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Every former Kansas State football player currently in the NFL
A look at the former Wildcats that are currently on an NFL roster. The 2024 NFL season is near and dozens of former Kansas State players are currently rostered among the league's 32 teams. Until the end of the preseason, NFL teams have a 90-man roster that will eventually shrink...
A warm finish to the weekend. Isolated storm tonight.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: A warm finish to the weekend. Isolated storm tonight. We-re starting off this Sunday with a warm and quiet weather picture with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 70s. Just like Saturday, a heat advisory will be in effect for south central into southwest Kansas...
Summer COVID cases surge in Missouri, Kansas as free vaccines disappear
Last year, when COVID vaccines were still free, barely one in five Americans rolled up their sleeves for the latest dose. Now that some people will have to pay $100-plus for the shot, health officials expect even weaker demand when the next version of the vaccine comes out this fall. Meanwhile, a surprisingly strong...
INSIGHT KANSAS: If Kansas politics were in the Olympics
Citius, Altius, Fortius. The original Olympic motto – translated to Faster, Higher, Stronger. – was never in more splendid display as the past few weeks in Paris. If the Olympic spirit was a religion, the athletes were its evangelists.Time after time, we were moved by sheer will or talent. A strangely inspired connection to people we didn’t know yesterday but who we scream at to go faster, higher, or stronger today. Maybe because Olympic ideals represent the best of our democratic ideals. Regardless of circumstances one is born into, or obscurity toiled in, the liberties and rights we share when fused with self-determination and love of something allows anyone to catch their dreams in a bottle. Sport or otherwise. Podium or not. A Jeffersonian meritocracy. Which made me ponder another representation of democracy. What if Kansas politics and government were in the Olympics? For aren’t they us too? Shouldn’t we be shrieking at our TV screens for them to go faster, higher, stronger? What would that look like?
State Treasurer trying to help nonprofits
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Kansas State Treasurer Steven Johnson is looking to help on National Nonprofit Day, which is August 17. "How things wind up in unclaimed property can sometimes be a mystery," Johnson said. "We are looking forward to a chance to focus on searching and seeing what we can find, and we've had a little bit of luck this week. We got excited for the KSU Foundation because there is a whole bunch, but there are like 20 properties each for $2.64. But it was a couple thousand and we had quite a bit for KU Med."
Kansas veterans discover expanded VA benefits at Wichita Wind Surge game
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Two years ago, the Federal Government expanded which veterans are eligible for VA Healthcare benefits. But many still don't know about the extra help available. Sunday they got the chance to find out while watching the American pastime. The Robert J Dole VA Medical Center went...
Businesses go head-to-head in Wichita Corporate Challenge
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — Teams from over two dozen Wichita businesses are going head-to-head in the annual Wichita Corporate Challenge. Over the next two weeks, they’ll test their health, fitness and teamwork skills by competing in 25 different events, including pickleball, soccer and flag football. Wichita Sports Commission...
Ad Astra Academies open for USD 313
CAPTION: Superintendent of USD 313 Cindy Couchman, left, and members of the Buhler Board of Education celebrate the opening of Ad Astra Academies in Hutchinson. CREDIT USD 313. Buhler USD 313 celebrated the grand opening of Ad Astra Academies Friday morning, located at 1800 East 23rd Avenue in Hutchinson. The...
Chinese dance, music, and cuisine highlight Dragon Wind Celebration at Volland
ALMA — Volland is set to embrace Chinese culture and celebrate the Year of the Dragon with a vibrant event called Dragon Wind on Saturday, Sept. 21. The festivities will take place at the Volland Gallery, complementing the ongoing exhibition “Hong Chun Zhang: Hair of the Dragon” and Zhang’s site-specific installation, “Prairie Dragon.”
FHSU recognizes faculty achievements at fall convocation
Highlighting Fort Hays State University’s fall convocation on Wednesday was the presentation of faculty awards. Awards included the Faculty Member of the Year, John Heinrichs Outstanding Research Mentor, and the President’s Distinguished Scholar Award. Faculty Member of the Year Award. The Faculty Member of the Year award was...
Free train rides, games and more at Founders Fest with Shawnee County Parks & Recreation
Train rides, games, music and fun are some of the things families can expect at this Shawnee County Parks and Recreation event. Founders Fest, hosted by The Shawnee County Parks and Recreation Department, will include entertainment, free activities and educational opportunities for all ages. It will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 31. ...
Memories and money made at TECH Uncorked fundraising event
An artist's display at the TECH Art Gallery located at 10 S. Main in Hutchinson offers a variety of gift ideas and ways to purchase items from the artist. This display was one of many available at the TECH Uncorked fundraiser in downtown Hutchinson on August […]
⚾ Wichita Wind Surge get walk-off win in extra innings
WICHITA, Kan.—The Wichita Wind Surge came from behind in 11 innings for a 3-2 win over the Arkansas Travelers at Riverfront Stadium. The Wind Surge tie the series after the victory heading into the final two matchups against Arkansas on the season. Marco Raya worked out of a bases-loaded...
Hafertepe Jr. Sweeps Dodge City for Eighth National Tour Win of 2024
DODGE CITY, KS (August 16, 2024) – Several of Sam Hafertepe Jr.’s first seven wins of 2024 with the American Sprint Car Series National Tour came in dominant fashion, but never was his stranglehold on the field as tight as it was Friday night at Dodge City Raceway Park.
Chase County Pharmacy opens doors to community
Chase County Pharmacy officially opened its doors this week, marking a significant milestone for the community. Pharmacist Tami Dugan shared her excitement about the launch and the importance of bringing this long-awaited service back to the area. “It feels great to finally be open and ready to serve the community,”...
Lyon County Counselor runs every street in Emporia
Lyon County Counselor Molly Priest took on a unique challenge this summer, running every single street in the City of Emporia. “I’ve been running for about a year and usually run in my neighborhood, a couple miles from home,” she said. “I had just finished the Flint Hills Gravel Run, kind of working towards that, and then I didn’t have anything scheduled and it’s always helpful to have something to work toward.”
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