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CDC 2025 Measles Update: Kansas' case count rises as of week ending June 7

By A. F. Massey | Jun 11, 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 31.

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Sen. Moran on VA home loan reform: 'Protect the home loan benefits veterans have earned and deserve'

By Sunflower State News | Jun 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran has said that he is evaluating proposed legislation and engaging with relevant parties to ensure that decisions regarding veterans' home loan benefits are appropriate and protective of their earned entitlements.

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1 H-1B petition filed by Real Estate and Rental and Leasing employers classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing industry in Kansas in 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 9, 2025

Employers classified under the Real Estate and Rental and Leasing 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.

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Kansas receives $78.9 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q4

By Sunflower State News | Jun 9, 2025

The VA issued 269 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Kansas during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Kansas Pet Animal Advisory Board schedules public meeting for June 11

By Natural State News | Jun 7, 2025

The Kansas Department of Agriculture's Pet Animal Advisory Board is scheduled to conduct its regular quarterly meeting on Wednesday, June 11.

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VA home loan amount averages $280,773 in Kansas for Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 5, 2025

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

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Small businesses face hiring challenges amid eased compensation pressures

By Sunflower State News | Jun 5, 2025

NFIB's May jobs report reveals that 34% of small business owners reported unfilled job openings, a figure unchanged from April and the lowest since January 2021.

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Kansas Lottery announces multiple big winners including record Lotto America jackpot

By Sunflower State News | Jun 4, 2025

It has been an eventful period for the Kansas Lottery, with several winners stepping forward to claim significant prizes.

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2025: Measles cases in Kansas up as of week ending May 31

By A. F. Massey | Jun 3, 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 24.

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Kansas sees 35 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Information industry during 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 2, 2025

Employers classified under the Information industry based in Kansas submitted 35 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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VA provides 1.4% fewer home purchase loans in Kansas in Q4 2024

By Sunflower State News | Jun 2, 2025

There were 873 VA home purchases in Kansas in the fourth quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $244.4 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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Which type of Kansas companies were inspected the most by FDA in May?

By Sunflower State News | Jun 2, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted two inspections at two Veterinary companies from Kansas in May.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.