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The Rules About Leap Years
It’s widely accepted that a year is 365 days long. However, that statement is not entirely accurate. In fact, it takes Earth a little more than 365 days (365.24223 days to be precise) to orbit the sun. A calendar cannot accommodate that small distinction every year. In order to ensure that seasons do not start drifting from the difference between the Earth’s rotation and the time it takes to get around the sun, leap years were established to keep the calendar more consistent and working like clockwork. The first modern leap year took place in 1752.
KDOT Requesting Comments On STIP Amendment
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on an amendment to the FFY 2024-2027 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) document.
Governor Kelly Signed Proclamation For Severe Weather Preparedness Week
As winter slowly draws to an end and Kansans eagerly look toward warmer spring weather, they also know that warmer weather may bring on severe storms that include strong winds, tornadoes, heavy rains and flooding.
2024 Tanner McMullen Memorial Poker Run Saturday, April 6
The annual Poker Run benefitting the Tanner McMullen Scholarship is scheduled for Saturday, April 6.