Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Kansas Statehouse News
Founded in 1991, Hawver News has established itself as a trusted source for in-depth news and analysis of Kansas government and politics. Our founders, Vickie Griffith Hawver and Martin Hawver, combined decades of journalism experience from the Topeka Capital-Journal to create Hawvers Capitol Report in 1993, a respected non-partisan news service that became our flagship product. Over 30 years, we pioneered innovative reporting methods including real-time legislative updates and digital newsletters, serving policymakers, lobbyists, and engaged citizens.After selling our Capitol Report division in 2022, we are now developing Hawvers Still Booming, a new publication targeting Topeka-area Baby Boomers and mature audiences. Our work has been characterized by rigorous fact-checking, insider political analysis, and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of journalistic integrity.
Services
News Reporting
Political Analysis
Legislative Tracking
Campaign Finance Reporting
Policy Analysis
Digital Newsletters
Convention Coverage
Historical Archives
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized expertise in Kansas state government reporting
- Our team pioneered real-time legislative updates and digital news delivery
- We maintain strict non-partisan editorial standards in all reporting
- Our founders have received recognition from Leadership Greater Topeka and journalism organizations
- We combine traditional journalism ethics with modern digital publishing capabilities
What people say
Respected non-partisan reporting
Decades of legislative expertise
Timely updates
In-depth analysis
Trusted source
Services
News Reporting
Our news reporting service delivers comprehensive coverage of Kansas state government operations. We provide daily updates on legislative sessions, committee hearings, and policy developments. Our team of veteran journalists maintains strict non-partisan standards while delivering accurate, timely information to subscribers across the state.
Political Analysis
We offer expert political analysis of Kansas legislative dynamics and policy implications. Our services include insider perspectives on political trends, candidate evaluations, and legislative strategy assessments. Our analysts combine decades of experience with real-time data to provide actionable insights for policymakers and stakeholders.
Legislative Tracking
Our legislative tracking service provides continuous monitoring of Kansas state legislative activities. We track bill progress, committee actions, and voting patterns with real-time updates. This service includes historical context analysis and predictive modeling of potential legislative outcomes for informed decision-making.
Campaign Finance Reporting
We deliver comprehensive campaign finance reporting that tracks political contributions and expenditures across Kansas. Our service includes detailed breakdowns of donor networks, spending patterns, and compliance monitoring. This information is presented with contextual analysis to help subscribers understand the financial dynamics behind political campaigns.
Policy Analysis
Our policy analysis service examines the potential impacts of proposed legislation and regulatory changes. We combine legal expertise with economic modeling to assess policy effectiveness. This service includes comparative analysis of similar policies in other states and long-term implementation projections for comprehensive understanding.
People
Vickie Griffith Hawver
Co-Owner and Managing Partner
Vickie Hawver co-founded Hawver News in 1991 after 17 years at the Topeka Capital-Journal. She oversees editorial operations, publication design, and business development. A former health editor and Washburn University journalism instructor, she brings decades of media expertise to the company.
Martin Hawver
Co-Owner and Senior Reporter
Martin Hawver has covered Kansas politics for over 40 years, including 47 legislative sessions. As dean of the Statehouse press corps, he provided award-winning reporting for Hawvers Capitol Report. His political analysis and 'Rail' column became essential reading for policymakers and journalists.
Questions
What areas do you cover in your reporting?
We focus on Kansas state government and politics, with primary coverage of the Topeka Statehouse and legislative activities. Our new publication Hawvers Still Booming will serve Topeka-area Baby Boomers and mature audiences.
How can I access your news content?
Our digital newsletters and real-time updates are available through subscription. We also maintain archives of past publications and special reports for subscribers.
What makes your reporting different from other news sources?
We maintain strict non-partisan standards with decades of institutional knowledge. Our veteran journalists combine traditional reporting ethics with modern digital delivery methods for comprehensive coverage.
Do you offer specialized services for businesses or organizations?
Yes, we provide tailored news monitoring and analysis services for organizations needing detailed legislative tracking and policy impact assessments.
What happened to Hawvers Capitol Report?
We sold Hawvers Capitol Report to State Affairs Inc. in 2022. The service continues as State Affairs Kansas Pro while we focus on developing our new publication Hawvers Still Booming.
