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Residents work to clean up Grant Avenue
( Photos by Phyllis Fitzgerald ) Grant Avenue clean up was the focus of efforts for local residents on Saturday in Junction City. The coordinator Phyllis Fitzgerald said city and county leaders, other community members, Parks and Recreation staff, plus some Fort Riley Soldiers, and friends from Manhattan all participated in the effort.
Emporia Pavilions welcoming new businesses, signaling local retail growth
The Emporia Pavilions are on the verge of welcoming new businesses, signaling significant growth for the local retail scene. Special Projects Coordinator and interim RDA Director Jim Witt confirmed that Five Below is on track for a late August opening. Old Navy and Ulta will be joining them later this year.
Emporia Area Retired School Personnel Activities
As August approaches, teachers and staff will be headed back to the area schools. We wish for everyone to have a great school year. Some former staff members are going to be experiencing retirement for the first time. Emporia Area Retired School Personnel invite you retirees to become a part of our group. We promote educational, social, health, professional and economic issues in our area. We also encourage volunteerism through personal contributions and community service group activities. It is a great group for fellowship and friendship. We meet the second Friday of every month in the large meeting room at the Emporia Recreation Center at 11:45. All retirees (not just the ones from this year) are invited to attend. We have a meal, a program, and a short business meeting. Recent retirees will be receiving a personal letter of invitation soon.
3 new housing, business developments moving forward in Hays
"Exciting" and "something we've been needing for a long time" That's how Hays city commissioners described the next steps for three more housing and business/retail developments that were unanimously approved by the commission Thursday. Jess Rohr, public works director, called approval of the final plat for the Depot Addition near...
Smoky Valley Historical Association Receives Humanities Kansas Grant for Speaker Series with Support from Lindsborg Museum
TOPEKA, Kan. (July 25, 2024) — Humanities Kansas recently awarded $2,000 to the Smoky Valley Historical Association in Lindsborg to support “Historical Speakers Series,” a set of online talks that explore key figures in the history of Lindsborg. Lenora Lynam, Executive Director of the Lindsborg Old Mill...
It's Your Business has Pedro Concepcion, Philip Bacchus, Kelli Mark, Austin Crow
Hires The NOTO Board of Directors has selected Pedro Concepcion to serve as the organization’s chief executive officer. Concepcion is a well-established fixture in NOTO and the Topeka community, co-owner of several small businesses and has contributed to the establishment of many popular restaurants in Topeka. He has also served on the NOTO...
Pancake feed hosts nearly 1,000 residents during Shawnee County Fair
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A pancake feed hosted nearly 1,000 residents during the Shawnee County Fair. The pancake feed took place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the Stormont Vail Events Center, 1 Expocentre Dr, Topeka, Kan. Residents were able to enjoy plates full of...
Former K-State quarterback signs with Jets
NEW YORK (KSNT) – Former Kansas State quarterback Adrian Martinez is getting another shot at the NFL. The former Wildcat signed with the New York Jets on Saturday morning. He most recently played for the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions, where he earned 2024 league MVP and won the UFL Championship. While in Birmingham, he compiled 1,749 […]
Popular Wichita tattoo shop to close its doors soon
It is business as usual for Hell Bomb Tattoo shop owner Steven Turner, but a bomb was recently dropped on him when he found out he will have to close his store on East Douglas. Popular Wichita tattoo shop to close its doors soon. It is business as usual for...
Two dead in motorcycle crash in west Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Two people are dead following a crash in west Topeka, officers on scene confirm to 27 News Saturday. Officers on scene also confirm one car and one motorcycle were involved in the crash. According to a TPD spokeswoman, Topeka Police responded to the intersection at SW 10th Ave. and Fairlawn Rd. around […]
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter holds scavenger hunt at Sunset Zoo
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Kids of all ages enjoyed a scavenger hunt at Sunset Zoo on Saturday morning. The Prairie Paws Animal Shelter held the event, which has locations in Manhattan, Ottawa, and Emporia. Registration for the event was $40 per team. Each team received a Prairie Paws swag bag,...
“Manufacturing Express” Tour to Roll Into Salina
An event which will celebrates manufacturing employees in Salina who help build, power and feed the world will roll into Salina. Great Plains Manufacturing will host the “Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Manufacturing Express” in Salina this coming Friday, August 2nd. The tour is the largest public engagement...
Grace United Methodist Church hosts successful Kicks 4 Kids shoe giveaway
Grace United Methodist Church held its annual Kicks 4 Kids shoe giveaway Saturday, bringing much-needed footwear and other essential services to local children. "About seven years ago, a youth group of junior high and high school students recognized a need in their schools," said organizer Russ Conrade. "Some kids couldn't participate in gym or PE because they didn't have the proper shoes, or any decent shoes at all. It started as a way to help them and has just grown from there. It’s an opportunity to reach out and share a little bit of God's love with those around us."
Former Highland Park students offer “kernels” of advice to young entrepreneurs as their elote corn stand continues to thrive
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - It’s not just the tasty corn that has people amazed at Los GemElotes, it’s the boys behind the operation. Jordy and Jordan De La Torre are only 18 years old and recently graduated from Highland Park. They have learned a lot on their journey to starting a business and now offer advice to other young entrepreneurs.
Kansas football wide receivers are underrated nationally (and they shouldn't be)
It's hard to imagine many college programs returning as many talented and experienced wide receivers than the Kansas football team is in 2024. The Jayhawks are loaded, with four returning senior pass catchers. Lawrence Arnold, Quentin Skinner, and Luke Grimm all had productive juniors seasons, taking passes from second and...
Wichita State Men's Basketball Set To Face Some Top Tier Talent Over Thanksgiving
Wichita State men's basketball will spend Thanksgiving participating in the 2024 ESPN Events Invitational at the Walt Disney World Resort, Nov. 28-29. The four-team field features Florida (SEC), Minnesota (Big Ten) and Wake Forest (ACC) and the Shockers out of the American Athletic Conference. The Shockers are making their third appearance in the ESPN Events Invitational and first since 2015.
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