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King Midas plays Lindsborg Sept. 21
LINDSBORG, Kan. — The twenty-first night of September holds memories yet to be made. King Midas and the Muflers will once again fill the night air with classic tunes for your dancing and listening pleasure. Kick back and chase the clouds away or dance till the stars steal the night away. (This paragraph is brought to you with a heavy nod to Earth, Wind & Fire's song September.)
Precision Exotics offering 'ride of a lifetime' at Great Bend Airfest
The difference between a car enthusiast and an aircraft enthusiast is about half a chromosome. So says Eric Nelson, founder and president of Precision Exotics. A former Marine, Nelson spent time as an overseas contractor before bringing that operational experience to the exotic car world. Then a lightbulb came on: why not combine fast cars and fast airplanes? Precision Exotics will offer a "ride of a lifetime" experience at Great Bend Airfest from Sept. 20-22.
STRATACA to host Monster Mash Oct. 26
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Calling all ghouls and goblins! You won't want to miss STRATACA's first-ever Monster Mash, an ADULT Halloween dance party. It's happening 650 feet underground, and they will have a costume contest, so dress to kill!. The bar will be fully stocked with witchy drinks and creepy...
City offices closed, trash collection schedule changed for holiday
The City of Hays has announced the following adjustments in city schedules:. City of Hays offices will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024, in observance of the Labor Day holiday. https://www.haysusa.com//Calendar.aspx?EID=423. . . . Due to the observance of Labor Day on September 2, 2024, refuse/recycling route collection schedules...
Fire Department to Upgrade Equipment
The Salina City Commission approved the purchase of new rescue tools and various new equipment for the Salina Fire Department. The agency will also be improving the condition of their trucks. Battalion Chief Derrick Herzog said the fire department wants their rescue trucks to “improve.” He gave a list of...
Kansas City superintendents say they'll focus on mental health as students return to school
Teachers, administrators and students are looking at ways to address mental health as students return back to the classroom for the new school year. Dr. Michael Schumacher, the new superintendent at Shawnee Mission School District, said part of the district's five year strategic plan will focus on addressing mental health.
Owls Fall to Wichita State in Thrilling Five-Set Match
Kennesaw State University volleyball team fell to Wichita State, losing a tightly contested five-set match, 3-2 (25-20, 26-24, 17-25, 17-25, 12-15). Despite leading 2-0 early, the Owls couldn't maintain their momentum and lost the final three sets. Offensive consistency remains an issue, as the team struggled to hit above .200 except in one set.
NWKS Jiu Jitsu sets seminars for youth, adults in Hays, considering new location
Northwest Kansas Jiu Jitsu hopes people will feel empowered at its seminar in Hays, where you’ll learn various martial arts techniques and strategies. Two Jiu-Jitsu seminars will take place on Sept. 14 at the Hays High Wrestling Room, 2300 E 13th St., for anyone interested in learning Jiu-Jitsu and its practical application in self-defense.
New provost joins Pitt State team
Bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience from a career in education and law, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Susan Bon, is here to impact lives. New to Pittsburg State and taking over for Dr. Howard Smith after his retirement, Bon utilizes her “disadvantaged background” to focus on giving students a ladder to opportunity through education. Bon is energized by difficult problems, fueling her moniker of “Bon Possible.”
Renovation Sensation Debuts a Contemporary Neoclassic Home in Leawood
Black against white. Square lines meet soft arches. Marble and stone contrast with plush upholstery. This year’s Renovation Sensation Homes Tour features a new build that proves the old dictum: Opposites attract. From design inspiration to elegant reality, the entrepreneur homeowners with two young children relied on the advice...
We Simply Must Talk About Modal Verbs
Must, could, should, shall, might, may... We dig into the weird, wiggly, weaselly world of modal verbs. You're Saying It Wrong was recorded and produced at KMUW studios and is part of the NPR Podcast Network. Thanks to our language experts, Kathy Petras and Ross Petras. You can follow them at their website: kandrpetras.com.
⚾ Wichita Wind Surge kept the hot bats going Saturday in win over Springfield
WICHITA, Kan.—The Wichita Wind Surge put together another 6-1 win over the Springfield Cardinals at Riverfront Stadium. Wichita outhit Springfield 12-3 throughout the contest, with every man who came to the plate for the hosts recording a hit. After a leadoff single and a hit and run put men...
USD 475 will be closed Monday
USD 475 announced that the District will be closed on Monday, Sept. 2 for Labor Day. Please note that early childhood through fifth grade students will not have school on Tuesday, Sept. 3 as it is an early childhood and elementary plan day in the district. Sept. 2: No School...
ICT Comic Con held at Century II
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Day one of the ICT Comic Con was held at Century II in downtown Wichita on Saturday. This year’s celebrity panel featured the original Daisy Duke, Catherine Bach, actress Sybil Danning, known for her numerous roles in cult B-movies like “Battle Beyond the Stars,” and “Hercules.” Fellow Hercules star Lou Ferrigno, who also […]
The Year of the Jayhawk! KU Move In Day
A new year always brings excitement and unknowns each year. This year, I moved my son into KU dorms and witnessed the usual KU buzz. You had dads doing dad things, putting together Ikea classics in hallways, and moms trying to control where things go in their kids' rooms. This isn't the time to control what happens. The next four years will help shape their future, and you trust what you have taught and what they have learned along the way will help carry them to those next stages of life. The future is bright, and you control what your next steps look like.
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