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- Ellsworth program for disabled gets boost from inmates — by cherylca — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Inmates from the Ellsworth Correctional Facility recently contributed to Mosaic, a program for the developmentally disabled, prompting one inmate to say, "This is the first time I've ever been able to give a helping hand." The article appears courtesy of the Ellsworth County Independent-Reporter.
- Topeka Parole Office helps animal rescue project — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Christmas can be a lonely time for anyone separated from loved ones, even if that someone is a Great Dane, Golden Retriever or Poodle. Life’s challenges for humans can leave pets in a desperate spot. But one local animal rescue service is teaming up with the Topeka Parole Office to make sure dogs in the area are taken care of this holiday season.
- Governor addresses graduates of JJA high school program — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Looking toward a brighter future for juvenile services in the state, Governor Sam Brownback celebrated the accomplishments of 15 students Friday who were graduating from Lawrence Gardner High School.
- Governor proposes merging KDOC and JJA — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Kansas Governor Sam Brownback announced today he will propose an executive reorganization order during the 2013 Kansas Legislative session to merge the Kansas Juvenile Justice Authority (JJA) with the Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC).
- Transportation available for visits to Kansas prisons from KC — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Family United Transportation Service, a Kansas-City based company, can help family and friends of inmates visit several Kansas prisons. The company offers periodic transportation in the hopes of helping families through the challenge of incarceration. Please click below to see more information for Family United Transportation.
- Governor meets with prisoners about Mentoring4Success program — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback met with prisoners and their mentors Thursday morning at the Lansing Correctional Facility to learn about their experience in the state’s Mentoring4Success program. The mentors/mentees are part of the non-profit Brothers in Blue Re-Entry program (BIB) at the state prison.
- Governor's Office Seeks Intern Candidates — by admin — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- The Governor’s Office Internship Program is seeking motivated students for a hands-on experience in the Kansas Department of Corrections, or in several other areas of state government. Your chance to learn the inner workings of state government and to contribute to growing and improving the State of Kansas begins here.
- East Hill Singers Seize the Day — by cherylca — last modified Jul 07, 2015 02:13 PM
- The East Hill Singers, a chorus comprised of inmates from Lansing Correctional Facility and volunteer singers from the Kansas City area, took to the road for their annual tour of performances in and around Kansas City. The group performs several times a year as an effort to incorporate the arts in the rehabilitation process. The Seize the Day collection of songs performed this year includes the crowd-favorite "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," which can be viewed here.
- Corrections Secretary Roberts commends retiring Lansing Correctional Facility Warden David McKune — by cherylca — last modified Mar 12, 2015 01:59 PM
- Warden McKune retires today after 37 years with the KDOC. He will continue his career in corrections as the Director for the Johnson County Juvenile Detention Center.
- Corrections Secretary Roberts Addresses the U.S. Department of Justice Report on Topeka Correctional Facility — by cherylca — last modified May 18, 2016 09:53 AM
- Secretary Roberts addressed federal findings during a press conference Friday at TCF.
