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Benson from HHHS is looking for a forever family
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Benson from Helping Hands Humane Society would love to find a new home. He’s a 5 year old Australian Shepherd mix and came into the shelter as a stray. The shelter says Benson is a ‘people-person’ and would be best suited in a one-pet home.
Haskell overbooks campus housing for fall semester
With the largest enrollment Haskell Indian Nations University has seen in more than a decade, on-campus housing is at capacity the week before classes begin, and some students have been told to defer to spring. Marina TurningRobe, Spokane Tribe/Paquachin Band, said her daughter was admitted to take classes and play...
KWU unveils renovated dining hall after six-month overhaul
On Friday, Aug. 23, Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) celebrated the nearly complete six-month renovation of Shriwise Dining into the new Bieber Dining Hall. "We expanded into space next to it [Shriwise] so we could enlarge the space," said KWU President Matt Thompson. "We went back to the studs, gutted, started again, took walls out so we could create a whole new floor plan and experience."
Five Below opens doors Friday
The Emporia Pavillions has yet another storefront open to the public as of Friday morning. Five Below had its grand opening Friday and store manager Cassie Wright says unlocking the doors to the public was a rewarding moment for her and her staff. Five Below offers items such as clothing,...
Liberal looking to continue turnaround after breakthrough season
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - After dominance in the 1990s, it’s been a rough couple of decades for the Liberal High School football team. That is until third-year head coach Bryan Luetters entered the program. “It was a change. We we all questioning about it, like anyone would, but he’s...
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.
Kansas Football Faces Unexpectedly Tough Schedule Ahead
Kansas football's schedule is considered one of the easiest in the Big 12, but experts warn that it may be more challenging than anticipated. With all "home" games being held at neutral sites due to stadium construction, the Jayhawks will face unique challenges. Iowa State and West Virginia, both of which have strong fan bases, present potential obstacles. The Big 12 is noted for its competitive balance this season, meaning unexpected challenges could arise as the season progresses.
Café and bakery Paris Baguette planning new Overland Park location
With one Johnson County location already in the works, an international bakery and café appears to have set its sights on another one. French-inspired café Paris Baguette has submitted plans for a new café in southern Overland Park. Paris Baguette plans to open at 15895 Metcalf Ave.
This Shawnee Mission principal jumped from middle to high school for new year
One of the newest Vikings at Shawnee Mission West is in the principal’s office. The school started the 2024-25 academic year earlier this month under the leadership of new Principal Blake Revelle, who comes with years of teaching and administrative experience in and outside of the Shawnee Mission School District already under his belt.
Alleyway between Lawrence Farmers’ Market parking lots getting a facelift
Construction work on a downtown alley this week got a bumpy start with Lawrence Farmers’ Market staff and vendors, but after some inconveniences this weekend, things should smooth out nicely. The market pops up in the parking lots at 824 New Hampshire St. each weekend — and it has...
Black & Veatch Sells Business to Dycom Industries for $150M
Overland Park-based Black & Veatch has sold its public carrier wireless telecommunications infrastructure business for $150 million. Dycom Industries, Inc., announced it acquired the business in a strategic move to address growth opportunities in wireless network modernization, according to a release. Dycom predicts the company to generate $250 million to $275 million in contract revenues over the fiscal year 2026.
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