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39th Little Balkans Days Festival continues in Southeast Kansas
PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Little Balkans Days Festival continues for another day. The 39th annual Little Balkans Days Festival continued today at Lincoln Park in Pittsburg. Today 137 vendors set up all over Lincoln Park, as well as a car show and a dog show. It started on Monday...
Emily Moores: On the Edge of a Dream
In a celebration of art, Pittsburg State University hosted artist, Emily Moores, Wednesday, Aug. 21. This event drew in students and faculty members, ready to experience the work of a professional artist on a campus. Freshman, Lorna Pierce, gave insight into why she attended the event. “At first, I came because it’s kind of required for a class to come, but I really like looking at art and trying to understand it.” She described how her initial feelings for the art changed, “The more I’ve sat and thought about (her art), the more I like it.” The change in being required to go to this event to genuinely being interested in the art itself demonstrates how immersive art can create new inspirations and ideas.
Enrollment increase and real momentum
In Kansas, many colleges have had a decrease in enrollment, but this is not the case at Pittsburg State, according to the Vice President of Student Life and Enrollment Management, Karl Stumo. All American University’s choose a date either ten or twenty days into classes for their census, which is Sept. 16 for Pittsburg State. Enrollment numbers can change, but as of Aug. 16, enrollment numbers are looking toward a positive direction compared to 2023. In terms of how the University has done, Stumo stated, “Every year, we do our very best to improve, going to as many high schools and attending as many college fairs as we can. This year one of the biggest changes was with the expansion of the Great Gorilla Scholarship Program.”
New provost joins Pitt State team
Bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience from a career in education and law, Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Susan Bon, is here to impact lives. New to Pittsburg State and taking over for Dr. Howard Smith after his retirement, Bon utilizes her “disadvantaged background” to focus on giving students a ladder to opportunity through education. Bon is energized by difficult problems, fueling her moniker of “Bon Possible.”
Telus health offers new mental health services
Pittsburg State University students can now access 24/7 mental health services from anywhere through the third-party provider, Telus Health. In the years since the COVID-19 Pandemic, mental health has become an increasing concern for many individuals, particularly on college campuses. In a study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, nearly 44% of college students have reported symptoms of depression while nearly 15% have reported seriously considering suicide in the last year. “I think we need to remove the stigma for receiving help for mental health,” Associate Vice President of Inclusion & Belonging, Deatrea Rose said. “If you had a stomachache or a headache or you broke your arm, you would immediately go and seek medical attention. The same thing should be true for our mental stability.” With these problems coming to the forefront of both the national and local attention, Pittsburg State found a solution.
Southeast Kansas: Isolated Thunderstorms Possible Today, Sunshine Returns Sunday
Wichita, KS – Today, Southeast Kansas residents should prepare for possible isolated showers and a chance of thunderstorms this morning. While these storms are not expected to be severe, they could briefly impact outdoor activities. Highs today will range from 83 to 87 degrees, making it a warm and humid start to the weekend.
Energy industry grows in SW Kansas
The Liberal community could soon be a hub for going green, and multiple officials were on hand Wednesday for the groundbreaking of a new pilot plant designed to help produce sustainable aviation fuel. “I could not be prouder to be part of this project, this is absolutely huge. There are...
Lawmakers share excitement for pilot plant project
Wednesday saw a new chapter in Liberal’s book with the groundbreaking of a new pilot plant set to help produce sustainable aviation fuel, and a few lawmakers were on hand to share their praise. “Kansas is the Air Capitol of the World, and through this project, we're combining the...
#24 Coyote football opens 2024 campaign Saturday, hosting #14 Evangel
The 24th-ranked Coyotes open the 2024 season Saturday against Kansas Conference foe and No. 14-ranked Evangel. Kickoff is 7 p.m. on Gene Bissell Field at JRI Hospitality Stadium and the Graves Family Sports Complex.LIVE COVERAGE. The video stream of the game will be available online through the Coyote Sports Network...
Storm Track 3 Forecast: A beautiful sunny Saturday, staying calm for Labor Day
Starting off this morning with cool and humid conditions. A couple of showers lingering to the southeast will slowly wither and die as temperatures start to rise. Abundant sunshine with light winds and pleasantly warm temperatures will make today an excellent day to head outdoors! Rain is expected to stay away from Kansas for the entire weekend.
More law enforcement out for holiday weekend
Trooper Chad Crittenden with the Kansas Highway Patrol talked to Hutch Post about the special enforcement campaign that is going on now through Labor Day. "Usually around the holiday weekends or major holidays, KDOT provides additional overtime for step funding," Trooper Crittenden said. "It's where we have a lot more troopers or officers all around the state, highly visible out there, but we are taking strict enforcement out there, just ensuring and trying to get that education out there. We try to do it through social media first and give the warnings that way, but again, we have to ensure that people are not impaired out on our roadways, not using their phones in ways they shouldn't be, and especially enforcing the speed and occupant protection violations."
What to know about favoritism allegations at Kansas Commerce and accuser's death
The Kansas Department of Commerce is hiring a third-party investigator to review all of its grants distributed from the American Rescue Plan Act after a former employee alleged a corrupt process for the Building a Stronger Economy grant. Jonathan Clayton's body was found Aug. 25 in a vehicle that apparently left US-50 highway and crashed into a ravine. ...
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 […]
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