Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Kansas
Davids Urges Federal Action as Kansas Small Businesses Squeezed Out of Tariff Refunds While Large Corporations Cash In
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Davids Urges Federal Action as Kansas Small Businesses Squeezed Out of Tariff Refunds While Large Corporations Cash In
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New study shows without reckless tariffs, inflation would have declined
Today, Representative Sharice Davids demanded immediate action to ensure Kansas small businesses receive the tariff refunds they are owed. Following this year's Supreme Court ruling overturning the president
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Democratic Governors Association: "14 Emails in 4 Months" - Ty Masterson Rakes in Over One Million for No-Show Job
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following news:
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"14 Emails in 4 Months": Ty Masterson Rakes in Over One Million for No-Show Job
Oct 15, 2026
New investigative reporting from the Kansas City Star reveals exactly how much work Ty Masterson does for his no-show job as a Director at GoCreate - and the answer is not much.
According to records obtained by The Star, Masterson only sent 14 emails over four months, while his Assistant Director, "whose Lin
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DSCC Friday Takeaways: Prairie Problems, Paxton's Never-Ending Tour, This Could've Been a Debate, and Yes Woman Hinson
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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Oct 16, 2026
DSCC FRIDAY TAKEAWAYS: Prairie Problems, Paxton's Never-Ending Tour, This Could've Been a Debate, and Yes Woman Hinson
TGIF. Welcome back to Friday Takeaways from the DSCC - your weekly update from the DSCC Press Team on what you need to know across the Senate battlegrounds. There are 18 days until the midterms.
PRAIRIE PROBLEMS: GOP Sen. Roger Marshall is closing out a
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El Centro and KU partner on data-driven statewide effort to build a fuller picture of Latino communities in Kansas
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Oct. 16 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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El Centro and KU partner on data-driven statewide effort to build a fuller picture of Latino communities in Kansas
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LAWRENCE -- El Centro, a Latino-led, Latino-serving nonprofit organization based in Kansas City, Kansas, is leading an initiative to create a comprehensive, community-led portrait of the Latino experience in Kansas, working together with a longtime University of Kansas research center.
Afte
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Federal Register: FAA Updates Flight Approach Procedures at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport in Kansas
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register.
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Standard Instrument Approach Procedures, and Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures; Miscellaneous Amendments
This rule amends, suspends, or removes Standard Instrument Approach Procedures (SIAPs) and associated Takeoff Minimums and Obstacle Departure Procedures for operations at certain airports. These regulatory actions a
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FHSU Students Help Bring Stories of Relationship-based Violence in Rural Kansas to Light
HAYS, Kansas, Oct. 17 -- Fort Hays State University posted the following news:
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FHSU students help bring stories of relationship-based violence in rural Kansas to light
10/16/26
HAYS, Kan. - Fort Hays State University students are helping bring greater visibility to experiences of relationship-based violence in rural Kansas through the Facing Relationship-Based Violence: A Rural Kansas Initiative. This community storytelling project creates opportunities for survivors and others affecte
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Former FHSU Professor Recognized Nationally for Violence Prevention Work
HAYS, Kansas, Oct. 17 -- Fort Hays State University posted the following news:
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Former FHSU professor recognized nationally for violence prevention work
10/15/26
HAYS. Kan. - Dr. Christie Brungardt, former FHSU professor and founder of Jana's Campaign, has been named to the 2026 Class of L'Oreal Paris Women of Worth. This prestigious national recognition celebrates women making a difference in their communities through their commitment to addressing some of society's most pressing chall
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From Volleyball Player to Dean of Enrollment and Student Services at FSCC
SILVER CITY, New Mexico, Oct. 17 -- Western New Mexico University posted the following news release:
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From Volleyball Player to Dean of Enrollment and Student Services at FSCC
Western New Mexico University Athletics is proud to recognize former Mustang volleyball standout Courtney Kline (formerly Heiser) as an Alumni of the Week.
