Moody’s upgrades Kansas credit rating to ‘positive,’ reigniting political debate at Capitol
by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector May 8, 2026 TOPEKA — The state of Kansas’ credit rating upgrade from stable to…
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Youth fishing derby reels in fun for all
Young anglers tested their casting capabilities June 20 at the pond in Moundridge’s Pack Park. Moundridge resident Eli Corino helps his 7-year-old daughter Kassidy weigh…
Who shops at farmers markets in the US?
Bret R. Shaw, University of Wisconsin-Madison People who shop at the more than 8,700 farmers markets operating in the U.S.…
Extreme temperature swings, disease lead to troublesome Kansas wheat outlook
by Anna Kaminski, Kansas Reflector May 14, 2026 TOPEKA — Favorable fall conditions for wheat planting gave way to a…
Local health officials prepare for influx of World Cup fans
by Shalina Chatlani, Kansas Reflector May 13, 2026 Health officials from the U.S. cities hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup…
USD 423 BOE approves one-time staff retention bonuses
At its regular meeting on Monday, the Moundridge USD 423 Board of Education approved a one-time staff retention bonus following…
Luxuriate in blooming verse: A case for expanding National Poetry Month into a full season
by Huascar Medina, Kansas Reflector May 7, 2026 National Poetry Month has come and gone, and the flowers are still…
From ancient goddesses to modern peace activists − Mother’s Day celebrates women’s political power
Marie-Claire Beaulieu, Tufts University On Mother’s Day, Americans go all out with gift-buying and dining out to honor the women…
Stalemate in Kansas Legislature leaves Lenexa educational farm in regulatory limbo
Walnut Pond owners sought legislative protection, but Gov. Laura Kelly vetoed bill by Tim Carpenter, Kansas Reflector May 6, 2026…
MHS recognizes educational excellence during annual Academic Night
Moundridge High School celebrated students’ scholastic successes May 4 during the annual Academic Night. During the event, various academic honors…
Ice cream truck operates without permit
Despite cheerful music emanating from its speakers, the food truck roaming Moundridge streets the evening of May 3 was operating…