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UPDATE: Emporia High School closed due to water main break
Emporia High School will be closed for an undisclosed period of time due to a water main break Monday. The first mention of the break came via a post on the Emporia High School Spartan Pride Band Facebook page which stated band camp for Tuesday was canceled due to a break under the school. Community Relations Director Lyndel Landgren later confirmed to KVOE that a break had developed near the loading dock, however, the time of the break as well as the size of the line impacted have not been disclosed.
Experts share tips, tricks to keep air conditioner running at its best
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - As a stretch of 100-plus-degree high temperatures likely continues through this week, air conditioners become the most valuable players in homes. The heat we’re experiencing this week puts the spotlight on the popular technology and how best to keep your A/C running the best it can.
🏀 MBB: All-Session Tickets now on sale for NJCAA national tournament
Charlotte, NC - All-session tickets are now on sale for the 2025 NJCAA DI Men's Basketball Championship, presented by Zurich Insurance. The tournament will be held inside the historic Hutchinson Sports Arena in Hutchinson, KS, for the 77th consecutive year. For 2025, a schedule change has been implemented with the tournament beginning on Saturday, March 22. This change will allow for four total games to be played each day beginning Saturday, March 22, and ending on Wednesday, March 26. This change eliminates the original six-game playing days. Thursday, March 27 will serve as an off day for the final four teams. During this off day, there will be a luncheon to celebrate the final four teams ahead of the semifinals that will be played on Friday, March 27. The championship game will be played on Saturday, March 28. The tournament format will remain the same.
Vendors still needed for Hoisington Market Square at Labor Day Celebration
Hoisington will host its 128th annual Labor Day Celebration in just over a month. Organizers continue to make changes to grow and improve the event. New this year, Hoisington Chamber Director Karen Baldyga said Hoisington's Market Square will be held at the Activity Center on Saturday, Aug. 31 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
$10 million federal grant to KU Cancer Center like an injection of hope for researchers, patients
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran wrapped a tour Friday of the University of Kansas Health System campus by celebrating a federal appropriation of $10 million for the KU Cancer Center and $10 million earmark for acquisition of sophisticated cardiovascular equipment. The Kansas senator made his way...
Eucharistic Conference coming to western Kansas
Event organizers are well aware of the impact that speakers have for those attending their particular conference. That’s why the committee for the upcoming Eucharistic Conference in Hays chose an A-list of speakers for the conference, which promises to deepen attendees’ understanding and devotion to the Eucharist. The...
At White Crow Cider in Wichita, no-tip policy drives a culture that benefits employees and patrons
“No tips! Seriously … we’re good.” I missed the sign on the wall with this announcement the first time I went to White Crow Cider in Wichita. I asked the employee behind the point-of-sale kiosk how to leave a tip as I paid for our ciders. She enthusiastically responded, pointing to the sign, “We don’t […]
Lawrence school board approves 99-cent hourly raises for classified staff, new student handbook
Although the minimum wage for classified staff will be raised almost $1 beginning this fall, the Lawrence school district’s lowest paid staff members still will not receive a living wage. During a special meeting Monday, the school board unanimously approved the 2024-25 contract for classified staff. Custodians, paraeducators, food...
NM State Track and Field Adds Expert Throws Coach, Patrick Larrison, Forming Dynamic Coaching Team
Aggies announce the hiring of Patrick Larrison as the new throws coach, joining the track and field program under Head Coach Joseph Rath to strengthen the throws event group. Larrison served as a volunteer consultant for the Big 12's Kansas Jayhawks. He recorded a personal best distance of 19.90m (65-3.50")...
Crews respond to pasture fire in northern Barton County
On Sunday, July 28, the Barton County Fire District #2 responded to the report of a pasture fire in the area of the 800 block of US 281 Highway. Firefighters found heavy smoke and fire on the south side of the field moving north with the strong southern winds pushing it.
JoCo homeless shelter plan moves ahead, as ardent backers and opponents weigh in
Concerns about providing homeless services to “illegal aliens” and people from outside Johnson County dominated discussion at the county commission last Thursday about a proposal to open a shelter at a former La Quinta Inn and Suites hotel in Lenexa. After two hours of discussion that also included...
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