Northwest Kansas will play host to the 2013 Leadership Kansas class on July 24-26.

During this session, 40 members of Leadership Kansas will participate in discussions related to current water issues, the economics of Kansas agriculture, the sustainability of rural Kansas communities, the challenges of providing healthcare in rural America, and the role of Community and Technical Colleges in the higher education paradigm.

Throughout the course of the six-month regional meetings, the class will continue to engage in discussions with top experts on the key issues facing Kansas. The Colby/Goodland area is the third of six communities to host the 2013 Leadership Kansas class. Other locations include: Wichita, the KC Metro area, Pittsburg, Topeka, and Garden City.

Leadership Kansas is one of the oldest and most prestigious statewide leadership programs in the country. Established by the Kansas Chamber in 1979, the program is celebrating its 35th year of educating and motivating Kansas leaders from all four corners of the state. The Leadership Kansas program remains committed to its original mission to inspire persons to maintain involvement in the social, business and political fabric of our Kansas communities.