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17th ranked Barton Women's Soccer tabbed 4th in KJCCC preseason poll
The 17th ranked Barton Community College women's soccer team has been tabbed to finish fourth in the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Division I women's soccer preseason order of finish as voted on by the league coaches. Outperforming their runner-up prediction a season ago, the Cougars clinched their second straight...
Kansas football debuts all-red uniforms ahead of games at Arrowhead Stadium
In honor of Kansas playing the majority of its home games at Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, the team has unveiled an all-new, all-red uniform for the upcoming season. 🚨 RED ALERT 🚨 pic.twitter.com/R0Zoo5gGQw— Kansas Football (@KU_Football) August 15, 2024 ...
🎙Post Podcast: Barton Co. Health Dept. staff
Hear this week's County Edition show with Eagle Radio's Mike Courson and staff from the Barton County Health Department that aired Aug. 15, 2024. The County Edition program airs every Thursday at 11:05 a.m. on 1590 KVGB & 95.5 FM.
Silver Lake boil water advisory rescinded: KDHE
Update: The KDHE rescinded the boil water advisory for Silver Lake on Monday, Aug. 20. A loss of pressure caused by a valve failure was found to be the cause of the issue. Laboratory testing of water samples show there is no evidence of bacteriological contamination. SILVER LAKE (KSNT) – A boil water advisory is […]
Jacob Parrish swiftly developing into lockdown corner for Wildcats
MANHATTAN, Kan. — After tying for third in the Big 12 with four interceptions last year, the Kansas State cornerback is approaching his junior season with more confidence and hunger. Jacob Parrish wants to build off his breakout campaign from 2023, and he’s taking the necessary steps to become...
3rd Annual Baxter Springs Jeep Invasion benefit
BAXTER SPRINGS, Kan. (KOAM) - Today, the 3rd annual Baxter Springs Jeep Invasion is continuing its tradition of raising funds for the Project Tribute Foundation at the Kiwanis Park in Baxter Springs, Kansas, Aug 17th, 2024 from 5:00pm - 10:00pm.Â
Spartan Boxing sending five to Topeka Saturday
Emporia Spartan Boxing is in Topeka for competition Saturday. Five Spartan Boxers will take to the ring including multi-time Golden Gloves National qualifier Junior Robles (145 lbs). This will be the 19th bout of Robles’ career. Undefeated heavyweight Darin Neal will aim to extend his record to 6-0. 13-year-old...
Citing ‘miscommunication,’ district mows native plants, vegetable swales in Free State garden down to dirt
Multiple instances of mowing and other damage to Free State High School’s outdoor learning space is giving educators in that space the impression that the Lawrence school district is prioritizing looks over learning. Julie Schwarting, Free State science teacher and Garden and Environmental Club sponsor, said when she approached...
Wichita schools and Sedgwick County host no-cost vaccine clinic
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Wichita Public Schools and the Sedgwick County Health Department have partnered again to offer free vaccine clinics. One was held Saturday inside the Alvin E. Morris building at Lincoln and Edgemoor. Kimber Kasitz, Director of Health Services, Homebound and Section 504 for USD 259, says the clinics are open to all […]
Ortuño housing addition breaks ground
There has been much going on in the way of housing throughout the Liberal community and recently, one of those projects had its official groundbreaking. Wednesday morning, City of Liberal leaders and others involved in the Ortuño Addition project gathered to officially break ground on the project. “This marks...
Duerson to take local values to national level with Teen Reach
A native of Southwest Kansas, Chayli Duerson has worked in many different capacities over the years, including as the donor relations director for the Meade-based Christian radio station KJIL. Duerson has likewise worked as the area coordinator for the Operation Christmas Child holiday shoebox drive, and until recently, she was...
Omaha Community Playhouse celebrates 100 years of theater
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - The Omaha Community Playhouse officially launched their 100th Anniversary season on Sunday, Aug. 18. During a celebration at the Gene Leahy Mall, over a dozen area singers and musicians performed at the theater’s Playhouse in the Park event, which Executive Director Becky Noble said has been in the works for a year.
David’s Evening Forecast - Showers fade tonight, warmer Monday
OMAHA, Neb. (WOWT) - Scattered showers and thunderstorm rolled across portions of central and southeast Nebraska this morning, with light showers lingering into the afternoon. The clouds and showers kept temperatures on the cool side for mid-August, only reaching the upper 70s around the Omaha metro, while temperatures over central Nebraska only warmed into the upper 60s and low 70s. Most of the rain shower activity remained just outside of the immediate metro area, but a few showers or sprinkles will remain possible through the early evening as a band of rain continues from around Columbus to Nebraska City. That band of rain should fade away with time, most areas should be dry by around 8pm.
Community Connections host monthly prescription drug take back collection
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) - Inside Bomgaars, a store in North Platte, a local non-profit sets up shop in the front on the third Saturday of each month. Community Connections focuses on improving the lives of the community’s youth. Volunteer Sandee Kronn underscores the vital role of the community...
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