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Kansas ranks 36th in total VA home loans during Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 30, 2025

Kansas ranked 36th in the nation in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2024, with 1,309 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Kansas Legislature concludes session with focus on small business victories

By Sunflower State News | May 30, 2025

The Kansas Legislature concluded its regular session on April 11, 2025.

Kansas Animal Health Advisory Board to hold virtual meeting on June 4

By Sunflower State News | May 28, 2025

The Kansas Department of Agriculture's Animal Health Advisory Board is set to convene for a virtual meeting on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 7:30 a.m. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom and is open to the public.

Kansas ranked 51st in average VA home loan amount in Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 27, 2025

With $280,773 in home loans issued, Kansas ranked 51st in average loan amount for VA home loans in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

CDC Reports: Measles cases in Kansas this year escalate as of week ending May 24

By A. F. Massey | May 27, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Kansas for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 17.

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry file 534 H-1B petitions in Kansas throughout 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 26, 2025

In 2024, 534 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located in Kansas, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Number of VA loans issued in Kansas increased by 20.6% from Q4 2023 to Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 24, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 1,309 home loans in Kansas, totaling $367.5 million, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

NFIB introduces tools highlighting benefits of 20% Small Business Tax Deduction in Kansas

By Sunflower State News | May 22, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has introduced two digital tools aimed at aiding small business owners, policymakers, and the public in Kansas.

VA issues more Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas in Q4 vs. Q3 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 21, 2025

The VA issued 269 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, compared to 79 loans the previous quarter, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Kansas strengthens ties with Mexico to boost beef cattle genetics exports

By Sunflower State News | May 20, 2025

In early May, a group of U.S. livestock genetics and agriculture leaders from Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Idaho, and the Senepol Cattle Breeders Association visited Aguascalientes, Mexico.

Kansas' Battle with 2025 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending May 17

By A. F. Massey | May 20, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Kansas for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 10.

An employer classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry file 1 H-1B petition in Kansas throughout 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 19, 2025

Employers classified under the Management of Companies and Enterprises industry based in Kansas submitted one H-1B petition during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Average VA home loan amount in Kansas increases in Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | May 19, 2025

The average VA home loan amount in Kansas during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 was $280,773, a 0.2% increase over the previous quarter, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas average $293,240 for Q4

By Sunflower State News | May 16, 2025

The VA’s Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2024 averaged $293,240, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

CDC Reports: Measles cases in Kansas this year escalate as of week ending May 10

By A. F. Massey | May 13, 2025

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Kansas for 2025 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending May 3.

How many H-1B petitions were made by Kansas employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry during 2024?

By Sunflower State News | May 12, 2025

Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry based in Kansas submitted one H-1B petition during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

FDA conducted lowest number of inspections on Biologics companies in Kansas during Q1

By Sunflower State News | May 11, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from Kansas in the first quarter of 2025.

Kansas virtual legislative session recap set for May 20

By Sunflower State News | May 9, 2025

Join Kansas State Director Dan Murray for a detailed recap of the 2025 Kansas General Legislative Session.

Analysis: Kansas one of 27 states banning boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Sunflower State News | May 7, 2025

As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Sunflower State News shows that Kansas is one of 27 states that ban boys from playing in girls’ high school sports.

** FOIA Request Sent to Kansas Board of Regents Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025