KANSAS FOCUS: Blogs, Biodiesel, NAACP, Food Co-ops, Groups and Events

COMMUNITY RADIO KANSAS:
Kansas Public Radio strives to provide the highest quality arts and information programming that inspires, enlightens and entertains an increasing number of listeners.

Lawrence, KS Public Radio: 91.5 FM
Manhattan, KS Public Radio: 99.5 FM
Emporia, KS Public Radio: 89.7 FM
Junction City, Ks Public Radio: 91.3 FM

Check out their program schedule here.


KANSAS BLOGS:

LeftyBlogs Kansas is the place to find out what's happening in the progressive blogosphere across Kansas.

Evolving in Kansas: Thoughts on science, evolution, education, religion, politics and more.

RealKansas: Sharing reality based thoughts about Kansas and life in general, plus other stuff.

Kansas Families for Education: Demanding Excellent Public Schools for All

Kansas Prairie Net: Back road adventures, community commentary and essays. No deep philosophy, a little pandering to partisan views and plain talk. Blogging since June 2002 and old as dirt.


PROGRESSIVE ORGANIZATIONS IN KANSAS:

Kansas Equality Coalition:
The Kansas Equality Coalition is a unified statewide group of fair-minded people who are determined to end discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. We seek to ensure the dignity, safety and legal equality of all Kansans.

Kansas Equality Coalition: Volunteer Here!

Find local Equality events here.


For those who like combining social and political activities, there is Drinking Liberally:
Drinking Liberally Lawrence, KS:
# Every Tuesday of each month, 8:00 pm
# Free State Brewing Company, 630 Massachusetts (Ask for our table at the front desk)


Kansas Democratic Party:

Electing Democrats at all levels of government. Here is what the Kansas Democratic Party stands for:

Kansas Democrats are committed to putting the people of Kansas first by promoting values and policies that advance the common good and expand opportunities for every resident of our state. Our core values call on us to make our state the best in the nation in which to live, work and raise a family, not just for ourselves, but for all Kansans.

Kansas Democrats strongly believe in and seek to protect the freedom of the individual, while at the same time believing we truly are all in this together, and, as such, we all have a duty to be active contributors to the life of our communities. As individuals, we fulfill that duty in different ways, be that through involvement in charities, religious institutions, schools, community organizations, or the political process.

Kansas Democrats believe that, as the expression of the democratic will of the people of Kansas, our government should serve all people and encourage their active participation in the political process regardless of their race, color, age, physical abilities, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Kansas Democrats also believe that government is at its best when it operates in the spirit of cooperation and compromise, rather than partisanship and enmity. We believe what brings us together is far stronger than what might push us apart, and therefore the opportunity to come together to advance the common good is always present.

The Kansas Democratic Party asks the people of Kansas to examine our tradition of leadership, of upholding core Kansas values, and of promoting expanded opportunities for every Kansan, and to then join is in moving our state forward to an even brighter tomorrow.

Find local Democratic events by clicking here.

Local county organizations are the grassroots foundation of the Kansas Democratic Party. Find and join a Democratic organization in your community today. Click HERE to find information about your County Party.

Sign up to Volunteer


ACLU of Kansas and Western Missouri: The mission of the ACLU of Kansas and Western Missouri is to protect and defend the Constitutional rights and civil liberties of every individual in Kansas and Western Missouri regardless of creed, race, religion or other labeling through education, advocacy, and litigation. Learn more.

# Join or start a local ACLU Community Taskforce.

# Join one of our many active committees or issue taskforces.

Contact the ACLU of Kansas and Western Missouri by calling: 816-756-3113.


Sierra Club, Kansas Chapter:
We are about protecting and enjoying our Kansas environment. We educate. We hike. We organize. We canoe. We litigate. We meet. We lobby.

In Kansas, we have a brand new opportunity... Wind Energy

To search for Kansas Sierra Club outings, hikes, general meetings or committee meetings, CLICK HERE

For Kansas Legislative News Updates, CLICK HERE


KANSAS NAACP Branches: Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest civil rights organization. From the ballot box to the classroom, the thousands of dedicated workers, organizers, leaders and members who make up the NAACP continue to fight for social justice for all Americans.

Wichita, KS NAACP

NAACP Lawrence-Douglas County NAACP: Meetings for the NAACP Lawrence-Douglas County branch are held the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Gallery Room of the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont. The executive board will meet at 5:30 p.m. prior to the branch meeting.

Topeka, Kansas NAACP: The Topeka Unit NAACP, has played an important role in the history of our City, State, and Nation. The greatest victory for the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People took place in part right here in Topeka, Kansas, the Brown v. Board of Education.

Meetings are the 4th Saturday of each month at 1:00 pm, Brown v. Board National Historic Site, 1515 SE Monroe. Find these and other Topeka events here.


