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🏐 Dragons win pair of five setters to open McCook Invite
MCCOOK, Nebraska — The Hutchinson Community College volleyball team played well into the night on Friday at the McCook Invitational, but the long day’s effort proved worth the Blue Dragons’ time. Hutchinson started its nearly 6 1/2-hour day with a five-set upset victory over No. 9 Indian...
Kansas State Fair: What’s new? (the pig races are back)
CAPTION: Fairgoers enter the fair at 20th and Plum during the 2023 Kansas State Fair. CREDIT TRIBUNE STAFF By Kate Irelan The Kansas State Fair promises a new digital app experience, the glamorous 1861 Club building debut, and in addition to traditional exhibits and shows […]
Stormont-Vail clarifies plans for new clinical space in Emporia
Stormont Vail Health confirmed its decision to design and build a new clinical space for its Emporia clinic to The Emporia Gazette this week, a move that contradicts earlier reports suggesting the health system planned to construct an ambulatory surgical center. Tracy O’Rourke, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer...
Supporting Our Local Hospital: A Community Imperative
I have been part of this community for about 10 years, most of which I spent working as an ER doctor at Newman. My experience in emergency medicine has taken me to several hospitals across rural Kansas. I grew up in Colby, Kansas, and had the honor of facilitating the...
Stormont-Vail confirms plans for new medical clinic in Emporia
Stormont-Vail Health has confirmed plans for a new medical clinic serving the Emporia area. In an email to KVOE News, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Tracy O’Rourke says a new facility for its Emporia team would be the best option for meeting future health care needs locally, adding the current space at Newman Regional Health does not give Stormont staff the means to renovate and organize “to accomplish the efficiencies and coordination of patient care that we need.”
Robert's Words 2024: Kansas State's super fan offers his annual address
Each year, GoPowercat lends itself so that Kansas State Super Fan Robert Lipson can offer his thoughts on Kansas State athletics. Each year, GoPowercat lends itself so that Kansas State Super Fan Robert Lipson can offer his thoughts on Kansas State athletics. This year, he offered a lot of thoughts. More than 4,000 words of thoughts. So. Many. Thoughts.
Wichita students, universities are still figuring out financial aid as delays continue
University officials in Wichita said they are losing patience with the federal government amid more problems with must-have paperwork to get higher education money. This story was originally published by The Beacon, an online news outlet focused on local, in-depth journalism in the public interest. Seven months of federal paperwork...
Enrollment increase and real momentum
In Kansas, many colleges have had a decrease in enrollment, but this is not the case at Pittsburg State, according to the Vice President of Student Life and Enrollment Management, Karl Stumo. All American University’s choose a date either ten or twenty days into classes for their census, which is Sept. 16 for Pittsburg State. Enrollment numbers can change, but as of Aug. 16, enrollment numbers are looking toward a positive direction compared to 2023. In terms of how the University has done, Stumo stated, “Every year, we do our very best to improve, going to as many high schools and attending as many college fairs as we can. This year one of the biggest changes was with the expansion of the Great Gorilla Scholarship Program.”
Registration open for Heartland Farm's 2024 Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner
Registration is open for Heartland Farm’s 2024 Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner. The annual fundraiser runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. The Farm to Table Dinner is one of the non-profit farm’s most important annual fundraisers. Taking place on the open-air pavilion, this year’s dinner features a meal centered around the theme Just a Little Bit Fancy, with dishes curated and created by local cooking enthusiasts Vaughn and Stephannie Goerl.
Catholic Leaders Need the Liberal Arts | Dr. Joseph Wurtz
Dr. Joseph Wurtz is the Dean of Students and the Executive Director of the Gregorian Fellows Leadership Program at Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. A graduate of Benedictine himself, Dr. Wurtz has served the college for decades in numerous roles in the Student Life Office. In this episode, Dr. Wurtz speaks to Dr. Jared Zimmerer about leadership priciples from a Catholic perspective, the need of the liberal arts for future leaders, and the opportunities for formation within the Gregorian Fellows Program.
Kansas Hosts Gonzaga at Rock Chalk Park Sunday
LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Kansas Jayhawks will play their second consecutive match at Rock Chalk Park on Sunday, squaring off against the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. CT and the match will be broadcast on ESPN+. Fans can purchase tickets for the match by clicking here.
Wichita State Women Triumph at Terry Masterson Twilight Classic
The Wichita State women's cross country team kicked off their season with a victory at the Terry Masterson Twilight Classic, finishing first out of six teams. They scored 42 points, while the men's team secured third place out of 12 teams with 76 points. Freshman Faith Ekart stood out in her debut, placing third in the women's 3-mile race, closely followed by sophomore Isabelle Hartnett. Coach Kirk Hunter praised the team's collaborative effort, highlighting the impact of upperclassmen in aiding freshmen through the race.
Driver jailed after high-speed chase starts in Kansas, ends in Missouri
MIAMI COUNTY, Kansas —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple allegations after a high speed chase across portions of Kansas and Misouri. On August 27, Sheriff Deputies were notified of a pursuit that was initiated by the Miami County Kans Sheriff’s Office that was entering Bates County, Missouri, according to a media release.
Riley County K-State Research and Extension provides numbers
Riley County KSU Research and Extension social media release. Did you know that Kansas has over 6.15 million cattle? That means cattle outnumber people in our state a little over 2:1. Kansas beef producers ranked 6th nationally in cattle populations, 3rd in hide production, and 1st in value of beef. One Kansas steer can produce up to 20 footballs and around 800 lbs of beef (steaks, burgers, kabobs, roasts ).
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