Kline was a member of the WNMU volleyball program from 2004-2008, wearing No. 16 and making her mark as a setter. A native of Tempe, Arizona, Kline came to WNM
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IDP Statement on Zach Lahn Losing the KTIV Debate
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 16 -- The Iowa Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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October 15, 2026
IDP Statement on Zach Lahn Losing the KTIV Debate
SIOUX CITY - IDP Chair Rita Hart released the following statement in response to Kansas carpetbagger and career political operative Zach Lahn's loss in tonight's debate:
"Tonight, Iowans watched Kansas carpetbagger and career political operative Zach Lahn prove why he's the wrong choice for Iowa. Lahn failed to give a straight ans
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IFPTE Backs Pro-Worker Candidates for 2026 U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Elections
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Engineering] -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers posted the following news:
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IFPTE Backs Pro-Worker Candidates for 2026 U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate Elections
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The 2026 Congressional elections come at a pivotal moment in American history and will have a monumental impact on working people and union members throughout the United States. All 435 seats in House of Representatives, plus 6 nonvoting delegate
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Iowa Democratic Party: Fact Check - Zach Lahn Wants to Gut Funding for Iowa's Public Schools
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 16 -- The Iowa Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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October 15, 2026
FACT CHECK: Zach Lahn Wants to Gut Funding for Iowa's Public Schools
SIOUX CITY - Kansas carpetbagger and career political operative Zach Lahn is desperately trying to rewrite his dangerous record of attacking Iowa public schools and teachers while ignoring the fact that his private school in Kansas -- which he still works as the president of while running for governor two states
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Iowa Democratic Party: Questions Zach Lahn Needs to Answer During Tonight's Debate
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 16 -- The Iowa Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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October 14, 2026
Questions Zach Lahn Needs to Answer During Tonight's Debate
SIOUX CITY - Carpetbagger and career political operative Zach Lahn spent last week's debate doing damage control about his living situation in Kansas and failed to answer for how he can be a full-time governor when he doesn't even live in Iowa. Tonight, Iowans will see Lahn try and fail to spin his record of working for s
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Iowa Democratic Party: Zach Lahn Will Continue Kim Reynolds' Billion Dollar Budget Deficit
DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 16 -- The Iowa Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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October 15, 2026
Zach Lahn Will Continue Kim Reynolds' Billion Dollar Budget Deficit
SIOUX CITY - Kansas carpetbagger and career political operative Zach Lahn has "cast himself as the heir to" Kim Reynolds' failed record, including her nearly $1.4 billion budget deficit that threatens funding for schools, health care, and law enforcement.
Iowa's economy is ranked 39th in the country, 49th in the
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Kansas State University: New Era in Kansas Animal Health
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Oct. 17 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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A new era in Kansas animal health
K-State breaks ground on new Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory facility
By Audrey Hambright, College of Veterinary Medicine
Oct. 16, 2026
A new Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory facility at Kansas State University will strengthen the state's ability to detect animal diseases, protect livestock and support an industry that generates billions of dollars for Kan
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KU evolutionary genetics researcher wins Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Oct. 16 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU evolutionary genetics researcher wins Big 12 Faculty of the Year Award
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LAWRENCE -- John Kelly, professor of ecology & evolutionary biology at the University of Kansas, has been selected as KU's 2026-2027 Big 12 Faculty of the Year recipient. The award honors one outstanding faculty member from each of the conference's 16 schools for excellence in innovation and research.
Kelly's research in evolution
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KU School of Music to present annual Vespers concerts on Dec. 6
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Oct. 16 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU School of Music to present annual Vespers concerts on Dec. 6
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LAWRENCE -- The University of Kansas School of Music will present its annual Vespers concerts Dec. 6, with performances at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at the Lied Center of Kansas.
A pre-Vespers concert will precede each performance (at 1:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.) at Bales Organ Recital Hall, offering audiences an opportunity to experience additio
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Million Dollar Engineering Grant Funds Robots and More
ATCHISON, Kansas, Oct. 16 -- Benedictine College posted the following news:
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Million Dollar Engineering Grant Funds Robots and More
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The Benedictine College School of Engineering is completing upgrades paid for by $1,000,000 in funding for equipment. The funds were part of the Congressionally Directed Spending Appropriations recommended by U.S. Senator Jerry Moran.
The faculty of the School of Engineering has been busy purchasing new equipment. The last pieces of equipment will arrive
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President Trump Issues Statement on Birthday of President Dwight D. Eisenhower
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- President Trump issued the following statement on Oct. 14, 2026, on the birthday of President Dwight D. Eisenhower:
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On this day, we mark the 136th birthday of President Dwight David Eisenhower--a visionary leader, respected warrior, distinguished statesman, and noble public servant. In command of great armies and in the White House, he met every trial with steadiness, courage, and resolve, earning the enduring trust of the American People and the lasting gratitude
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Randall, Jayapal Lead PNW Members in Demanding Answers on NWDC Contract
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- Rep. Emily Randall, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Randall, Jayapal Lead PNW Members in Demanding Answers on NWDC Contract
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SEATTLE, W.A. -- U.S. Representatives Emily Randall (WA-06) and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) led Members from Washington and Oregon in demanding answers and transparency into ongoing efforts by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to purchase existing immigration detention cent
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Students and Business Leaders Celebrate $2M in Support of K-State's Business College
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Oct. 17 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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Building industry bridges
Students and business leaders celebrate $2M in support of K-State's business college
By Ruthie Gergeni, College of Business Administration
Oct. 16, 2026
At Kansas State University, students not only have access to faculty members who are leading experts in their fields, but they also have opportunities to connect with industry professionals and corporate partners who provide rea
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Transforming Medicaid by transforming care
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release:
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Transforming Medicaid by transforming care
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Healthcare continues to change quickly. But some of the biggest challenges patients face are not new.
When people cannot get the help they need early, health issues can become more serious. Access to a primary care provider, medication costs, and transportation can make it harder to stay healthy.
At Ascension,
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USDA Designates Nebraska Counties as Natural Disaster Areas Due to Drought
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency issued the following news release:
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USDA Designates Nebraska Counties as Natural Disaster Areas Due to Drought
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Please note: These designations were issued earlier this year.
These Secretarial natural disaster designations allow the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency l
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