the vendor's truck delivering the fireworks did not show up as scheduled.

At Lovewell it was estimated more than 20,000 people visited the park during the three-day weekend. Many of those came in Saturday night to see the fireworks show. Many more gathered on the hilltops surrounding the park to watch what traditionally has been an enjoyable show. But they didn't see much Saturday night.

Seminars on resources and training for starting a business, projecting cash flow, writing a business plan and state tax requirements are scheduled in Concordia, Belleville, Salina and Clay Center during July.

Ruth Rahe, Belleville, remembers America's response in the 1970s when gas prices spiked.

Bill Skidmore and his guide dog, Rooster Cogburn, are inseparable buddies. The Atchison, Kan., man and his yellow Labrador attend Head Start classes daily and accompany each other wherever Mr.

Originally published 01:24 p.m., May 30, 2008 Updated 01:24 p.m., May 30, 2008 Rumors of strawberries Tracey Graham, manager of the Emporia Farmers Market, says she has been told that the first strawberries of ...

The Youth GrantMakers Council of the Greater Salina Community Foundation has awarded six grants totaling $5,600. The grants are: n $1,600 to Sam McCary to teach students about the weather, the atmosphere and ...

Authorities in north-central Kansas are assessing damage after at least one tornado and powerful winds wiped out homes and businesses.Sheriff’s deputies in Jewell and Republic counties early Friday ...

Parts of north central Kansas are cleaning up after storms bring tornadoes, hail and high wind last night.

Paul Boyer is the Rube Goldberg of Kansas. Goldberg is known for his comical sketches of complex machines to perform simple tasks.

One throw was all it took. One throw for Jacquelyne Leffler to win her fourth straight Class 3A discus title Friday at the State Outdoor.

State Research and Extension's North Central Experiment Field will host its Wheat Plot Tour June 4. This year's tour begins at 7:30 a.m., at the field, which is about two miles west of Belleville, Kan., on U.S. ... via High Plains Journal

A Cloud County jury late this morning began deliberating the fate of Shannon Lewellyn, Belleville, who is charged with second-degree murder in the death of Douglas Lee Schmidt Jr., 30, Concordia. via Salina Journal

Resources for starting a business, projecting cash flow, writing a business plan, state tax requirements, and Quickbooks software training scheduled in Concordia, Belleville, Salina and Clay Center during May. via Salina Journal

“There's not a whole lot of other events available in this area.”

Up to a dozen bands and solo musicians will perform during an all-day music festival from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday at the Belleville City Park bandshell. via Salina Journal

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Lavern Press, shop foreman at Boss Motors, Marysville. Spring car care section: 46-year veteran uses scanner to detect problems By Howard Kessinger Last Updated: April 11, 2008 10:12:04 AM "They've treated me ... via Marysville Advocate

“She ran extremely well. Kiley is going to do a lot of good things for us this year. She adds a lot of spark to the team.”

Nic Howe of MHS tires to clear 9 feet 6 inches. Photo by Julie Perry Despite cold, MHS improves Last Updated: April 11, 2008 10:18:57 AM When Marysville sophomore Kiley Schwarz felt a slight pull in her ... via Marysville Advocate

Cancellations/Postponements Last Updated: April 08, 2008 12:29:18 PM Marysville's NCKL softball opener Tuesday against visiting Abilene has been postponed because of rain. via Marysville Advocate

Birth Jeff and Kristi Benyshek, Concordia, announce the birth of their daughter, Catelin Makenzie, born March 24, 2008, at Republic County Hospital in Belleville. via Blade-Empire