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Kansas State president quickly plows new ground to raise $75 million in private donations

Linton’s objective is dramatically expand agriculture research, innovation Tim Carpenter Kansas Reflector MANHATTAN — Kansas State University president Richard Linton said Thursday success of a campaign to raise $75 million in less than one year could transform agriculture education at the land-grant institution by modernizing grain, food, animal and agronomy research and innovation. He said the university received a $25 million grant from the Kansas Legislature and embarked on an effort to raise $75 million in private gifts to qualify for a supplemental 3:1 match from the state, or another $25 million.

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Butler County Times Gazette to move to mail-only delivery

To our readers: Due the high cost of fuel and other rising expenses, The newspaper is converting all subscriptions to mail delivery, a process that’s already started for many readers. The last day of delivery by a newspaper carrier is 8/28. Mail-only delivery begins 8/29. Although some delays might be expected during the transition in the coming days, the newspaper has worked with the U.S. Postal Service to arrange sameday delivery of the paper. We hear from our readers a good deal, and many whose subscriptions have already been moved to mail delivery have been understanding. More importantly, we hear the support that so many people express for their local paper. We will never take that for granted as we continue to serve our readers and advertisers.

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Butler County Fair Results

Ella Amend All Horse Classes, 02: Halter Stock Type Gelding, Red Clothing Construction, 02: Intermediate Ages 10- 13, Purple, 2, Reserve Grand Champion Intermediate Three-Dimensional, 02: Intermediate Ages 10-13, Blue Beef Showmanship, 02: Int. Showmanship 10-13 yrs.

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Biden administration plays long game for agriculture and trade

Kansas Reflector WOODWARD, Iowa — The United States could take international trade actions that might have an immediate impact on the operating costs for farmers and the markets available for their crops, but the Biden administration has opted for a longer-term strategy, one of the nation’s top emissaries said Thursday during a trip to a central Iowa farm. “When we are building toward more of a resilient economy and global economy, there’s a transition that we need to go through,” said Katherine Tai, the U.S.

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Andover project closer to construction phase

August (Aug.) 15, Laura Kelly appeared in Andover City Hall to announce highway infrastructure update. The team spoke on the KDOT's IKE East Kellogg project, affecting K-96 to 159th Street. Laura confirmed they are now finished with the Developing stage and will be moving onto the Construction phase of the project. 'This will make a huge difference in commutes. We heard from residents that this project is of the highest priority to them. You Spoke. We listened. And now, we deliver,' said Kelly. 'Local partnerships have been crucial in getting this project to the next stage. Both cities, Wichita and Andover, and both counties, Sedgwick and Butler, have committed resources to funds that have made this project possible.'

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Kansas foster care provider sues former leaders over alleged financial misconduct

Legal action renews interest in Saint Francis Ministries’ performance and funding TOPEKA — The former CEO, chief counsel and IT director for Saint Francis Ministries used their positions to enrich themselves and their friends as the charity neared financial insolvency, according to allegations made in state and federal lawsuits. The Salina-based foster care provider in court documents accused the trinity of overbilling for IT and legal services and misusing company funds to support a lavish lifestyle.

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Butler County Fair Results

Toby Brenton General Crafts, 01: Junior Ages 7-9, Blue Fine Arts, 01: Junior Ages 7-9, Blue Photography, 01: Color Photo, 1st year in project, Purple Photography, 01: Color Photo, 1st year in project, Red Photography, 01: Color Photo, 1st year in project, Red Photography, 01: Color Photo, 1st year in project, Red Photography, 01: Color Photo, 1st year in project, Red Kolby Holcomb Breeding Beef, 03: Junior Yearling 15-18 months / 03: Commercial Heifers / 03.02: Junior Yearling 15-18 months - Commercial - Show Class 1, Blue, 2 Market Beef, 01: Market Steer / 01.01: Class 1 - Lightweight 1058-1120#, Blue, 2, Res. Champion Lightweight Steer Foods & Nutrition, 03: Senior Ages 14 and Over, Purple Fine Arts, 03: Senior Ages 14 and Over, Blue Reece Jackson Photography, 07: Action or Motion Photo, Blue Photography, 02: Color Photo, 2-3 years in project, Blue Fine Arts, 02: Intermediate Ages 10-13, Blue Photography, 02: Color Photo, 2-3 years in project, Purple Fine Arts, 02: Intermediate Ages 10-13, Purple Bucket Calf Interview Class, 01: 10-12 yr.

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Lily Lake

Purple Photography, 03: Color Photo, 4 years or more in project, Purple Photography, 03: Color Photo, 4 years or more in project, Blue Fashion Revue - Buymanship, 03: Female Intermediate 10-13, Purple Fashion Revue - Buymanship, 03: Female Intermediate 10-13, Blue

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