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Heart of a Tiger: Profiles of 2 determined first-year medical school students
At Fort Hays State University, our resolve to outlast and achieve is exemplified by many tales of grit and perseverance. Recently, Fort Hays State University students Chris Crawford, Morgan (Hammersmith) Turner, and Maleigha Schmidt quietly made history. They just completed their first year of medical school at the Kansas College of Osteopathic Medicine (KansasCOM), not through the typical route but by participating in a trailblazing partnership that promises to reshape healthcare in rural Kansas.
‘Welcome to the Wichita Symphony’ introduces youngsters to the magic of music
Matt Blauer plays trombone for the Wichita Symphony Orchestra. But today he’s playing a different role — as teacher and storyteller for a room full of children at a library in southeast Wichita. “Welcome to the orchestra! Please take your seats,” Blauer said. “The concert is about to...
Glenn’s Bulk Food Shoppe and Gospel Book Store Celebrating 10 Years of Ownership
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Ryan and Glenda Yoder will be celebrating 10 years of owning Glenn’s Bulk Food Shoppe and Gospel Bookstore on Saturday, July 27 at 6405 W Morgan Ave, Hutchinson, KS. During the celebration, the store will be holding a Customer Appreciation event, filled with fun activities/things...
Labette County Fair Starts Tomorrow
The Labette County Fair starts this weekend in Oswego. Starting tomorrow, the horse show performance will kick things off at 8 a.m. On Sunday, the dog show takes place at 11 a.m. followed by the pony pull at 2 p.m. Events will take place all next week as the fair will continue through next Saturday. Some additional highlights include the rodeo on Tuesday and Wednesday night, Bull riding on Friday and the demo derby on Saturday. All events take place at the Labette County Fairgrounds in Oswego, and coming up on Tuesday, we'll have fair organizers on for a preview of events during Open Line at 9:10 a.m.
One year later: Chalk the Town flourishes during Third Thursday
One year ago, Kara Vaughn of Hutchinson chalked her driveway and got asked to remove the drawings from her landlord. One year later, Vaughn’s mission to bring the community together through chalk flourished in downtown Hutchinson at Third Thursday. “I've learned more about chalk artists and how there are...
Elk County Free Fair Continues This Weekend
The Elk County Free Fair continues today through the weekend in Longton, KS. This afternoon, turtle and kid races will take place at 2 p.m. The pedal tractor pull will be tonight at 5 p.m., and there will be a free barbecue tonight at 6 p.m. The 4-H beef show also takes place tonight at 6 p.m., followed by VIP showmanship. There will also be a food auction at 7 p.m. plus bingo tonight.
Torch Run fundraiser coming to Freddy's July 25
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Get ready for a delicious and impactful evening at Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers as they team up with the Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) and Special Olympics Kansas for the annual "Custard with Cops" fundraiser. On July 25 from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., you can enjoy your favorite Freddy's treats while supporting a fantastic cause.
Topeka police investigate 11th homicide of 2024
TOPEKA (KSNT) – One person is dead after an overnight shooting in Topeka on Saturday, marking the Topeka Police Department’s 11th homicide investigation of the year. Officers responded to the 2900 block of SW Topeka Blvd. at around 12:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers say they located […]
Why finding enough substitute teachers is a daily challenge for Wichita schools
In the gig worker era of Uber and DoorDash, Wichita Public Schools seeks its own on-demand employees — substitute teachers. COVID-19 pandemic troubles, low wages and licensing hurdles have over the last five years tamped down the number of people signing up to substitute teach. “There’s assignments that don’t get filled almost every day,” recruiter […] The post Why finding enough substitute teachers is a daily challenge for Wichita schools appeared first on The Beacon.
Rodeo time in Junction City
( Photos by Anthony Gorges ) The Junction City Rodeo opened Friday night. There were events ranging from bull riding to the calf scramble. The rodeo continues Saturday evening at 7:30 at the arena on South Spring Valley Road. There is a Special Needs Rodeo from 10 a.m. until noon Saturday.
📸 Flashback Friday: Salina Post - A&G Cafe - Vol. 51
Salina Post proudly presents Flashback Friday in partnership with the Smoky Hill Museum. Enjoy a weekly tidbit of local history from the staff at Salina Post and the Smoky Hill Museum as we present "Salina-Flashback Fridays." A and G Cafe. On May 18, 1931, brothers Art and Gus Thodis embarked...
Girard’s Aiden Troike Announces Commitment to John Wood Community College
GIRARD, KS — Girard’s Aiden Troike announced on social that he will be continuing his basketball career and committing to John Wood Community College. Troike had a big senior year for the Trojans this past season. He finished the season averaging 16 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds and 2 steals per game. Troike was a […]
Delegate from NW Kansas attends Republican National Convention
Kansas made its presence felt at the Republican National Convention, with Hays local and delegate Travis Couture-Lovelady representing the Sunflower State. This marks Couture's fourth convention since 2012, held this week in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, for Republican Party delegates to select their presidential nominees. Couture attended the RNC from July 15...
Former Kansas speaker of the house dies
PAOLA (KSNT) – A former Kansas speaker of the House of Representatives died this morning at a facility in Paola. According to a House of Representatives spokeswoman, Miami County native Marvin William Barkis passed away in a care facility this morning at the age of 81 years old. Barkis represented Miami County from 1978 to […]
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