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News Across Kansas
NW Kansas Counties Lead State In Economic Pull Factor
According to the Kansas Department of Revenue, Northwest Kansas communities are once again economic leaders regarding pull factor, which measures market strength. Ellis County has the highest trade pull factor, followed by Thomas and Ness counties. Pull factors are a measure of the economic strength of a county based on sales tax collections and population. Pull factors of less than 1 suggest local residents are going out of county to make purchases, while higher pull factors show that the county is drawing people in. Ellis County's pull factor is 1.64, the highest in the state. Thomas County has a pull factor of 1.58, while Ness is third with 1.55.
Geotechnical Study Going On In Russell County
The Kansas Department of Transportation is performing field tests along a section of US 281 in Russell County. The two-week geotechnical study is being performed ahead of the design of an improvement that is a part of the state’s T-Works transportation program. The study will take place along the corridor beginning at the north city limits of Russell, continuing north to Highway K-18.
Controversy Over Kansas Religious Freedom Bill Continues
Gay rights advocates say President Barack Obama’s ill-fated mandate on insurance coverage of contraceptives is an attempt to nullify local ordinances and university policies barring discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity. Supporters said Obama’s attempt to require that even religious organizations offer their employees coverage for birth control shows the bill is needed. But opponents said the measure will create lawsuits against policies protecting gays and lesbians from discrimination.
John Floros Named New Dean of K-State College of Agriculture
A food scientist and professor from Penn State University has been named dean of Kansas State University’s College of Agriculture and director of K-State Research and Extension. The appointment of John Floros was announced Tuesday and takes effect Aug. 1. Besides heading the food science department at Penn State, Floros has also taught at Purdue and worked for more than 25 years as an international industry consultant. Floros holds degrees in food science and technology from the Agricultural University of Athens, Greece, and a doctorate in food science and technology from the University of Georgia.
