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Kansas is a Midwestern state in the central region of the United States of America, an area often referred to as the American "Heartland". It is named after the Kansas River which flows through it, from the French "Cansez", by explorer Étienne de Veniard, Sieur de Bourgmont, and after the Kansa tribe, who inhabited the area. Today, Kansas is one of the most productive agricultural states, producing many crops, and leading the nation in wheat and sunflower production.
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Wichita school district's medication policy questioned
Sep 5, 2010 5:58 am
Children in Wichita public schools can't take a pain reliever, suck on a cough drop or put on sunscreen without a doctor's written permission.It's part of a long-held policy intended to protect studen...
Remains of a body, with or without DNA evidence, can offer evidence, prosecutors say
Sep 5, 2010 5:55 am
It's logical to assume that whoever killed 14-year-old Alicia DeBolt was trying to hide evidence by burning her body. But over the years, case after case has shown that authorities can get convicti...
Kansas candidates court union at Labor Day picnic
Sep 5, 2010 5:50 am
Candidates tried to fire up the crowd at the Machinists union Labor Day celebration Saturday over the din of small talk and people eating."We must make things in this country again," said Ja...
Ambition lights stage at Wichita's Black Arts Festival
Sep 5, 2010 5:50 am
The Black Arts Festival is a community get-together and a great place for food, but it's also a place to watch ambition in person.Every year, the festival puts on a talent show that could be called &q...
Why are people against unions?
Sep 5, 2010 5:26 am
You can thank the labor unions for getting Monday off.But these days, many Kansans aren't very appreciative of organized labor. You hear it in the daily stream of ugly comments around the lunch table ...
Kansas joins case to head off federal carbon regulation
Sep 5, 2010 5:12 am
Attorney General Steve Six has joined Kansas with 10 other states in an effort to head off federal regulation of greenhouse gases.They seek to block federal courts from proceeding with a trial that Si...
Shuffles aside, fair is eager to entertain
Sep 5, 2010 5:03 am
The Grandstand has been a grand mess for the Kansas State Fair this year, with three acts canceling since the fair first announced its concert lineup in March.But, ironically, said Denny Stoecklein, t...
Great Bend teen Alicia DeBolt remembered as kind and loving
Sep 4, 2010 3:08 pm
GREAT BEND — Alicia DeBolt was remembered Friday as a kind, caring and loving person who saw kindness and beauty in everyone.About 700 people gathered at the First Assembly of God Church in ...
Study: Most immigrant parents not new to U.S.
Sep 4, 2010 5:57 am
SAN JUAN, Texas — When Ruth Garcia's twins are born in two months, they'll have all the rights of U.S. citizens. They and their six brothers and sisters will be able to vote, apply for feder...
Child-fondling conviction overturned on errors
Sep 4, 2010 5:57 am
Because of errors by a judge and prosecutor, a Wichita man should get a new trial on whether he fondled an 8-year-old girl, the Kansas Supreme Court ruled Friday.Luther Kemble, 36, was sentenced to 25...
News from Kansan.com
The University's very own fight club
Sep 3, 2010 3:57 am
Members of the jiu-jitsu class learn how to disarm assailants and defend themselves.
Local Burger brings veggie burgers to game
Sep 3, 2010 1:56 am
Students will now be able to purchase a healthier option at KU sporting events
Groups join with Athletics for game day recycling
Sep 3, 2010 1:48 am
KU Environs and Cans for the Community hope to collect 1,000 pounds of cans per game.
Sep 2, 2010 11:25 pm
Research shows that frequent laptop use puts students at risk for pain and poor posture.
Anthologist speaks of inspiration for change
Sep 2, 2010 10:24 pm
The editor of an American literature anthology added voices of minorities and women to the field.
Student Senate approves $24,557 in new funds
Sep 2, 2010 2:24 am
A majority of the funds will go to Student Executive Committee salaries.
Medical ministry offers low-cost health care
Sep 2, 2010 12:29 am
The church will offer simple medical care and ask for a $25 donation.
Professor to compose for Berlin Philharmonic
Sep 2, 2010 12:29 am
James Barnes was commissioned to write a piece for the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra
Presence of algae indicates larger problems
Sep 2, 2010 12:28 am
As reservoirs age, Lawrence residents may experience water issues.
Engineers travel to Shanghai for program
Sep 2, 2010 12:21 am
The students blogged about their experiences at ProjectShanghai.net.
News for Kansas from LJWorld.com
TV in demand: Must-see shows rate with local viewers
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
Last Sunday, the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences bestowed dozens of Emmy Awards on the best that primetime programming network and cable had to offer. Whether their favorite shows captured a g...
Late season color: Perennial flower mix puts out season finale
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
There is often more than one way to accomplish something. Last week, I highlighted a garden that uses a mix of annual and perennial flowers to provide seasonlong color. Another method of ensuring bloo...
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
The recent announcement that the number of U.S. children in foster care had dropped by 8 percent in the last year and 20 percent in the last decade certainly is welcome news.
Salt servers once sign of wealth
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
Eating too much salt is a health problem today, but in past centuries salt was considered an important ingredient to be treated with reverence. It was traditional to put a large container of salt near...
Natural allies must rally behind Obama
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
Plenty of people are driving cars they dont want or, worse still, living in homes they cant afford. Thats a natural part of a consumer society, especially during a recession. But this fall we may witn...
