Manikins provide training opportunities for Mitchell County EMS
BELOIT – New manikins were opened at a December 2023 Open House as an “early Christmas gift” for employees of Mitchell County EMS. Area medical professionals are training on and […]
Community center under construction in Hays
HAYS – Groundbreaking for the Bob & Pat Schmidt Community Center occurred in July 2024, and the facility is expected to be complete in July 2025. The primary objectives of […]
STORM gives students experience in rural medicine
The Summer Training Option of Rural Medicine program offered 20 medical students between their first and second years of medical school an opportunity to experience practicing rural medicine firsthand. Seven […]
Nex-Gen provides variety of programs teaching young people about jobs, community service
Nex-Generation Round Up for Youth has provided a variety of career-related and community-minded programs and activities that offer students an understanding of opportunities available in our area. The Hansen Foundation […]
New much-needed child care facility opens in Salina
SALINA – Magnolia Kids Childcare Center opened in February 2024 at First Covenant Church in Salina. By October, the center was caring for 28 children, with space for 12 more […]
Formoso Skating Rink floor prepared for wheels
FORMOSO – The large floor of the Formoso Skating Rink was sanded and buffed in time for the busy fall season. The city of Formoso is committed to ensuring that […]
FHSU scholarships provide professional pipeline to Northwest Kansas
HAYS – In its fifth year, the Northwest Kansas Learn and Live Scholarship at Fort Hays State University is providing a successful pipeline for educated and credentialed college graduates to […]
New staff member makes an impact at child care facility
HILL CITY – Graham County Little Roosters Daycare in Hill City recently welcomed a well-qualified full-time employee. She had her own curriculum developed and is excited to be with the […]
Staff support grants ‘transformative’ at Cloud County center
CONCORDIA – The staff support grant from the Hansen Foundation has had “a transformative impact” on Cloud County Community College’s child care facility’s ability to serve more children. With funding […]