Grateful for all Veterans, past, present, and future and those who served our country!

Kansas is one of only 10 states that has not expanded Medicaid. Every state that surrounds us has already taken this crucial step. We need to follow suit to support our health care workers and rural hospitals and continue growing our economy.

"Researchers discover revolutionary method to rid farm soils of microplastics — here's how it could transform food supply" <thecooldown.com/green-tech/bio…>

"Walk the Talk!" Walk with Ruby! rubybridges.foundation/walk-to-school…

"Unity in the Community" You are invited to Lead Wichita! leadwichita.org/for-the-love-o…

“Most plants rely on animals, wind, or water for pollination. 🐝🦎 Bees and many other animals play a crucial role.” Learn more about pollinators, their importance, and their decline: lnkd.in/esdtuEC4 via European Parliament

Climate change, nature, and people are intrinsically connected 🔄 Taking action on climate change means adopting and implementing ambitious programs that prioritize these links. Learn more about the connections between these 3️⃣ elements through this WWF graphic. via Global Environment Facility (GEF)

Hop on the Free Book Bus! at the Northwest YMCA Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm wichitalibrary.org/Services/Pages…

Can you spot the women at #COP29? ➔ Only 6 out of 78 government leaders mentioned the impact of climate change on women. ➔ 4 of the 6 were women. We need women's equal representation at the decision-making table for #ClimateAction. 📷 UN Climate Change/Kiara Worth

Please share with your community this free, fun opportunity to Hop on the Book Bus! Thursday, November 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm Dillons parking lot Harry & Webb Street Details are available @ wichitalibrary.org/Services/Pages…

"Every Drop Counts!" The Governor’s Conference on the Future of Water in Kansas is held in Manhattan, Kansas "The Kansas Water Office holds the conference. Professionals and researchers were invited to give presentations." kwo.ks.gov/news-events/go…

Happening in 1 hour: Join UNEP’s Inger Andersen, IFC's Makhtar Diop, and UN Capital Development Fund's Pradeep Kurukulasuriya for a #COP29 talk on financing the plastics transition, moderated by Jyoti Mathur-Filipp. Tune in here: ifc.org/en/events/2024…

Celebrate America Recycles Day and raise awareness about Refusing, Reducing, Repurposing, Reusing, and Recycling! epa.gov/circulareconom…

If you want to know where we're at - the President of #COP29 used his speech to talk about proud history of oil drilling in Azerbaijan & refers to oil & gas as a “gift of the gods” at the opening of the CLIMATE SUMMIT!! Time to end fossil fuels. #ActOnClimate #climate #energy

I'm celebrating Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day by welcoming Ruby Bridges to Kansas! Today, we reflect on Ruby's courage and reaffirm our commitment to strive for equal educational opportunity. Her legacy is a reminder that we're stronger when we walk forward together.

🌍 With the 2030 Agenda past its midpoint, we've realized that much work remains to achieve the #GlobalGoals. 📊 However, we're not alone: insights from weather, climate, and water-related sciences provide a foundation for #ClimateAction. 🔗 wmo.int/publication-se… via World Meteorological Organization

Join COMICON Bonding thru Board Games Children under twelve are free 10:00-6:00 Saturday, November 16, at the Farha Sport Center. What wonderful family fun! More details are available at sedgwick.k-state.edu

Grateful for educators who engage all ages, interests, abilities, and cultures during American Education Week and throughout the year. "Together for Safe, Just & Equitable Schools" nea.org/professional-e…

"The practice of building readers is the practice of building a better world." ~Lisa Lucas, executive director of the National Book Foundation  goo.gl/Mtqh28

Scientists push boundaries with high-tech device that turns heat source into readily available energy — here's how it works <thecooldown.com/green-tech/the…>