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Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026

State/Regional

Economist, residents have questions about Olathe's financing plan for Chiefs HQ, training facility
02/03/26 KSHB-TV
Kansas State University economics professor Dan Kuester analyzed the city's financial plans and said he found several concerning elements.

Strong consumer demand is driving beef prices despite tighter cattle supplies
02/03/26 High Plains Journal
Consumer’s demand for beef — not just shrinking cattle numbers — is playing a central role in shaping prices and profitability across the U.S. beef supply chain, according to research from Kansas State University agricultural economists.

Local

K-State wildlife expert discusses efforts to reintroduce mussel populations
02/03/26 Manhattan Mercury
If so, consider yourself lucky, because a Kansas State University wildlife expert says that more than half of these species are endangered or threatened in some way.