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K-State Salina teams place in top 15 at national flight competition for female pilots
SALINA — Student pilots represented Kansas State University Salina in the annual Air Race Classic, a nationwide aviation race featuring only female pilots and offering networking opportunities among fellow aviators. Four pilots competed for K-State Salina: Roxana Linares, a 2024 graduate in professional pilot, Arkansas City; Macy McMillan, a...
Grappling with DEI and reparations essential for commonsense public policy in Kansas, U.S.
The discourse around DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) and reparations has permeated various platforms, including news outlets and social media. Unfortunately, it has been used by certain political factions to incite division and secure votes. These programs are crucial in dismantling systemic racial barriers that affect educational access and outcomes for historically marginalized communities. Contrary […] The post Grappling with DEI and reparations essential for commonsense public policy in Kansas, U.S. appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
🎥Saline County's Second Annual National Night Out — strengthening community ties
Saline County Emergency Management invites residents to join over 38 million neighbors across 18,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and military bases worldwide for National Night Out. Event Details. Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 p.m.Location: Jerry Ivey Park, 735 E. Magnolia Rd, Salina,...
Governor Laura Kelly Announces $62.6 Million Grant for 18th Street Bridge Replacement Project in Kansas City
The U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) has awarded a $62.6 million Bridge Investment Program grant to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) for the 18th Street Bridge Replacement Project in Kansas City, Kansas, as announced by Governor Laura Kelly. The 18th Street Bridge, a key link on U.S. 69...
Kansas City’s Rock Island Bridge entertainment district delays grand opening
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The highly anticipated Rock Island Bridge entertainment area will not open until Spring. Developers first said the new coffee shops, bars, restaurants and event space added to the abandoned railroad bridge would open in this summer. The delays are necessary to make sure things are...
Tanker fire south of Lyndon shuts down US 75
Update 9:49 a.m.: The Osage County Sheriff’s Office says the fuel truck was a 2017 Peterbilt carrying 3,500 gallons of diesel. Roughly 1,000 gallons of diesel was estimated to have burned in the incident. The fire was believed to have started after a tire blew, puncturing the tanker. US 75 is expected to be shut […]
Topeka police investigating overnight shooting on city's east side
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Police were investigating an overnight shooting that occurred on the city’s east side. The shooting was reported around 12:50 a.m. Friday in the 2400 block of S.E. Bellview. Topeka police officials told 13 NEWS that one person was transported by American Medical Response ambulance to...
Last chance to win prize, Topeka St. Jude Dream Home
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Tickets for this year’s Topeka St. Jude Dream Home Giveaway are going fast, here’s how to make sure you won’t miss out. Fewer than 1,000 tickets remain for this year’s Topeka St. Jude Dream Home. All of the funds collected from northeast Kansans reserving tickets goes to helping the children and families […]
Kesler Family Supporting Aspiring Bankers at FHSU
HAYS, Kan. — First-generation Fort Hays State University graduate Jeff Kesler always hoped to pay it forward to FHSU students but was unsure where to begin. His experience at FHSU provided the opportunities and mentors to make his decades-long career in banking possible. With a newly established scholarship, Jeff hopes to show Fort Hays State students that banking is more than a financial institution; it is a powerful platform to serve the communities they call home.
Topeka personal trainer offers gym time, training
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka man is overcoming adversity, opening a new gym to the fitness community that provides a unique approach to training. Chaz Coates has been a fitness instructor since 2017. After suffering a medical setback that forced him to take time away from his business, he recently rebuilt his gym in a […]
Walker Hayes cancels Kansas City concert 3 days before show
BONNER SPRINGS, Kan. (KCTV) - Thousands of country music fans will have to make other “Fancy Like” plans on Saturday night. Azura Amphitheatre in Bonner Springs announced the Walker Hayes concert scheduled for July 20, is canceled. A post on the venue’s website said the performance was canceled...
USD 112 hosting childcare meeting July 23 in Holyrood
Bobby Murphy is hitting the ground running in USD 112. The new Central Plains superintendent was hired in January but officially took over the job on July 1. The district is hosting an informational meeting about future childcare opportunities on Tuesday, July 23 at 7 p.m. at the Holyrood American Legion, 416 N. Main St.
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