BIODIESEL STATIONS IN KANSAS:
Biodiesel is clean, AMERICAN fuel that could be fueling many of our trains, trucks and diesel cars, as well as being used for heating fuel. All that while supporting American farmers, not Saudi oil shieks. Any diesel engine can use up to B20 fuel (20% biodiesel) and newer diesel engines can use up to B100 (100% biodiesel). Here are some fuel stations in Kansas:

Robson Oil: 101 S Cedar St. Abilene KS 67410, 785-263-2470, Offers B10 and B20 (good in any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Sublette Coop: 500 W La Lande Ave Sublette KS 67877, 620-675-2252, Offers B10 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Bird Oil Company, Inc: 3824 Railroad Ave Great Bend KS 67530, 620-793-5932, Offers B10 (good for any diesel engine),CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Bird Express #203: 1000 Main Street Great Bend KS 67530, 620-792-7579, Offers B10 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

J.J. Oil: 1190 S Range Ave Colby KS 67701, 785-460-7362, Offers B5 (good for any diesel engine). CREDIT CARDS OK; 7AM-8PM MON-SAT

Frontier Equity Exchange: 428 Kansas Ave. Brewster KS 67732, 785-694-2281, Offers B5 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS; 24X7

Wallace County Coop: 525 S Main St. Sharon Springs KS 67758, 785-852-4279, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Frontier Equity: Hwy 36 W Bird City KS 67731, 785-734-2331, Offers B5 (good for any diesel engine), CARDTROL AND CREDIT 7AM-5PM

Robinson Oil: 710 N. VFW Rd Garden City KS 67846, 620-275-4237, Offers B5 (good for any diesel engine), SEASONAL

Arc Valley Oil, LLC: 204 Avenue A W Syracuse KS 67878, 620-384-5313, Offers B10 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Cenex: 201 E 8th St Hays KS 67601, 785-628-3061, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARD OK 7:30AM-5PM

Midland Marketing: 105 N Washington St Plainville KS 67663, 785-434-4842, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS OK 24 HOURS

Golden Valley Inc: 302 Locust St Burdett KS 67523, 620-525-6226 Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CASH ONLY; 8AM-5PM M-F

ADM Collingwood: 28605 12 Rd Montezuma KS 67867, 620-846-2218, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CASH ONLY 7:30AM-5:00PM M-F

Golden Valley Inc: 104 S Main St Rozel KS 67574, 620-527-4216, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CASH ONLY; 8AM-5PM M-F

Midtown, Inc.: 919 Morgan Ave Downs KS 67437, 785-454-6219, Offers B20 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARD; 24 HOURS

Midtown, Inc.: 268 W US Highway 24 Downs KS 67437, 785-454-3562, Offers B20 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARD AT PUMP; 24 HOURS

R3 Energy LLC: 1722 210 Rd. Cottonwood Falls KS 66845, 620-273-1107, Offers B99 (good in newer biodiesel engines), CASH/CHECK

Coop Grain/Supply: 303 South 3rd St. Marion KS 66861, 620-382-3981, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CASH ONLY OR CREDIT 8AM-5PM M-F

Agri-Producers, Inc: 290th St and Main St Lincolnville KS 66858, 620-732-3315, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Coop Grain and Supply: 121 Santa Fe St Hillsboro KS 67063, 620-947-3799, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS OK

Coop Grain and Supply: 512 E. D Street Hillsboro KS 67063, 620-947-3917, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

LeRoy Coop Association: 505 6th St Le Roy KS 66857, 620-964-2288, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), 24 HOURS CREDIT CARD OK

Woodson County Coop: 700 W Rutledge St Yates Center KS 66783, 620-625-2123, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS OK; 8AM-5PM; SAT 8AM-12PM

Coop Grain: 113 W Main St Lehigh KS 67073, 620-947-3917, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CASH CREDIT 8-5 M-F

Agri Producer, Inc.: 525 Santa Fe Durham KS 67438, 620-732-3315, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Cenex: 301 W Walnut St Herrington KS 67449, 785-258-3202, Offers B2 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS 24 HRS

Healy Biodiesel: 205 W 1st St Sedgwick KS 67135, 316-992-3169, Offers B99 (good in newer biodiesel engines), CASH 7-5 M-F 8-1 SAT; CALL AHEAD

Jones Service: 213 N Main St Melvern KS 66510, 785-549-3413, Offers B5 (good for any diesel engine), CREDIT CARDS OK; M-F 5AM-7PM; SAT 5AM-5PM


FOOD COOPS IN KANSAS: My wife and I joined our local food co-op a few years ago and have been happy with both the prices and quality. I highly recommend.

SE KS Buying Club:
11th & Walnut
Independence, Kansas 67301-
Phone: 620-205-7095
http://seksbuyingclub.wordpress.com/

The purpose of the SEKS Buying Club is to provide members with high quality natural foods, at a reasonable cost while creating a supportive network.

Our club consists of a great variety of different folks: those interested in bulk buying; vegetarians/vegans; special dietary needs such as wheat free or dairy free; and overall, people who want a better quality of healthy foods to choose from.

Amazing Grains
901 Mississippi
Lawrence, Kansas 66044-
Phone: (785) 841-5510

Community Mercantile
901 Iowa Street
Lawrence, Kansas 66044-
Phone: (785) 843-8544
FAX: (785) 843-7572
themerc@themerc.coop
http://www.themerc.coop/

Our Mission is to promote community ownership of this grocery store that encourages personal, community and environmental health.

Prairieland Market
138 S. 4th
Salinas, Kansas 67401-
Phone: (785) 827-5877
pwinks@swbell.net
http://www.wannabhealthy.com/PFC (website not working?)

Topeka Natural Food Coop
503 SW Washburn Ave
Topeka, Kansas 66606-
Phone: (785) 235-2309
FAX: (785) 234-2309
http://www.geocities.com/topekafoodcoop (website not working?)