Working on what she wanted to do with her life, Jessica Jones attended Pittsburg State University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism.    more

Gov. Laura Kelly this week proclaimed January as Radon Action Month in Kansas. Locally, too, health officials and others are sounding the alarm about the dangers of the colorless, odorless gas that is the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the U.S., second only to smoking.  more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — For its first meeting of 2023, the Sperry-Galligar Audubon Society will feature guest speaker Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks Threatened and Endangered Species … more

To celebrate the start of a new year, Pittsburg Area Young Professionals (PAYP) held its annual Kick-Off event on Thursday night at The Pitt to introduce board members as well as announce the return of an amazing adventure.  more

After overcoming the obstacle of people saying she was too young and didn’t know what she was doing, 23-year-old Perla Garcia successfully made her dream of bringing part of her culture to Pittsburg a reality with the opening her own business, Pueblo Mio.  more

The Pittsburg Police and Fire Departments are squaring up for a two-day chili cook-off and blood drive next week at the Frisco Event Center. more

Frontenac City Administrator John Zafuta gave the city’s financial report at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. According to Zafuta, the city’s finances are in good shape with $6.4 million surplus carried over from 2022. more

K-State Research and Extension’s Wildcat District has announced it will host its annual Agronomy Night on Feb. 7 in Independence. The event will run from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Independence Community College West Campus, 2615 W. Main St.  more

Lindsay Smith is committed to leading the charge in finding ways to contribute to the community and growth of Pittsburg, and her consistency in doing so has earned her recognition as a 2023 Woman of Distinction by the Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce.   more

In past meetings, the Frontenac City Council has discussed the idea of putting weight limits on the Joe Saia Overpass to reduce wear and tear on the structure. Councilmember LaDonna Pyle again broached the topic at Tuesday night’s meeting. more

Since January is Human Trafficking Awareness month, Pittsburg State University’s Students for Violence Prevention and the Southeast Kansas Women’s Intersectional Network (SEKWIN) are partnering to host a free event for the public featuring the documentary “Surviving Sex Trafficking” followed by a question-and-answer session in order to raise awareness about human trafficking.  more

An upcoming competition will give area children in grades one through six the chance to compete for prizes by putting their brick building skills to the test. more

In continuing its effort to provide nutrient-rich fresh food to the area, local shipping container farming company Leafy Green Farms received two additional hydroponic farms on Wednesday morning.   more

The Crawford County Republican Party is hosting a roundtable discussion and fundraising dinner this weekend, which will feature current, former, and aspiring lawmakers among those on its guest list.  more

At Tuesday’s meeting of the Crawford County Commission, Commissioner Carl Wood proposed a new housing development for the county’s disabled veterans. Having attended last week’s Green Zone event, a training seminar on how to help veterans transition back into civilian life, Wood spoke with one of the organizers about building such a development in Crawford County. more

Being a high school principal is one of the toughest jobs in education. A person must be flexible and steady — often finding themselves in vastly different situations from one minute to the next, they must be able to switch gears easily. Pittsburg High School Principal Kelynn Heardt has prepared her whole life for those challenges and meets them with a graceful determination.  more

Gov. Laura Kelly fought to “axe the tax” on food during her last campaign, wanting to eliminate the state’s 6.5 percent food sales tax entirely. Kelly and the Republican-controlled state legislature agreed on a gradual reduction to zero by 2025. more

After cancelling the event due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 and then having a postponed, adapted version of it 2022, the Mount Carmel Foundation will be having its 39th annual gala fundraiser back in its original form starting at 6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 28, in Pittsburg State University’s Crimson and Gold Ballroom.  more

For its 14th year running, Olive Street Presents is gearing up for another year of bringing independent folk artists to Pittsburg by welcoming Jaimee Harris to play at its first house concert of 2023 on Sunday, Jan. 29.   more