Mural brings Kansas theme to downtown Mankato
MANKATO – As the city prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday in 2021, a mural with a
The Dane G. Hansen Foundation is committed to providing opportunities for the people of Northwest Kansas to enjoy the highest possible quality of life. Fulfillment of our mission is predicated on three specific goals:
• Strengthening and supporting our communities
• Creating an environment for growth
• Increasing economic opportunities
We will advance our mission by investing in the areas of:
• Education
• Health Care
• Economic Development
• Community Social Services & Security
• Conservation & Environment
• Arts & Culture
• Community Beautification

MANKATO – As the city prepares to celebrate its 150th birthday in 2021, a mural with a
HAYS – Students in Fort Hays State University’s Department of Applied Technology can now learn industrial applications
OBERLIN – A tool to fix or work on bows is getting frequent use from 4-H students
HAYS – A new website designed to connect people interested in volunteering with volunteer opportunities has been
DELPHOS – Renovations have begun that are making the Delphos City Auditorium a venue that can accommodate
GLEN ELDER – A new HVAC system purchased with grant funds has substantially lowered the cost of
Area school staff members received information about Rachel’s Challenge from Darrell Scott, the father of Rachel Joy
ELLSWORTH – A kickoff event at which about half of those in attendance were first-time donors ensured
COLBY – Jana Jae and her famous blue fiddle delighted the audience at a Western Plains Arts
BELLVILLE – New equipment purchased for the Republic County Hospital main trauma room is improving response times
SALINA – More than 1,000 people attended concerts throughout the week of the fifth annual Kansas Wesleyan
QUINTER – A technical education facility that teaches young people work skills in demand in Northwest Kansas
ALMENA – Firefighters for the Almena Area Fire Department are ready for the next challenge with new
LENORA – New equipment is making a fitness facility in Lenora a popular place for area residents.
HILL CITY – Preschool and younger elementary school students enjoyed a live theater performance of “The Three
NORTON – Community volunteers came together to build a playground in Norton to serve children participating in
LITTLE JERUSALEM BADLANDS STATE PARK – Kansas’ newest state park, south of Oakley, is also anticipated to
MILTONVALE – A new cot and patient loading system will allow Miltonvale Emergency Medical Service workers and