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More work coming on East First Street rail crossing

By Chad FreyNewton KansanLast week notice of a short closure of the K&O crossing on East First Street drew predictable reactions on Kansas social media channels.Drivers were nervous about the closure. They were also happy if it meant improvements to one of the city’s roughest rail crossings.But those improvements didn’t come, as the work was…

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Newton Kansan Athletes of the Week voting opens

The voting process of the Newton Kansan Athletes of the Week for Week 3 of the spring sports season has opened. The site is at https://contests.cherryroad.com/event/1a74b41cc2f645c4. (A link can also be found at www.thekansan.com). This…

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New Tools Help Ranchers Fight Bovine Respiratory Disease

By Jason VanceBovine respiratory disease (BRD) remains one of the toughest challenges for beef producers, but new research and technology are giving ranchers an edge. Dr. Dave Sjeklocha, a veterinarian with Merck Animal Health, shared…