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KU football opens as a heavy favorite in Week 1 matchup with Lindenwood
The Kansas football season opener is just days away. The Jayhawks will kick off the 2024 season on Thursday night at Children's Mercy Park in Kansas City as FCS program Lindenwood comes to town. The Lions recently made the jump to the Division I and FCS level. Lindenwood is coming off a 3-7 season last year. Heading into this season, the Lions were picked to finish eighth in the Preseason Big South-OVC Association Poll.
Pitt State students host successful Car’rilla Fest to raise scholarship funds
PITTSBURG, Kan. — College students hosted an event to help raise money for their organization. The Human Health Performance and Recreation Club of Pitt State held their first-ever Car’rilla Fest in the parking lot of the Student Rec Center. The HHPR Club was asked by the professor to...
Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program Class is set for the coming year
The Flint Hills Regional Leadership Program announced the newest class members. The program was formed in 1992 and has 631 graduates from the region to date. The program dates its origins back to the 993-94 class. This new group of 26 emerging leaders will continue that legacy. Tiffany Cutting, FHRLP...
Sabetha football, new head coach looking to uphold rich tradition in 2024
SABETHA (KSNT) – With Sabetha football comes a history of success. The Blue Jays have two 3A state championships to their names in the last seven seasons, and are no strangers to making deep runs in the state tournament. The standard entering 2024 is no different, even though Sabetha will have someone new calling plays. […]
Men’s Soccer Opens Their Season Strong With a 5-2 Victory over Dodge City
Chanute, KS - Neosho Men's Soccer opened their season at home with their first ranking game against Dodge City. The Panthers needing a good result to start the season strong go up 1-0 just five minutes into the game with a goal from Asaph Silveira assisted by Dylan Roberts. Just four minutes later Neosho doubled their lead with a goal from Callum Niven assisted by Captain Tom Devonport. Dodge City went on to score 2 goals through the rest of the first half and equalize with the game all square going into the second half.
Local 7th grader gifted new trumpet in emotional exchange
Like most extracurricular activities, band can be an expensive hobby and passion. From lessons to instruments to reeds to cases to spare parts; the life of a musician comes at a steep price. Like most extracurricular activities, band can be an expensive hobby and passion. From lessons to instruments to reeds to cases to spare parts; the life of a musician comes at a steep price
Window Design & Remodeling opens new office space
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Dozens came out to Window Design and Remodeling’s grand reopening Saturday morning, with many hoping to make some home improvements. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., attendees enjoyed giveaways, several food trucks, personal tours, and event discounts. The company says it’s important to keep your...
Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce August Small Business of the Month: Leu + Co Properties
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce is honored to present the August Small Business Award to a truly exceptional and inspiring company—Leu + Co Properties. Logan and Emily, the dynamic duo behind this thriving business, have built something extraordinary, and it’s an honor to recognize their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our community.
Former Big 12 QB Becomes Crucial NFL Back-Up
After an impressive showing in the 2024 NFL Preseason, former Kansas State quarterback Skylar Thompson has earned the backup quarterback job in Miami. Thompson, a 2022 seventh-round pick, beat out veteran quarterback Mike White for the job and will serve as QB2 behind Tua Tagovailoa. Thompson will serve behind Tua...
CFB analyst surprisingly chooses Kansas football to represent Big 12 in CFP
Aside from the two most recent college football seasons, the past 15 years or so have not been too kind to Kansas Jayhawks fans. Fans have endured the lowest of the lows, but those who stuck with the program are now being rewarded generously. Everything is coming together thanks to head coach Lance Leipold.
Score an Excellent Education in Shawnee, KS
Area schools prepare students for successful futures through career exploration and hands-on learning. Education in Shawnee, KS, isn’t just about memorizing facts and figures; it’s about preparing students for their futures. With a strong emphasis on career exploration and hands-on learning, Shawnee’s public and private schools are dedicated to helping students discover their passions and achieve their career goals.
Families, KU football fans gather to kick off season
Downtown Lawrence celebrated the upcoming KU football season with a kickoff party Saturday evening. The event included performances from the Marching Jayhawks, Spirit Squad and Mikey Needleman Band, plus appearances from KU football coach Lance Leipold, Lawrence High School alum and senior running back Devin Neal, cornerback Cobee Bryant, Voice of the Jayhawks Brian Hanni and more.
Beef Fest culminates with heavy attendance for Saturday activities
From hamburgers to steaks and everything in between, area residents enjoyed the fruits of the grass cattle industry with the core of activities for Flint Hills Beef Fest at the Lyon County Fairgrounds. Friday’s activities included the annual live stocker show, beef producers seminar, ranch feed and ranch rodeo. Those...
Annual Appreciation Night recognizes Topeka Civic Theatre volunteers for their work
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka Civic Theatre hosted their 42nd annual Volunteer Appreciation Night. The night recognizes volunteers for their commitment and time to the theatre making their shows possible. This year over 630 volunteers were recognized. The theatre tallied up the volunteers’ contributions and efforts which totaled $2,527,356....
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