Feature Stories

10 Things You May Not Know About Farmers

Although I grew up in a rural area with farms and ranches surrounding me, I knew nothing about farmers except their names. However, I began writing about farmers and ranchers in Kansas approximately three years ago and I want to share what I have...

Features & Highlights

July 1, 2019

18 Recipes to Try in July

July is a scorcher (usually). Beat the heat with these delicious...

May 29, 2019

18 Things to Cook in June

June is a month to really break out the grills and incorporate...

May 14, 2019

Father's Day gifts

Looking for that perfect gift for that extra-special dad in your...

May 13, 2019

Should Your Teen Have a Credit Card?

Your teens might have part-time jobs, bank accounts and debit...

May 13, 2019

Keeping the Faith

Across Kansas, we see small towns getting smaller. Population...

May 13, 2019

Fishing in Kansas

Swimming, barbecues, boats and tans are big parts of the summer...

May 13, 2019

The Gut Reaction

Heartburn, nausea, indigestion, upset stomach…we’ll stop there.

May 13, 2019

Growing Young

What’s your mental picture of a farmer?

April 30, 2019

Farm 101: Farmers Make Case to College Consumers

Students at Fort Hays State University recently received a crash...

April 29, 2019

15 Things to Cook in May

Welcome to May - enjoy this collection of spring-time recipes.

March 25, 2019

14 Springy Things to Cook in April

It's April!

Jacquelyne Leffer with cattle

March 11, 2019

Prime Performance on the Farm

Jacquelyne Leffler of rural Americus had no desire to continue...

at home science experiments

March 11, 2019

Fun At-Home Science Experiments

Science fun doesn't just have to happen at school.

March 1, 2019

16 Delicious Things to Cook in March

It's March! We've got our green on, so no pinching.

Marmaton Valley High School

February 20, 2019

Aquaponics at Marmaton Valley High School

These high school students took an idea for aquaponics and built...

February 5, 2019

14 Delicious Things to Cook in February

It's February! The month of Groundhog Day, the Super Bowl,...

January 31, 2019

How to Be Smart with Your Tax Refund

In 2017, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) reported 111 million...

January 31, 2019

A School for Kids Who Love Chores

EDITOR’S NOTE: Many of us don’t have daily interactions with...

January 31, 2019

Growing Lettuce in Kansas

Take an eight-mile detour off Interstate 70 north of Grinnell...

January 31, 2019

Towing Flo

Vintage-camper owners often name their campers, and those at the...

January 31, 2019

Stone Barn Farm and Log Cabins

Just outside of Dexter, population 300, there’s an old stone...

January 31, 2019

Horses that Help

Often, all it takes is one. One moment can change a life forever...

January 16, 2019

Camping In Kansas

Camping is all about getting out into the great, wide open.

January 14, 2019

11 Delicious Things to Cook in January

It's January!

January 8, 2019

Becoming a Farmer

How do you start farming and ranching when you have no...

wind turbine in sunflower field

December 17, 2018

3 Ways Alternative Energy Fuels Kansas Agriculture

Kansas is one of the nation’s leaders in alternative energy...

dec.recipes

November 29, 2018

10 Delicious Things to Cook in December

It's December! We're ready for all things holiday and being cozy...

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November 16, 2018

Kansas Water Technology Farms

Water is an important natural resource essential for survival.

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November 13, 2018

How the Farm Bill Helps Conserve Resources

Chances are if you have a TV, a smartphone, or a radio signal,...

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November 12, 2018

The Story of Peanut Butter

November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month. Are you a fan?

worldhunger_hands

November 7, 2018

World Hunger Facts

1. 11.3 percent of the world’s population is hungry.

boothilldistillery

November 7, 2018

Kansas Whiskey

“Bartender, pour me a double shot of Red Eye whiskey, an Old-...

flokboxes

November 7, 2018

Kansas Christmas Gifts

Skip the long lines, crowds and dull gifts this holiday season...

worldhunger_maria

November 6, 2018

Fighting Against World Hunger

Rick McNary has a gift for telling stories.

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November 6, 2018

Tips for Family Meal Planning Success

I remember the wicker-backed chairs, some of which were torn;...

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November 6, 2018

Goat Cheese is Made in Kansas

For 30 years, Suzanne Bennett, OB/GYN, delivered children.

October 29, 2018

7 Delicious Things to Cook in November

It's November! Halloween is done, Thanksgiving is up next.

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October 3, 2018

10 Delicious Things to Cook in October

It's October! As we welcome cooler temps, we also welcome warmer...

Cattle Near Road

September 28, 2018

What To Do When You Spot Cattle On the Road

If you’re ever out and see cattle on the road, here are a few...

Farmer, Rancher, Fisherman

September 14, 2018

Soil Health and Our Food

Are you curious about where your food comes from? Do you enjoy...