NEWS
SPECIAL: FBI executes search warrant in La Cygne; no threat to public
UPDATE: FBI executes search warrant in La Cygne; no threat to public LA CYGNE, Kan. — The FBI executed a search warrant in La Cygne on Wednesday. La Cygne Police Chief John Marino said no one was injured and there is no threat to... [More]
Wade wins championship at State
LINN COUNTY NEWS holtadam82@yahoo.com The Prairie View golf team traveled to Wichita on Oct. 19-20 to play in the 3-1A girls’ golf championship at Tallgrass Golf Club. The Buffalos took two golfers to the State tournament in Harley Wade and Grace Ray. Ray... [More]
Pleasanton explores forensic audit idea
Appoints city clerk, deputy clerk Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com The Tuesday, Oct. 13, Pleasanton City Council meeting was productive for city business as the council appointed a city clerk and deputy city clerk unanimously. Following several... [More]
More News
- P&Z elects new officers
- Pleasanton’s Cedar & Ash Street paving tied down
- La Cygne swears in new police chief
- Linn Valley economic development a key to future success
- USD 344 gains students, places Meik on administrative leave
- Commissioners discuss Heritage Trust grant, boiler system
- SPECIAL: Murder and Mayhem at the Fort
- Voter deadlines approach
COMMUNITY
Case Higgins welcome home rally Oct. 22
Linn County News Jackielcn1@gmail.com Following an accident that occurred July 24 on an Oklahoma race track, Case Higgins is headed home and supporters are organizing “the best welcome home rally a kid could ask for.” Higgins was badly burned when his... [More]
Murder and Mayhem at the Fort
Special Halloween Candle Lantern Tours FORT SCOTT, KAN. – Fort Scott National Historic Site will offer four special candle lantern tours on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, as part of its Murder and Mayhem at the Fort program. Tour leaders will share lesser-known stories of tragedy... [More]
General Pleasonton Days set for this weekend
Linn County News linncountynewsreporter@gmail.com This coming weekend will bring the annual General Pleasonton Days celebration in Pleasanton. The events kick off on Saturday morning with the annual parade at 10 a.m. with line up for the entrants starting at 9... [More]
More Community
- Pioneer Harvest Fiesta set for this weekend
- Dog reunited with long-lost family
- Local kids have good showing at State Fair
- John and Helen Barnes Community Fund grant awards announced
- Sources of Strength brings hope, help and strength to JLHS students this year
- America 250: The American Revolution The Founding Fathers
- Janet Reynolds: Library, History, and Public Service
- Mayor Potter opens up about his plans for Linn Valley
The next generation of beef leaders is already putting in the hard work—on ranches, in classrooms and in research labs. The Colvin Scholarship Fund recognizes and supports their dedication, awarding 27 students across the country a combined $100,000 this year to continue their pursuit of innovation, growth and leadership in the beef industry.
Each recipient is actively pursuing a career in production agriculture, industry research or other agricultural endeavors. With their aspirations for success in the beef business, they are continuing the legacy of Certified Angus Beef’s (CAB) co-founder and long-time executive director, Louis “Mick” Colvin.
Since 2002, 203 students have been recognized and awarded $733,500 in scholarships. These future leaders demonstrate the dedication, skill and vision that make them ambassadors for the brand.
“Seeing these students pursue their passions in agriculture is truly inspiring,” says Danielle Matter, CAB director of content strategy. “Each scholarship recipient is not only talented and driven but also represents the innovation, leadership and dedication that will shape the future of the beef industry. We’re proud to support their journey and excited to see the impact they’ll make for years to come.”
The top recipients in each category were awarded $7,500 with additional scholarships recognizing educational merit and community involvement for production agriculture, undergraduate and graduate students. The 2025 recipients include:
Production Agriculture Awards:
• $7,500 – Olivia Hadrick, South Dakota State University
• $6,000 – Lance Jones, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
• $5,000 – Creed Caldwell, Kansas State University
• $4,000 – Blake Long, Oklahoma State University
• $3,000 – Alan George, West Texas A&M University
• $2,000 – Tegan Macy, University of Idaho
• $2,000 – Adam Miller, Oklahoma State University
AGNEWS
Kansas Soybean opens applications for Immersive Leadership Training
The Kansas Soybean Association and Commission have opened applications for the Emerging Leaders Academy (ELA). The three-phase program immerses ag professionals in the soybean industry, taking a close look at how organizations across the value chain interact and impact farmers.... [More]
Applications are now open for small farm and food business funding
APPLETON CITY, MO — Food and farm businesses across eligible rural counties in Kansas and western Missouri will soon have access to new funding designed to help local food products move from farm to market. Harvest to Market grants range from $5,000 to $25,000 for... [More]
Agricultural dust poses hidden health risks for farmers
MANHATTAN — Dust is an unavoidable part of farming, but a Kansas State University expert says what’s floating in the air around grain bins, hay barns and livestock facilities can pose serious risks to farmers’ health. Mitch Ricketts, professor of agricultural... [More]
More Agnews
- United States hog inventory down slightly
- Corn planted acreage down 3%, soybean acreage up 5% from last year
- President Trump Takes Action to Lower Fertilizer Costs and Support American Farmers
- USDA opens state-of-the-art livestock insects research laboratory to combat livestock pests
- Grow, prepare and enjoy hot peppers
- Most of the U.S. rented farmland is owned by non-farmers
- K-State Cattlemen’s Day: Preparing for a generational transfer
- Kansas Soybean Commission confirms next year’s checkoff funding decisions
