I’ve had three conversations in the past week with three different Kansans, all about the same question. How, they wondered, can we keep the flickering flame of hope alive in a state that seems determined…

HUMBOLDT — During the month of April, you’ll see blue pinwheels sprout across the region. It’s Child Abuse Prevention Month, and area organizations will “plant” the pinwheels as a reminder to protect children.  On Friday,…

Colorful pinwheels decorated the hallways of 18 area elementary schools during the month of April to recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month. Elementary students across southeast Kansas participated in the coloring contest. Judges selected three winners…