News

In last week's TSnews story about the new mural being painted on the Farm Supply building in downtown Cheney, we incorrectly stated the name of Trent Viner. We regret the error..

GODDARD – Tanganyika Wildlife Park has announced the recent birth of three lion cubs, a significant milestone in the park's ongoing commitment to the preservation of species. The cubs – a male and two females – were born on July 29.

Following are next week’s menus for Friendship Meals and Meals on Wheels in both Sedgwick County and Sumner County. A change was made recently, and there are now different menus for Sedgwick County and Sumner County.

Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says preparing and storing food during a power outage can be “tricky.” “Without a steady power source (such as a generator), food can be temperature-abused, which increases the risk for foodborne illness,” said Blakeslee, who also is coordinator of K-State’s Rapid Response Center for Food Science. Foodborne bacteria grows most rapidly between 40 degrees and 140 degrees Fahrenheit, Blakeslee said – doubling in number in as little as 20 minutes.

TSnews After 47 years of being an educator, Lillian Palsmeier of Conway Springs has opted to not return to teaching in any capacity in 2023. Palsmeier’s teacher career began in 1976.

Where food safety is concerned, a food thermometer is kind of like the swiss army knife. It’s a must-have, multi-use tool in the kitchen.

Wheatland Electric, in conjunction with its 75th anniversary, is holding the 10th annual Cram the Van food drive. “Starting in 2014, our cooperative—employees, trustees, volunteers, and our co-op members alike—have all pitched in to cram our big red van with food donations for the communities we serve,” Wheatland Electric said in a press release.

Haysville Public Works recently announced the accomplishment of its new Orthophosphate Treatment System, which was activated on Aug. 30.

Extension Hearing the words “what a kind, compassionate child you’ve raised” is often one of the greatest compliments a parent can receive as they turn their young person out into the world. The foundation for this empathy, says Kansas State University child development specialist Bradford Wiles, happens early in life.

Wichita Beacon “What are we going to do with all this stuff?” It’s a question more people confront every day as they or their parents reach retirement age. Approximately 58,000 people aged 65 and older live in Wichita, according to latest census figures.