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Energy bills could be big but not beautiful in GOP-led areas
Washington Examiner
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July 11, 2025
With the One Big Beautiful Bill Act now law, there could be a spike in consumer energy bills in states represented by Republicans and handouts to blue-state residents. That’s terrible news for everyday Americans and for members of the GOP hoping...
Kansas AG Kobach insisting that school districts remove gender identity protections from various contracts
Lawrence Journal-World - Kansas
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FILE - Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach speaks during an interview with The Associated Press, Dec. 18, 2024, in his office in Topeka, Kan. (AP Photo/John Hanna, File) TOPEKA — The Kansas State Board of Education and Attorney General Kris Kobach...
Kansas insurance commissioner tosses hat in gubernatorial ring
The Iola Register - Kansas
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July 10, 2025
Another heavy hitter has entered the Kansas governor’s race — Republican State Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt. Schmidt, a pharmacist by trade and a 14-year veteran of the Kansas Senate, announced her candidacy Wednesday, ending months of...
Kansas attorney general seeks removal of anti-discrimination text from school district contracts
The Lawrence Times - Kansas
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July 10, 2025
Share this post or save for later Kobach faults Gov. Laura Kelly’s 2019 executive order on gender identity TOPEKA — The Kansas State Board of Education and Attorney General Kris Kobach have been fighting about whether Kansas should drop a ban on...
Kansas State Players Shine at 2025 Big 12 Football Media Day
BVM Sports
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July 9, 2025
Kansas State's players took center stage at the Big 12 Media Day held at the state-of-the-art Ford Center in Frisco, Texas. Senior safety VJ Payne, junior quarterback Avery Johnson, and others participated in interviews and engaging activities,...
AgTech Connect conference returns to Lincoln with focus on innovation and AI in agriculture 2 hours
KNEB 960 AM - Nebraska
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July 11, 2025
The Combine, Nebraska’s AgTech Incubator, has announced the full agenda for the fourth annual AgTech Connect Conference, set for July 15–16 at Nebraska Innovation Campus in Lincoln. The event will showcase cutting-edge agricultural technologies,...
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Schmidt Announces Run for Governor
Insurance Journal
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July 9, 2025
Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced her bid to run for Governor of Kansas in 2026. Schmidt, a lifelong Republican, began her career as a pharmacist after graduating from the University of Kansas. She has worked for over 40 years...
From Kansas to Oz: Kyla Jade enchants the Broadway stage
KSHB - Missouri
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July 11, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — "The Wiz" is debuting this weekend, so let’s ease on down to the Kansas City Music Hall, where a Kansas native shows us the magic behind her iconic roles. As a dynamic musician and performer, Kyla Jade has taken a long but...
Places in Kansas offer plenty of fun for summer trips
Salina Journal - Kansas
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Kansas offers many in-state vacation destinations for residents. Kansas State Parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking and exploring unique rock formations. Indoor attractions like the Cosmosphere, Strataca, and the...
Kansas City names engineer who led KC Water as assistant city manager
KCTV 5 - Missouri
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July 9, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The City of Kansas City has a new assistant city manager. On Wednesday, City Manager Mario Vasquez named Jeff Martin as Assistant City Manager. Martin currently serves as the Deputy Director and Chief Engineering Officer...
Kansas Wesleyan Looks Ahead: Athletes Shine and New Challenges Await in 2025-26
BVM Sports
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July 9, 2025
Kansas Wesleyan's Athletic Director Miguel Paredes reflects on the 2024-25 season marked by outstanding achievements, including winning the Kansas Conference Commissioner's Cup for the third straight year. KWU teams excelled in multiple sports,...
Kansas School Funding Halted
KSAL - Kansas
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July 9, 2025
Kansas education officials were notified earlier this week that payment to states for certain federal funds already appropriated by Congress for student learning, teacher development, and other student-centered services has been delayed...
Kansas education officials lament delay of $50M from US Dept. of Education
KSHB - Missouri
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July 9, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas education officials said Tuesday they are left in limbo after learning the U.S. Department of Education is indefinitely delaying payments to states covering student learning, teacher development and other student...
Kansas Department of Transportation begins highway signage replacement project
Sunflower State News - Kansas
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July 9, 2025
The Kansas Department of Transportation has initiated a project to replace signage on several highways in Gray, Ford, Finney, and Meade counties. The work involves U.S. 50, U.S. 400, U.S. 56, and K-23. According to the department, motorists should...
Panasonic delays full production at US battery plant as Tesla sales drop
Nikkei Asia
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OSAKA -- Tesla supplier Panasonic Holdings has backpedaled on its internal goal for electric vehicle battery production at a U.S. factory in the state of Kansas, Nikkei has learned. While the Japanese electronics giant was initially aiming for...
Patrick Mahomes calls fun and trust the real strength of the Kansas City Chiefs under Andy Reid
The Times of India
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Patrick Mahomes calls fun and trust the real strength of the Kansas City Chiefs under Andy Reid (Image Via X) A really exciting event is coming to Kansas City. Patrick Mahomes, the Kansas City Chiefs’ star quarterback, spoke this week about what...
tracey mann highlights key initiatives benefiting kansas agriculture
Little Apple Times - Kansas
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July 10, 2025
Rep. Tracey Mann, U.S. Representative for Kansas 1st District | Official U.S. House headshotRep. Tracey Mann, U.S. Representative for Kansas 1st District | Official U.S. House headshot Tracey Mann, a member of the U.S. Congress representing...
Double crop soybean acres in question in Kansas
Brownfield Ag News
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July 10, 2025
News Double crop soybean acres in question in Kansas July 10, 2025 By Kellan Heavican Filed Under: Kansas, News, Soybeans A farmer in central Kansas says the excessive rain fall may impact double crop soybean acres in his state. Adam Baldwin tells...
Building Community, Craftsmanship and a Lasting Legacy | Kendall Construction
TK Business Magazine - Kansas
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Whether remodeling a hospital wing or repairing infrastructure behind the scenes, Tanner says the Kendall Construction team takes pride in every project. “It doesn’t matter whether the project is big or small, complex or straightforward,” he said....
Heartland Flyer to continue service thanks to vote from Texas transportation council
KOCO 5 - Oklahoma
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July 10, 2025
THE CLOSING OF THE LINE. YEAH, ABSOLUTELY. THE HEARTLAND FLYER JUST RUNS ACROSS THOSE TRACKS HERE IN BRICKTOWN AND IT CONNECTS OKLAHOMA CITY AND DALLAS AT LEAST ONCE A DAY. WELL, WITH TEXAS LAWMAKERS NOT ON BOARD AND REFUSING TO GET THEIR GET...