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🎙️ Public Affairs: Representative Lisa Moser – 04/04/2026
Katy Jeter visited with Representative Lisa Moser to discuss her top priorities this legislative session, which include strengthening rural infrastructure and ensuring sustainable funding for local communities. Moser highlighted key legislation focused on property tax relief and increased support for education and transportation in rural areas. She also addressed ongoing concerns from constituents, including access to affordable healthcare and the need to maintain critical services in small towns. Moser emphasized efforts to expand rural healthcare access and invest in infrastructure projects that help keep communities strong and connected.
Station Owner Bruce Dierking Named 2026 Hod Humiston Sports Broadcasting Award Winner
Via Kansas Association of Broadcasters
The Kansas Association of Broadcasters (KAB) is proud to announce Bruce Dierking as the 2026 recipient of the Hod Humiston Award for Sports Broadcasting, recognizing excellence in sports broadcasting and a lasting commitment to community service.
Dierking has been a cornerstone of Kansas broadcasting for more than four decades. As the voice of the Marysville Bulldogs on KNDY AM & FM since 1980, his play-by-play coverage of football and boys and girls basketball has become a cherished tradition for generations of fans across north central Kansas. In addition to his on-air work, Dierking’s leadership of Dierking Communications has strengthened local radio across multiple Kansas communities, ensuring local voices and stories continue to be heard.
His impact extends far beyond the microphone. A past Chairman of the Kansas Association of Broadcasters, Dierking has played a key role in advancing the industry statewide. His leadership in the Marysville Chamber of Commerce, the Jaycees, and numerous community and preservation efforts—including the successful restoration of the historic Union Pacific Railroad Depot—reflects a deep commitment to civic engagement and community development.
Dierking is also widely recognized for his mentorship, having guided and inspired generations of broadcasters. His influence can be heard not only in his own work, but in the voices of those he has mentored throughout his career.
“Bruce invests in people, asking for nothing in return other than their best effort,” said Derek Nester, Studio Producer for the Kansas City Chiefs Radio Network/Audacy Kansas City. “I can think of no individual who more perfectly embodies the spirit of this honor—excellence in sports broadcasting paired with an unwavering commitment to community service.”
The Hod Humiston Award honors individuals who embody the spirit of its namesake—a pioneer in Kansas sports broadcasting who combined professional excellence with community leadership. Dierking’s career reflects those ideals and continues to strengthen the future of broadcasting in Kansas.
Dierking will be recognized at the KAB Student Broadcast & Sports Seminar on April 9 at Arrowhead Stadium.
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2153 – Grain Market Impacts and Prices…Planting Soybeans in the Field
- How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations
- Getting Soybeans Planted
- Another Weather Pattern for Kansas
00:01:05 – How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations: Daniel O’Brien, K-State grain economist, starts the show as he discusses what was in the recent prospective plantings and grain stocks reports and the impact they’ve had on the market.
00:12:05 – Getting Soybeans Planted: Keeping the show rolling are K-State Extension agronomists Tina Sullivan and Logan Simon as they chat about reminders for soybean planting and what is unique this year.
Spring Planting in Kansas: Soil Temperature and Moisture Status
Soybean Row Spacing and Seeding Rates: What Works Best in Kansas?
Soybean Planting Date and Maturity Group Selection for Kansas
00:23:05 – Another Weather Pattern for Kansas: K-State meteorologist Chip Redmond ends today’s show as recaps the recent precipitation and what weather pattern Kansans can be expecting.
Send comments, questions or requests for copies of past programs to ksrenews@ksu.edu.
Agriculture Today is a daily program featuring Kansas State University agricultural specialists and other experts examining ag issues facing Kansas and the nation. It is hosted by Shelby Varner and distributed to radio stations throughout Kansas and as a daily podcast.
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🎙️ TVL Sports Spotlight: April 3rd TVL Rundown
KBCA Teams announced, a baseball and softball review and much more
🎙️ Denise Jackson Glen Elder Community Club LBL
Denise Jackson with the Glen Elder Community Club talks with Lydia and Blake about the Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday April 4th 2026 at 10:30 am as well as their other events going on throughout the year
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