Arts + Culture

Guardians of Biosecurity 

The National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility leads cutting-edge research to protect U.S. agriculture and public health  Article and Photography by Standing on a verdant 48-acre site near K-State’s campus, the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility’s serene setting belies its critical mission: to protect the United States against animal diseases that threaten our food supply and public health. Opened in 2023, NBAF is a cutting-edge research facility tasked with preventing outbreaks before they...

Professional Services

Building Excellence

From Humble Beginnings to Industry Leader: McCownGordon Construction celebrates 25 years of business in 2024 Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Sigle Photography & Provided In 1999, the average cost of a gallon of milk in the United States was around $2.84, while gasoline was priced at approximately $1.17 per gallon. That year, Tiger Woods claimed his first PGA Championship, and Napster revolutionized the music industry with its file-sharing service. The New York Yankees won the World...

Life + Culture

Life's Most Important Lessons

'Recall for me the most important lessons you have learned in life' from the late Roger Schultz Article by Tyler Jackson | Photography by Provided Before the late Roger Schultz, founder of Schultz Construction, passed away in 2009, he left a heartfelt, handwritten note to his family. This note outlined six of the most important lessons he learned in life. This personal message encapsulated the values that guided him—values like hard work, treating others with respect, and living with purpose...

Entertainment

Young Trustees of MHK Chili Cook-Off

Manhattan's annual Chili Cook-Off Brings Heat, Flavor, and Community Together! Article by Kenny Whitis | Photography by Provided On a cool, crisp November morning, the brisk morning air warms rather quickly with excitement and anticipation. Standing in the shadows of the new, 80,000 square foot Edge District building at 1860 Kimball Avenue, the asphalt parking lot is filled with the sounds of sizzling pots and bubbling chili. A deep, hearty fragrance spreads throughout the venue, making mouths...