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June 15, 2026
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Grant Program Offers Up to $25,000 for Local Food Businesses in Kansas, Western Missouri
WELLINGTON, Kan. — Local food businesses in rural Kansas and western Missouri may be eligible for grants of up to $25,000 through a new program announced by the Heartland Food Business Coalition, according to the Sumner County Conservation District. The Harvest to Market Grant focuses on post-harvest and go-
Wellington Firefighters Battle West Wellington House Fire, Rescue Two Dogs
WELLINGTON, Kan. — Wellington Fire/EMS responded to a structure fire in West Wellington on Friday, containing the blaze before it could spread to the main living areas of the home and rescuing two dogs from the basement, according to the department. According to a June 12 post on Wellington Fire/
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Greenwood, Elk County Conservation Districts to Host 9th Annual Women in Ag Event
EUREKA, Kan. — The Greenwood County and Elk County Conservation Districts will host the 9th Annual Women in Ag Event on Tuesday, June 17 at 10 a.m. at 110 E. 3rd St. in Eureka. The event is free and open to the public. Confirmed topics include Native Plants and Gardens,

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