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As Kansas football prepares for games in KC, Jayhawks will bus students to games
Kansas football has announced a plan for getting students to football games this season, as the Jayhawks head to Kansas City. The Jayhawks will play two home games at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas City, Kansas, and four at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium across the state line, all while renovations at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence continue.
Two KU baseball players sign free agent MLB contracts
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – A pair of right-handed Jayhawk pitchers are getting their shot at the next level. Reese Dutton and J’Briell Easley have both signed free agent contracts, Dutton with the Philadelphia Phillies and Easley with the Texas Rangers. In his sole year at KU after transferring in from USC Upstate, Dutton earned a spot […]
VCMN release absolute banger “FAB”
It’s no secret we’re gaga for VCMN. The R&B duo have been bringing joy to every corner of Lawrence with their lively performances and larger-than-life personalities. They’re instantly likable, and they get EVERYONE dancing. Their new single “FAB” perfectly reflects this, and we immediately started shaking our...
Young artists of Van Go unveil unique benches created for their clients
Twenty-one unique benches created by young Lawrence artists are on their way out into the world following the unveiling Friday at Van Go. Each year, Van Go Summer JAMS apprentice artists are each paired with a client — a local business, individual or organization. Van Go Executive Director Lori...
German-themed festival going strong five years at the Topeka Vendor’s Market
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The fifth annual Oktoberfest is coming back to the Topeka Vendor’s Market this fall. This celebration of German culture will happen from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Topeka Vendor’s Market just east of the downtown area. Attendees can expect to find German style food and beer […]
'We have a housing shortage': Topeka wages are static as rentals costs rise
With the price of housing increasing at rates faster than wages can keep up, Topeka continues to face a city-wide affordable housing shortage. The Topeka Citywide Housing Market Study, published in July 2020, was conducted to find long-term solutions to the city’s lack of affordable housing. Four years later, Topeka still struggles to provide appropriate and affordable options for low-and-moderate income households. ...
Stormont Vail Health’s vascular testing facility receives award for maintaining 30 years of excellence
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Stormont Vail Health’s Cotton O’Neil Heart Center received an award for maintaining 30 years of excellence in vascular testing. Stormont Vail Health officials announced that Cotton O’Neil Heart Center has received the Gold Milestone Recognition from the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC). The award recognizes 30 years of excellence for the vascular testing facility. As one of the first facilities to earn IAC accreditation in vascular testing, they are part of an elite group representing their continuous commitment to quality patient care.
Shawnee Heights’ Kaydence Torrez commits to Wichita State Volleyball
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Shawnee Heights star volleyball player Kaydence Torrez is Division I bound. The incoming senior recently announced her commitment to play at Wichita State. Torrez had several offers, but got the at-home feeling with the Shockers. “The campus is amazing. The coaches are probably the best coaches...
Take a peek at renovations of David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium
Construction crews continue work on David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium, home of the Kansas Jayhawks' football team. The plan is for work to be completed on the west side of the stadium in time for the start of the 2025 football season.
Kansas Basketball Non-Conference Schedule Released: Jayhawks Set to be Battle-tested for Big 12 Action
Expectations are through the roof for Bill Self and his Kansas Jayhawks for the 2024-2025 season. After lacking depth last season, and falling short of program expectations, coach Self loaded up with recruits and the transfer portal and has expectations sky-high again for this season. The Kansas Jayhawks posted their non-conference schedule for the season, and they are set to be battle-tested for Big 12 action following the new year.
Washburn University welcomes new degree this fall
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Washburn University is introducing a new forensic investigation sciences degree this fall. The new degree will allow students to study crime scene investigation, fingerprint and firearm work. Students will get hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to work directly alongside the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI). Proffessor Kim Gerhardt-Whiddon with the University […]
Topeka Rescue Mission accepting school supply donations
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - With another school year right around the corner, The Topeka Rescue Mission is working to get kids the supplies they need to succeed. TRM is now accepting school supply donations and sign-ups to receive supplies. Up to 450 families can sign up to get school supplies....
Meet the Kansas Jayhawks competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics
Tomorrow night is the opening ceremony for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France, where more than 6,000 athletes from around the world will be representing their country during a parade of boats on the Seine River. Among those athletes representing their countries, is a select group who will be...
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