U.S. troops leave, but Iraq struggle is far from over
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
You might have thought the Iraq war was over after listening to President Obama on Tuesday. Eager to unload the albatross he inherited, Obama proclaimed that the American combat mission had ended. We ...
Behind the lens: Nature livened up with the passage of time
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
Photographing nature, in the traditional sense of the word, isnt my strong suit, nor is it something I set out to do specifically. Whenever I make it the focus of an image, its usually because I have ...
Lost-phone panic breeds need to find them
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
Is that a flashing Z in your pocket, or are you just glad to still have your cell phone?
100 years ago: New roller coaster tested
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
The test of the new roller coaster at Woodland Park yesterday was marred by two slight accidents. Neither was serious, and did not deter the clamor of the crowd which stood at the entrance and fought ...
Galaxies put life in perspective
Sep 5, 2010 5:00 am
I read the other day that the observable universe contains a hundred billion galaxies with more stars than our beaches have grains of sand. For some reason, I find that comforting. Of course, it makes...
Local News from 49 ABC News Topeka via Yahoo! News
Topeka students take part in Pow Wow
Sep 3, 2010 10:26 pm
Hundreds of kids got a lesson in Native American culture Friday morning.
Sep 3, 2010 9:41 pm
Hey, Jayhawk football fans, its time to get your game face on. With the traffic jams, one-way streets and hard-to-find parking, getting to Memorial Stadium for Saturdays season opener could be harder ...
Judge orders Nebraska officials to pay Westboro fees
Sep 3, 2010 8:41 pm
A judge's final order overturning Nebraska's flag-desecration law includes provisions for state officials to pay $8,000 in attorney's fees to the Kansas church member who filed the lawsuit - a bill th...
SW 29th at Kingsrow intersection to close
Sep 3, 2010 7:56 pm
The intersection of 29th and Kingsrow east of SW Urish Road will be closed for three months beginning Thursday, September 7.
Park on former Menninger grounds in Topeka opens Saturday
Sep 3, 2010 5:27 pm
Just minutes from downtown, the state is opening a new park that has miles of trails, abundant wildlife and a boat ramp on the Kansas River.
Report gives high marks to Kansas highway system
Sep 3, 2010 12:27 pm
A California foundation has ranked the Kansas state highway system third-best in the nation based on performance and cost-effectiveness.
New lottery game to mark Kansas' 150th birthday
Sep 3, 2010 12:27 pm
The state's founders probably wouldn't have approved, but Kansas is using a new lottery game to get a jump on celebrating its 150th birthday.
Kansas Labor Secretary says state is recovering
Sep 3, 2010 12:26 pm
Kansas Department of Labor Secretary Jim Garner said the state job market is emerging from a tough recession.
Labor Day parade closing Jackson, neighboring streets
Sep 3, 2010 4:41 am
A Labor Day Parade will close down streets near Jackson and Kansas Monday morning.
Despite lack of funds, Shawnee Co. drafting new Willard Bridge plans
Sep 3, 2010 4:11 am
Shawnee County officials are drafting plans for a new Willard Bridge even though they don't have the funds to build it.
Local News from Salina Journal via Yahoo! News
Sep 5, 2010 10:33 am
In its first season in business, Kenwood Cove aquatics park exceeded all expectations by bringing in $91,600 more in revenue and 30,000 more patrons than projected.
County commission to consider appointments
Sep 5, 2010 10:33 am
The Saline County Commission will consider authorizing portraits for archival purposes at their meeting Tuesday. The meeting is scheduled to start at 11 a.m. in Room 107 of the City-County Building.
Sep 5, 2010 10:33 am
The Salina City Commission will not have a meeting Monday because of the Labor Day holiday. The commissioners' next meeting will be Sept. 13.
Weather : 69.4 | Wind SSW4.0 mph
Sep 5, 2010 10:32 am
n Living Water Worship Center presents "What the End Time Church will Face," by Bill and Ida Ford. 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., 1111 Elmhurst Blvd. 819-0833.
McPherson Museum Road Show set for Saturday
Sep 5, 2010 10:32 am
McPHERSON -- The third annual Museum Road Show, sponsored by the McPherson Museum and Arts Foundation, will be at 7 p.m. Sept. 11 at the McPherson Opera House ballroom, 219 S. Main.
League of Women Voters plans lunch
Sep 5, 2010 10:32 am
Salina City Manager Jason Gage and Rita Deister, Saline County administrator, will share the lectern at the Salina League of Women Voters' first Lunch and Learn of the season.
Sep 5, 2010 10:32 am
Kansas Attorney General Steve Six told three fathers of abducted children who made a stop in Salina on Saturday on their cross-country tour that Kansas has made progress but can do more to protect chi...
Sep 4, 2010 9:47 pm
The Salina City Commission will not have a meeting Monday because of the Labor Day holiday. The commissioners next meeting will be Sept. 13.
Sep 4, 2010 10:35 am
The city plans to ask the bureau of Alcohol Firearms and Tobacco to take the licenses of 10 people in Salina who are selling or repairing guns out of their homes without city approval.
Genealogist to be on hand Wednesday
Sep 4, 2010 10:35 am
Mary Douglass, a member of the Association for Professional Genealogists, is the guest genealogist for a help session from 3-4:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Salina Public Library.
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