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In some parts of Kansas, groundwater is polluted with enough nitrates that it can fulfill some of the fertilizing needs for farmers.
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Both Kansas and Missouri cleared a path for cities to let bars serve alcohol into the wee hours during the World Cup. But some bar owners say the demand for early-morning drinking isn’t high enough to justify the extra staff and safety concerns. -
Despite the spike in demand for measles shots following the deadly 2025 outbreak, exemptions on all vaccines for schoolchildren rose after the release of a downloadable exemption form. -
Kelly, who spent 14 years in the state Senate and will conclude her second term as governor in January, said she has been working on this for decades, and that it will continue to improve Kansas after her time as governor ends. -
Huffines, a former Republican state senator, is seeking a full term as the state’s top financial officer. He previously primaried Abbott from the right and was among the most conservative lawmakers in Austin. -
Committee engages in extraordinary executive session with state officials, contractors
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This week, Luke tells us how he makes catfish coubion (some also call it catfish courtbouillion), a tasty cajun recipe. -
This week we open our July series focusing on concert music of the twentieth century with a special episode of music by American composers! -
Vidor, Public domain, via Wikimedia CommonsWelcome to this special edition of the HPPR Radio Readers Book Club’s celebration of Route 66 – 100 Years on the Mother Road. This iconic road has been called everything from the Mother Road to America’s Main Street to the Will Rogers Highway. -
Well, with summer comes the hot weather, and when you're hot, your plants must be, too, so you should probably water them, right? Well...probably, but when you do so can make a pretty massive difference, and might actually cause more harm than good, if you're not careful. This week, we'll talk about the best ways to ensure that you hydrate your plants without damaging them!
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President Trump ushered in America's 250th anniversary with a darkly political speech that swerved from the typically apolitical, unifying speeches past presidents have given to mark Independence Day.
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