AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWildcat Space Program: K-State students are building a satellite through the Wildcat Space Program, getting real-world practice in design, power planning, and launch prep. Wheat on the ropes: Kansas farmers are bracing for the smallest wheat production since 1972 as drought, heat, and virus spread collide with higher costs. Transit funding fight: Lawrence Transit says its sales tax is “critical,” with a possible November ballot vote looming as the tax could sunset in 2029. Health care fallout: KU Hospital Authority is suing CVS, alleging it diverted nearly $62M in 340B prescription drug savings. Rural hospital relief: Kansas lawmakers are backing a bipartisan bill for interest-free loans to help rural hospitals stay open. Community gardens: As federal aid drops and prices rise, more groups are turning to gardens to stretch food budgets. Public safety: A crash near Olpe sent one person to Newman Regional Health, and Kearney police rolled out life-saving medical kits for patrol cars.
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