The Flint Hills Discovery Center in Manhattan operates as a partnership between the public and private sectors. The City of Manhattan owns and manages the facility, while the Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation supports it through fundraising and community engagement.

Today Mike is joined by Lesley White, Flint Hills Discovery Center Foundation director, and Mary Ice, a member of its governing board.

News Radio KMAN went on the air 75 years ago today.

Today, Mike is joined by long-time KMAN general manager Rich Wartell and by Ned Seaton, publisher of the Manhattan Mercury. Exploring the history of the station and its community impact, the trio also look ahead to the next 75 years serving the area.

On today's show Mike is joined by Terry Force, commissioner on Pottawatomie County's newly expanded five-member county commission. Long-time land surveyor and former mayor of Wheaton, Force shares his experience and expertise on the future of the area.

Scott Schwab, Kansas Secretary of State, is running for Kansas governor. The GOP candidate joins Mike today to provide a glimpse into his campaign, sharing his views on abortion, election security, and international relations.

On Friday's edition of Within Reason with Mike Matson, Mike spoke with Leah McKeeman - a candidate for the USD 383 School Board.

The Konza Prairie Biological Station is a one-of-a-kind environment for ecological research, education and conservation. Konza Prairie environmental educator Jill Haukos joins Mike on today's show to discuss ways to support and continue those efforts.

The Stormont Vail Foundation provides funds for emergency patient needs, nursing scholarships, facility upgrades and more through donor generosity. On today's show, president Amy Burns joins Mike to discuss the impact of healthcare philanthropy.

Lori Feldkamp is retiring this week as president and CEO of Big Lakes Developmental Center in Manhattan. On today's show, she debriefs a career's worth of experience providing support and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

After a career of working in the school district as a teacher and principal, Greg Hoyt has some stories about the last day of school. As the school year wraps up today for Manhattan students, Greg shares his experience with Mike.

In a climate where remote work, online education and telehealth services are becoming the norm, access to reliable fiber broadband internet is essential. WTC Fiber is leading the way. CEO and president Jeff Wick joins Mike on today's show to discuss the company's philanthropy and community impact.