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Great Bend Administrator apologizes for short stint in position
Last week, Great Bend City Administrator Brandon Anderson submitted his resignation, giving the city a 30-day notice. Hired last summer, Anderson’s stay with the city was just over a year. He had a chance to publicly address the Great Bend City Council at Monday's meeting for the first time stating the decision was based on personal reasons.
Fiesta Topeka scheduled to begin tomorrow
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The 91st Fiesta Topeka begins at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. They had to battle the heat on Monday, July 15 when they were finishing setting up for the event. The heat caused event organizers to change their plans to set up Fiesta Topeka. […]
Wabaunsee Co. Fair readies for annual run
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - July is heating up with county fairs all across Kansas. Wabaunsee Co. is celebrating with “Country Nights and Arena Lights!”. 4-H ambassadors Leah Schrader, Hannah Ringel and Teagan Ellis visited Eye on NE Kansas to tell us about it. All three say fair attendees can...
K-State’s Gilliam Promoted to Associate Head Coach
MANHATTAN, Kansas – K-State women’s basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has promoted assistant coach Ebony Gilliam to associate head coach for the 2024-25 season. "Ebony has been an integral part of our success," said Mittie about Gilliam. “She has continued to grow in the profession and has been involved in every area of our program in our time at Kansas State. I look forward to her continued growth and expanded role on the staff.”
City of Lawrence mulls allowing alcohol to be consumed on the go downtown
Patrons could soon be allowed to drink alcoholic beverages as they roam certain areas of downtown Lawrence. With KU football games slated for Kansas City for at least the upcoming season while Memorial Stadium undergoes major renovations, “the City Commission asked staff to work with stakeholders to look into a Common Consumption Area (CCA) for Downtown Lawrence,” according to the meeting agenda.
Purple Reign, Led By Jacob Pullen Takes On The Frank Mason-Led Mass Street In First Ever Wheat State Showdown
In the first ever Wheat State Showdown, Purple Reign, K-State alumni team, will play Mass Street, Ku alumni team, in a game to prepare for the $1 million, winner-take-all The Basketball Tournament.
America’s #1 Most Dangerous Small Town is in Nebraska
Nebraska, often associated with its vast cornfields, friendly Midwestern charm, and a generally low crime rate, has a dark secret lurking within its borders. According to recent data, one small town in the Cornhusker State has earned the dubious distinction of being the most dangerous small town in all of America. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the details of this alarming revelation and explore the factors that have contributed to this town’s staggering crime rates.
75th anniversary celebration of Kansas Merci Boxcar in Hays
This weekend, the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Kansas Merci Boxcar, a gift from France in appreciation of American support, will be celebrated. The ceremony, which will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday at Veteran's Park, 1305 Canterbury, will feature Mayor Shaun Musil, Governor Laura Kelly, and a guest speaker who will discuss the unique history of the boxcars.
The Barefoot Dutchman makes his way through Kansas on 3,200 mile journey
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Keep your eyes open while driving on the highway for the next couple of weeks, the Barefoot Dutchman might just be walking right next to you! Anton Nootenboom, Dutch veteran and world record holder, began his journey to beat the Guinness World Record of the longest walk barefooted on Feb. 17. His […]
On3 Lists Kansas State TE Commit Linkon Cure as Top 10 Most Athletic Future Freak
After becoming the first five-star prospect to commit to Chris Klieman and the Kansas State Wildcats, 2025 tight end Linkon Cure continues to stack up impressive accolades. Cure, a talented pass catcher from Goodland, Kansas, was recently named to On3 Sports’ list of the Top 10 most athletic future football freaks.
Kansas man sentenced to 25 years in prison for drug trafficking and illegal firearms
(TOPEKA, Ks.) The United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Kansas announced on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, that a Kansas man has been sentenced to 300 months, approximately 25 years, in prison for drug trafficking and illegal firearms in Topeka. According...
📷Great Bend Rec youth softball champions (girls)
The Great Bend Recreation Commission announced the 2024 youth softball/baseball champions. (girls) Girls T-Ball - Flying Unicorns - Head Coach Kyle Leroy. Girls Rookie Ball - Diamond Girls - Head Coach Chris Traylor. Girls Sox League - Cougars - Head Coach Craig Robinson. Girls Shortstop League - Strike Force -...
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