Special to the Leader & Times

Gov. Laura Kelly has announced $18.9 million for 53 airport development projects across Kansas. By leveraging local matches, the awards will contribute $95 million in total improvements to the state’s aviation network.

The funding supports the planning, construction, and rehabilitation of public-use general aviation airports, which are critical to the state’s economy and emergency services. Projects in Liberal, Dodge City, Hugoton, Satanta and Sublette were among the grantees.

“Investing in Kansas’ airport infrastructure is crucial to enhancing the connectivity that fuels our local economies,” Gov. Kelly said. “Through bipartisan collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration and community leaders, we are leveraging state dollars to make vital improvements that benefit the entire state.”

L&T staff report

The Kansas Board of Tax Appeals recently issued a stay order, clearing the way for Seward County Treasurer Mary Rose to reduce property tax to revenue neutral in the county and issue refunds and credits.

The order comes with an improved settlement that initiated property tax relief for county residents following a decision by the county to reverse significant property tax increases.

ROBERT PIERCE

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Saturday, cowboys and cowgirls will converge on the rodeo arena at the Seward County Fairgrounds for a one-of-a-kind event to help raise money for a local non-profit agency.

Crossroads Therapeutic Riding Center is hosting its annual Ranch Rodeo, the agency’s biggest fundraiser, and Associate Director Natalie Adame said she and the rest of the staff are excited for the upcoming event.

“We already have all of our teams filled up,” she said. “We’re slowly getting some more vendors. We’re open to having more people call in and sign up to be a vendor for the rodeo as well. If anybody has a small business or they want to sell something or do games or have advertisement for  what they do at the rodeo, they can do that as well. We have a vendor fee if you’re selling something. We have tables and chairs available for the vendors. It gives people a chance when they’ve been sitting a while watching the rodeo to get up and walk around, get some concessions, look at the different vendors, do some games for the kids.”

Artesian Valley Health System

MEADE — Artesian Valley Health System (AVHS) in Meade is thrilled to announce Jon Bigler, PA-C, a familiar and trusted provider, is rejoining the Meade Rural Health Clinic to serve the community once again.

Bigler is returning with a focus on improving the health of individuals and families to support a healthier, stronger community. His primary care services will help residents stay healthy and thrive, making a meaningful difference at every stage of life.

AVHS is proud to welcome Bigler back. It values his commitment to improving the community’s quality of life through caring and ongoing support.

Bigler is now seeing patients at the clinic. To schedule an appointment or for more information, call the clinic at 620-873-2112.