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$500 bid put down for Heartland Motorsports Park as auction is extended
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Bidding remains open for Heartland Motorsports Park and surrounding properties this month in Shawnee County as a previous auction deadline is extended. The auction for Heartland Motorsports Park, lying south of the City of Topeka, will continue beyond the old deadline of 6 p.m. on July 17, according to the website of […]
Great Bend council approves rezoning property on Hubbard
Jesus Carbajal spoke at a Great Bend Planning Commission meeting in June to rezone real estate at 1013 Hubbard Street form R-3 (multi-family) to C-2 (general commercial). Carbajal wants to build a shop on the property that would store equipment and material inside. The Planning Commission approved the request, and...
Fiesta Topeka King and Queen enjoying the party
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Fiesta Topeka is underway!. The Our Lady of Guadalupe community cut the ribbon on the 91st annual event Tuesday evening. Before night two’s festivities began, Queen Gabriela Flores and King Esteban Tetuan took a break by visiting Eye on NE Kansas. Watch the video to...
Lake Perry will soon reopen boat ramps after extreme flooding
JEFFERSON COUNTY (KSNT) – A local lakes boat ramp will soon be opening after being closed for an increase of water levels. Perry State Park announced Wednesday that the tentative plan is to reopen the boat ramps later in the week. This comes after an increase in rainfall made the lake’s water levels spike nearly […]
Online Bachelor's in Elementary Education is New Degree Path for Emporia State
For those who want to become teachers, The Teachers College at Emporia State University has multiple pathways to accomplish this goal. The newest route is a fully online bachelor’s degree in elementary education, which is enrolling now for fall 2024. Todd Roberts, program lead of the online elementary education...
Disposal of limbs, branches free to Hays residents at Ellis County Landfill
In the wake of recent severe weather, Hays city staff has been working to clear branches from streets and alleys, removing low-hanging or broken branches, cleaning basins, and checking for damaged traffic signs and signals. However, city employees will not be removing large limbs or branches from private property, as...
From bucking to barrel racing, North Topeka Saddle Club welcomes horse lovers
It’s been a decade since Natalie McCrary got on a horse to race, but July 9 was the right time to get back on the saddle. “Horse riding has been in my blood for as long as I can remember,” she said. “I’ve always had a horse.”
Parsons School District launching free meals for all students under new program
PARSONS, Kan. — The Parsons School District qualifies for a sweeping lunch program that includes every student at school. USD 503 now has the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) designation. In other words, they can offer a free breakfast and lunch to every student regardless of income. There’s an extensive application process through federal and state authorities to prove they have at least 25 percent enrollment who qualify under free and reduced guidelines.
Cooler temperatures coming for Ellinwood's 51st After Harvest Festival
What a difference a week makes. Temperatures in Central Kansas soared past 100 degrees from July 12-15. With Ellinwood's 51st After Harvest Festival kicking off Thursday, the mid-summer event will feature highs mostly in the 80s and evening lows in the 60s. AHF Chair Nancy Baird hopes that means bigger crowds for the party of the summer.
Axe-throwing bar Blade & Timber closes in Leawood, reopens further south
A Leawood facility offering axe throwing, cocktails and more has moved further south. Blade & Timber has officially moved out of its Town Center Plaza location, opening a new space a couple of miles south on 135th Street last month. Blade & Timber is now at 4800 W. 135th St.
Kansas in Great Position With 2025 Five-Star PG Darius Acuff
Class of 2025, five-star point guard Darius Acuff cut down his list to three schools, including Kansas, Arkansas, and Michigan, per Joe Tipton. The reigning back-to-back National Champion UCONN made Acuff’s final four programs, but Tipton reports that the Huskies are no longer in the race. Acuff, a Michigan...
Bonner Springs takes steps needed for Mattel Park
BONNER SPRINGS, Kan. (KCTV) - Bonner Springs city leaders are one step closer to a Mattel Amusement Park within its city limits. The 7-member Bonner Springs Planning Commission voted unanimously on July 16 to approve the requested amendment to the Comprehensive Plans Future Land Use Map. The request was to revert the parcel in question back to its previous classification of “Mixed-Use” from “Industrial-Use” it was changed to in January/February of 2023.
Knobtown Skiffle Band Performed Old-Timey Tunes during KC Museum Concert Series
Knobtown Skiffle Band brought its unique blend of old-timey tunes to the stage July 12. Its concert was the second of Kansas City Museum’s Summer concert on the East Lawn series. The Knobtown Skiffle Band has become a staple in Kansas City’s music scene. This year marks its debut...
As Living Costs Soar, Kansas City Pinches Pennies to Afford Rent and Mortgages
Supply and demand is not a foreign concept; High demand for a product with low supply means the product seller can mark up its prices. The need to buy out of necessity continues, which includes housing. Many recent studies have shown Kansas City Metro lacks the number of dwellings – rentals, and otherwise – to adequately house its citizens within city boundaries.
Bee Jay Defense Falters in Loss to Larks
The Liberal Bee Jay defense committed four errors and allowed six unearned runs in an 8-5 loss to the Hays Larks at Brent Gould Field Tuesday night. The game was called after six innings as a thunderstorm warning was posted for Liberal. The Larks move to within 1.5 games of the Bee Jays in the Rocky Mountain.
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