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Meade Aims to Play Angry in 2024
Meade head football coach Clint Kuhns has seen many Meade teams. He played at Meade and coached as MHS so he has observed many Meade senior classes. Kuhns, the third year head coach observed this year’s senior class plays their best when they play angry. Meade has continued their success since the 13-0 state championship season of 2021 going 9-2 in 2022 and 8-2 last year. Kuhns and the Buffaloes hope this moniker will carry Meade over the top in 2024.
Students react to the closing of D.P. Dough in Aggieville
Editor’s Note: This article was updated to remove unverified statements that were included in its print version. Since its opening as Calios in 2018, D.P. Dough’s famous calzones, wings and cheese stix made it a fan-favorite in Aggieville because of its late hours and close proximity to the bars. However, after a temporary closure last semester, the business permanently closed over the summer.
Volleyball swept by Kansas State in exhibition game
Wichita State volleyball hung its NIVC championship banner, but the team was unable to take a set off Kansas State University in the season-opening exhibition game. The Shockers were swept 3-0 (29-27), (25-20), (25-17) in Koch Arena on Saturday afternoon. Since the game was an exhibition, the loss will not count against the Shockers’ overall record.
Harrison Butker urges JD Vance to bring Trump ‘back in line’ on abortion
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker urged Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) to bring former President Donald Trump “back in line” with a platform that would endorse a stricter stance on abortion. Butker came to political prominence when he gave a commencement speech at Benedictine College advocating women to be homemakers, after which many accused him […]
Topeka Country Club announces new General Manager
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka Country Club (TCC) announced Dustin Newman, PGA, as the new General Manager. Mr. Newman will start effective on September 30, 2024. Dustin has built an extensive career in the golf and club management industry with his most recent role as General Manager at Fremont Hills Country Club in Nixa, Missouri.
Name set for new community park in Garden City
Garden City, Kan.–The City Commission has selected a name for the new community park coming to Garden City. At the August 20, City Commission meeting the Governing Body approved naming the new community park in southeast Garden City in honor of Bob Halloran and the indelible mark his tenure as Assistant City Manager and as City Manager left on the community.
PREVIEW: Riley County embracing challenge of new district in 2024
RILEY, Kan. (WIBW) - The Riley County Falcons return a ton of production from last season’s squad. There are still changes, however, for the Falcons this year. The biggest being that they’ll play in a new district, moving from the Class 2A Mid-East District to District 3. Head...
New investments in KCK parks give locals more pride in their neighborhoods
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - Vandalism hit three parks around Kansas City, Kansas, during this summer. The damage was costly. Clifton Park was hit hard after someone took equipment from the spray park worth an estimated $25,000. Now, some of the city parks are getting a big financial boost to build entirely new facilities and renovate the grounds.
Stormont Vail Health announces hire to the Neurology Team
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Stormont Vail Health announced its hire of Dr. Zane Foster who will support patients with neurological conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. Dr. Foster will join the Stormont Vail Neurology Department at the Cotton O’Neil Neuro & Spine Center. Dr. Foster studied anthropology...
NiJa Canady signs NIL deal with Adidas, Patrick Mahomes
LUBBOCK, Texas. (WIBW) - Topeka native and new Texas Tech pitcher NiJa Canady secured an NIL deal from Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and Adidas on Friday, Aug. 23. Canady and five other Texas Tech student-athletes will participate in brand marketing campaigns for Mahomes and Adidas. The three-time Super...
Topeka native set to make MLB debut
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Los Angeles Angels have called up Seaman grad and former University of Kansas right-handed pitcher Ryan Zeferjahn on Friday. Zeferjahn was traded from the Boston Red Sox to the Angels on July 30, 2024. The trade sent Zeferjahn, outfielder Matthew Lugo, infielder Niko Kavadas, and right-handed pitcher Yeferson Vargas from Boston to Los Angeles in exchange for right-handed pitcher Luis Garcia.
Salinan graduates from Air Force Basic training, family celebrates
Airman First Class Luke David Obermeyer proudly graduated from Air Force Basic Military Training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, TX, on July 18. This milestone marks a significant achievement in his military career and reflects his dedication and hard work to protect our nation. Luke is the...
Empty your wallets: K-State Athletics moves to cashless facilities
Kansas State Athletic Facilities went cashless to provide the “Best Fan Experience” in the Big 12, according to a news release from K-State Sports. These venues include the “ticket office, concessions, parking, Rally House locations, gameday Cat Cushion purchases and other points of sale in the facilities.”
Annual Community Baby Shower on Safe Sleep set for Saturday in Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The annual Community Baby Shower on Safe Sleep for Shawnee County is set for this weekend in Topeka. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Shawnee County Health Department, 2600 S.W. East Circle Drive. Organizers said the Community Health Improvement...
One dead, one injured in early morning house fire in Bel Aire
BEL AIRE, Kan. (KAKE) - One man is dead and another is injured after an early morning house fire in Bel Aire. The fire broke out just after 2 a.m. Sunday on East Flagstaff, near 45th and Woodlawn. When Sedgwick County Fire Department crews arrived on scene, there was heavy...
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