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Lawmakers plan brazen power grab, pushing aside Kansas voters and Gov. Laura Kelly
Let’s be clear about what Kansas Republican legislative leaders are doing with their planned overhaul of budgeting: They are launching a personal and political power grab against Gov. Laura Kelly. They have never accepted or respected her mandate. Despite Kelly winning a second term and having two years left to go, they have continually attempted […]
Prep parade: Parker's Chargers looking to take big step this fall
Editor's note: TopSports.news has finished its tour of preseason football practices at all 10 Shawnee County high schools and will post preview stories over the coming days leading into the opening games of the 2024 season on Sept. 6. ----------------------------------------- Trey Parker served as Topeka West's interim football coach for...
Unknowns between Newman Regional Health, Stormont Vail dominate packed Q&A
Emporia City Manager Trey Cocking hosted a Q&A session this week, where concerned citizens packed the room seeking clarity on the potential annexation of land recently purchased by Stormont Vail Health and its implications for local healthcare. The event, held Wednesday at the Municipal Courtroom, was designed as an open...
5th annual Black Tie Affair to restore historic 1900 Theater set for Sept. 21
STRONG CITY — The Strong City Preservation Alliance is thrilled to announce their highly anticipated 5th Annual Black Tie Affair, set to take place on Sept. 21, at St Anthony’s Hall, in Strong City. Happy Hour and live music will begin at 5 p.m. with dinner and live...
Watch Kansas football's Daniel Hishaw truck a woman on the sidelines then help her up
The Kansas football team had no trouble taking care of business against the Lindenwood Lions this past Thursday, cruising to a 48-3 victory in the season opener. Early in the second quarter, redshirt junior running back Daniel Hishaw Jr. took a third-down run to the 1-yard line. A Lindenwood defender pushed him out of bounds right before he was able to cross the pylon, and Hishaw lost his balance until he crashed into a woman on the sidelines. See it for yourself:
Prep parade: Topeka High football kicks off Jason Filbeck era this fall
Editor's note: TopSports.news has finished its tour of preseason football practices at all 10 Shawnee County high schools and will post preview stories over the coming days leading into the opening games of the 2024 season on Sept. 6. ----------------------------------------- New Topeka High football coach Jason Filbeck knows that building...
Eastern Kansas high school forfeits varsity football season
OSAWATOMIE, Kan. (KAKE) - A lack of returning upperclassmen has forced an eastern Kansas high school to forfeit varsity football this season. Osawatomie High School, located south of Kansas City in Miami County, made the announcement Thursday. The district cites the lack of upperclassmen returning to the program, as well as parents and other districts expressing concern about how Osawatomie would continue a full football schedule without a varsity team.
Smoky Hills PBS to air FHSU documentary on custom harvesting
Smoky Hills PBS is pleased to announce the airing of a special documentary produced by Fort Hays State University, focusing on the important and often overlooked world of custom harvesting. The documentary, set to air on September 3rd at 7:30 PM, will offer viewers an in-depth look at the lives and work of those who help bring in the harvest across the Midwest and beyond.
🏐 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.
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.
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