Trick or Treat on Market Street scheduled for Oct. 30
Osage County Fire District No. 2 will host the annual Trick or Treat on Market Street, Friday, Oct. 30, 2026,…
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Local stakeholder asks citizens, leaders to consider benefits of solar development in Osage County
Dear Editor, I am writing to express my support for the proposed solar project in Osage County. A portion of…
Osage County: Ready for solar, without the cost of new infrastructure
Osage County is uniquely positioned to benefit from solar energy development thanks to one key advantage: the transmission infrastructure is…
Investing in Solar Energy, Investing in Our Children’s Future
Strong public schools are essential to strong communities. They educate the next generation, support local families, and help attract new…
Protecting natural resources while powering the future
Solar energy development isn’t a shortcut around environmental protection. It’s a planned process that includes environmental studies, regulatory oversight, stormwater…
K‑State agricultural economist: Diesel prices could remain high for years
Diesel prices are surging — and K-State agricultural economist Gregg Ibendahl says the squeeze could last much longer than farmers…
Solar Energy: A New Source of Revenue for Rural Communities
Rural communities have always played a vital role in keeping America strong. Solar development is creating new, long-term opportunities for…
Solar Energy 101
A solar array is a collection of solar panels wired together to capture sunlight to produce electricity. Solar energy works…
A Bright Opportunity for Rural Schools
Across the country, communities are experiencing the benefits of solar development projects. Solar projects provide positive economic impacts for many…
Investing in Osage County’s Future
Solar energy projects deliver meaningful benefits to local communities, and Osage County is well-positioned for solar development. Given its existing…
Chamber Chatter: Start planning for September garage sales
Chamber recognizes Reeves for Osage City’s August Yard of the Month The selection for the August Yard of the Month…
Extension districts and partners to host free ATV safety training at Ottawa
Frontier Extension District, Marais des Cygnes Extension District, Franklin County Farm Bureau, Franklin County EMS, and Franklin County Sheriff’s Office…
Baxter joins STEM teachers nationwide as Vernier Trendsetter
OSAGE CITY, Kan. – Osage City High School science teacher Brock Baxter has been selected as one of seven new…
Chamber Chatter: Knight’s yard honored as Osage City Yard of the Month
With all of the beautifully groomed yards and flower beds in Osage City, the Osage City Chamber of Commerce is…
Chamber Chatter: Osage City Chamber welcomes new executive director and officers
The Osage City Chamber of Commerce Board has undergone a few changes. At the April member meeting, Annie Gile was…
Frontier Extension hosts Women in Agriculture Conference
Women involved in any facet of agriculture are encouraged to attend a one-day “Women in Agriculture” conference from 9 a.m….
Osage City FFA has busy start to 2026
Members of Osage City’s agriscience class get ready to load up for the East Central District Milk Quality Career Development…
Frontier Extension school at Garnett to promote safe, effective prescribed burns
Speakers to share guidelines for planning and conducting burns, having the necessary tools GARNETT, Kan. – K-State Research and Extension…