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- Pygmy Goats at EDCF 07 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Jul 25, 2025 07:11 AM
- Pygmy goats are all the rage at El Dorado Correctional Facility. Last month, facility administrators welcomed four pygmy goats to EDCF to be raised by eight resident handlers. The benefits of this program include therapeutic effects of interacting with animals which reduce stress on residents and promote positive behavioral changes. The residents can also learn valuable skills related to animal husbandry, including feeding, grooming, breeding, and basic veterinary care for pygmy goats. We’re very excited to see this program ‘baaaaaa’-lloon in size. 😊
- KJCC Graduation 06 27 25 — by David Thompson — last modified Jul 02, 2025 08:41 AM
- KJCC Deputy Superintendent Kathy Espana discusses the joys of graduation ceremonies at "KJ" for residents, families, staff, and even former staff members.
- Lullaby Project at TCF 06 09 25 — by David Thompson — last modified Jun 25, 2025 07:21 AM
- KDOC is grateful for our partnership with the Kansas Children's Discovery Center in Topeka. They are piloting a new program at the Topeka Correctional Facility called the Lullaby project, helping incarcerated moms stay connected with their babies.
- Food Hubs of KDOC 06 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified Jun 18, 2025 07:24 AM
- A recent feasibility study showed that Norton Correctional Facility (NCF) is the largest producer of fresh produce in that region, so, health officials came up with a plan to utilize NCF’s assets. With the guidance of business consultants specializing in food system planning and sustainable food business development, NCF wrote for and was awarded a federal food grant, and today, they are spearheading a charge to upgrade and convert our gardens into local food hubs that would not only provide fresh produce for residents and staff at each facility, but also enough to share with surrounding communities, especially hospitals, nursing homes, and schools. NCF is piloting this project using the food grant to help build a processing plant adjacent to its garden. The plan is to have the plant under the workings of the Kansas Corrections Industries and Rich O’Donnell, who also happens to have experience at the federal prison in Leavenworth converting gardens into food hubs. So, how the NCF project goes, so goes other facility gardens.
- Tasha Layton at Topeka Correctional Facility — by David Thompson — last modified May 21, 2025 10:23 AM
- Singer Tasha Layton, a rising star in Christian music, brought a message of hope and strength to the residents of Topeka Correctional Facility. This midday concert was sponsored by radio station Life 88.5 in Kansas City, and hosted by LEAD, or Ladies Empowered and Driven, the female arm of Brothers In Blue Reentry program.
- LCF Donnelly Graduation 05 13 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified May 15, 2025 07:43 AM
- Four residents at Lansing Correctional Facility received diplomas as they earned Associate of Applied Science in Business degrees from Donnelly College.
- Corrections and Employees Week 2025 — by David Thompson — last modified May 05, 2025 10:57 AM
- Video profile of KDOC Corrections Officers and Employees who exemplify the dedication, commitment, and sacrifice of staff members across the great state of Kansas.
- Second Chance Month Megan Milner Promo — by David Thompson — last modified Apr 22, 2025 09:52 AM
- During April Second Chance Month in Kansas, it's positive to focus on the potential for transformation and the value of second chances for individuals returning to society after incarceration. We're grateful for the work and leadership of Secretary Jeff Zmuda and Deputy Secretary of Adult and Juvenile Community Based Services, Megan Milner, as they spearhead the efforts of countless staff members who make a difference in creating second chances on a daily basis.
- IN2WORK Giftbags for RMH 04 03 25 — by David Thompson — last modified Apr 03, 2025 12:28 PM
- Aramark Correctional Services is marking the 20th anniversary of its IN2WORK (I2W) program, which provides education and industry certifications to incarcerated individuals. To help celebrate, the IN2WORK residents and Aramark staff at Lansing Correctional Facility created 250 self-stable, breakfast snack packs and donated them to the Ronald McDonald House near Childrens Mercy Hospital in Overland Park.
- KCDC Unveils Play Free Visitation Area at ECF — by David Thompson — last modified Mar 31, 2025 03:02 PM
- A new child-friendly visitation space at Ellsworth Correctional Facility aims to make family connections easier, thanks to a partnership between KDOC and the Kansas Children’s Discovery Center. The redesigned space prioritizes the emotional and developmental needs of children visiting incarcerated parents, emphasizing a family-centered approach in the correctional system.
