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Youth Nab Titles at Bob Hines Swine Classic
More than 100 Kansas youth from 32 counties exhibited 250 pigs in the 2024 Dr. Bob Hines Swine Classic this month in Manhattan. Youth had the opportunity to compete in a skillathon contest, photography contest and showmanship, in addition to prospect and market hog classes. Scott Dean, Lisco, Nebraska, judged showmanship as well as the prospect and market shows.
State health experts discuss need to protect growing number of older Kansans from abuse
Kansas health care experts want to develop more partnerships and policies to protect older residents from abuse. Public health officials with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services and the Kansas Department for Children and Families recently discussed approaching an aging population and their abuse as public […] The post State health experts discuss need to protect growing number of older Kansans from abuse appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
URSS NEWS: Rick Salem to Serve as Grand Marshall for 7th Annual Belleville 305 Nationals presented by NextEra Energy
Belleville, Kansas 7/22/2024 (www.urssracing.com) - Earlier this season the Belleville High Banks Hall of Fame announced its 2024 class of inductees. One name that was no surprise to make the list was none other than URSS series founder, Rick Salem. Now as Salem prepares for an eventful weekend, the festivities...
Amelia Earhart event in Atchison brings conflicting theories and hope for finding the lost plane
ATCHISON — A grainy sonar image shows what some hope is Amelia Earhart’s lost plane. But it doesn’t show the decades of research, scientific debate and collaboration that has been dedicated to this search through the Pacific Ocean. Rod Blocksome, a radio communications expert who has been on several expeditions to search for the plane, […] The post Amelia Earhart event in Atchison brings conflicting theories and hope for finding the lost plane appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Victim recovering in hospital, 1 in custody as search for second shooting suspect continues
LAWRENCE, Kan. (KCTV) - Police said one person suffered gunshot injuries on Monday night in a shooting near Burcham Park. The Lawrence Police Department stated that just after 11 p.m., a man walked out of the woods near the park, and he was covered in blood. When officers arrived at...
Prairie Paws CEO says residents can expect new look and hours once Emporia Animal Shelter operations contract goes into effect next month
Several changes are on the way for the Emporia Animal Shelter with the new operations contract set to go into effect in just a little less than two weeks. The contract will begin August 4 and will see Prairie Paws at the helm of the shelter as announced earlier this year following action by Emporia City Commissioners. During KVOE’s Morning Show Monday, Prairie Paws Director Vanessa Cowie spoke to the various changes coming to the center from both a visual and operational perspective.
Classified staff in Lawrence school district could see 99-cent raises
The Lawrence school district has offered classified staff members 99-cent raises to their hourly wages as part of a tentative contract agreement. PAL-CWA has been advocating for a living wage for the custodians, paraeducators, food workers and other staff in the district it represents. Ross Allison-Natale, president of Communications Workers of America Local 6400, previously said the union has primarily focused on achieving a living wage for the 2024-25 year.
These 6 KC Current players love good coffee. So they launched their own coffee truck
“It is such a unique thing for professional athletes to be out and about with the community,” forward Kristen Hamilton said. “The city’s supported us so much, and so that was really important to us.”
Meddys Mediterranean restaurant coming to downtown Salina
A new restaurant is coming to downtown Salina. According to Salina Downtown Inc. Executive Director Leslie Bishop, Meddys will open a Salina location at 305 S Santa Fe, where Safelite auto glass repair once operated. According to Meddys website, they specialize in a Mediterranean menu, with everything prepared fresh daily...
Wichita's Po Boy Pizza to close as owner retires
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - The owner of a southeast Wichita pizza restaurant is calling it a day. After over three decades of serving up delicious meals, Po Boy Pizza, located near the former Southeast High School, will officially close their doors on August 6. In a Facebook post, owner May...
Entrepreneur with Down syndrome finds further success with KC grocer
SHAWNEE, Kan. (KCTV) - Max Crawford’s unique business is now a hit at local Hy-Vee stores. MaxMix Gourmet Spice Blends first started in Max’s family kitchen as gifts for family and friends. His brand was formally launched in November 2023. Crawford now sells his original spice blend in all 19 Kansas City area Hy-Vee stores.
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