https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news HPPR News en-US Copyright Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/democrat-cindy-holschers-campaign-for-kansas-governor-highlights-distinctions-from-gop-rival Overland Park senator touts record on public schools, healthcare, marijuana legalization Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:30:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/democrat-cindy-holschers-campaign-for-kansas-governor-highlights-distinctions-from-gop-rival Tim Carpenter | Kansas Reflector https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/every-dollar-spent-by-a-texas-library-puts-almost-5-back-into-the-economy-study-shows The Texas Library Association found that library services across the state offer an economic boon to local communities. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 20:50:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/every-dollar-spent-by-a-texas-library-puts-almost-5-back-into-the-economy-study-shows Sarah Asch | The Texas Standard https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/rural-areas-reap-economic-benefits-from-wind-and-solar-projects-new-midwest-study-finds Across the central U.S., more communities are passing ordinances to regulate renewable infrastructure development. A University of Missouri study examines the economic impact of renewable energy in rural areas. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:00:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/rural-areas-reap-economic-benefits-from-wind-and-solar-projects-new-midwest-study-finds Jana Rose Schleis https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/colorado-cant-back-out-of-federal-program-some-say-will-create-k-12-school-vouchers Even if Colorado’s next governor is a major critic of the program, the state is committed for at least next year under new federal rules Mon, 05 Oct 2026 17:10:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/colorado-cant-back-out-of-federal-program-some-say-will-create-k-12-school-vouchers Erica Breunlin | The Colorado Sun https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/program-provides-mental-health-resources-for-agriculture-workers-as-industry-stress-rises Industry stressors like commodity prices and drought conditions increase the pressure for those who work in the agriculture industry. Agrisafe Network is a nonprofit that aims to provide resources to farmers and ranchers across the U.S., including in Texas. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 15:20:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/program-provides-mental-health-resources-for-agriculture-workers-as-industry-stress-rises https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/as-kansans-lose-snap-benefits-state-lawmakers-examine-system-hurdles State lawmakers considered Wednesday streamlining the application process for federal benefits so people who qualify for cash assistance and food assistance can receive both through one application. Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:30:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-05/as-kansans-lose-snap-benefits-state-lawmakers-examine-system-hurdles Anna Kaminski https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-04/betting-that-abbott-will-soon-restore-funding-some-texas-agencies-accept-flocks-offer-to-keep-cameras-on Some local officials have suggested they expect Abbott will reinstate funding for the surveillance cameras, which are politically unpopular, after the election. Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-04/betting-that-abbott-will-soon-restore-funding-some-texas-agencies-accept-flocks-offer-to-keep-cameras-on https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-03/ku-officials-form-work-group-to-address-closure-of-hilltop-child-development-center The University of Kansas is forming a work group to address staff, faculty and student childcare needs at KU. The announcement comes in the wake of a backlash to the announced closing of Hilltop Child Development Center, which serves more than 100 families. Hilltop itself is still slated to be closed by the end of October. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-03/ku-officials-form-work-group-to-address-closure-of-hilltop-child-development-center https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-02/rfk-jr-announces-partnership-with-dell-medical-school-to-boost-clinical-trials-in-the-us The University of Texas at Austin's medical school will serve as the "key academic partner" on two federal projects aimed at modernizing and expanding clinical trials. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:04:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-02/rfk-jr-announces-partnership-with-dell-medical-school-to-boost-clinical-trials-in-the-us Olivia Aldridge https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-02/health-department-cant-change-oklahoma-gender-designations-on-birth-certificate-court-rules State law has never allowed changes to the sex designation on Oklahoman's birth certificates, the state's high court ruled. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 12:03:00 GMT https://www.hppr.org/hppr-news/2026-10-02/health-department-cant-change-oklahoma-gender-designations-on-birth-certificate-court-rules Oklahoma Voice