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Kesler Family Supporting Aspiring Bankers at FHSU
HAYS, Kan. — First-generation Fort Hays State University graduate Jeff Kesler always hoped to pay it forward to FHSU students but was unsure where to begin. His experience at FHSU provided the opportunities and mentors to make his decades-long career in banking possible. With a newly established scholarship, Jeff hopes to show Fort Hays State students that banking is more than a financial institution; it is a powerful platform to serve the communities they call home.
Topeka personal trainer offers gym time, training
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka man is overcoming adversity, opening a new gym to the fitness community that provides a unique approach to training. Chaz Coates has been a fitness instructor since 2017. After suffering a medical setback that forced him to take time away from his business, he recently rebuilt his gym in a […]
Former Kansas football coach Mark Mangino to be inducted into Kansas Sports Hall of Fame
Over the lifespan of Kansas football, the Mark Mangino era was one of the most successful in program history – one that reached new expectations, new heights, and brought lasting memories to a generation of Jayhawk fans. Now, the former head coach is being recognized for his contributions to...
Walker Hayes cancels Kansas City concert 3 days before show
BONNER SPRINGS, Kan. (KCTV) - Thousands of country music fans will have to make other “Fancy Like” plans on Saturday night. Azura Amphitheatre in Bonner Springs announced the Walker Hayes concert scheduled for July 20, is canceled. A post on the venue’s website said the performance was canceled...
Lawrence school board seeks applicants for committee to study high school boundaries
The Lawrence school board is seeking community members to serve on the Boundary Advisory Committee, which will be tasked this year with examining boundaries of the district’s two high schools. School board President Kelly Jones has directed the BAC this fall to “examine high school boundaries to better balance...
Overland Park’s CityPlace project to get more incentives as costs go up
Part of the CityPlace mixed-use development in Overland Park will get more economic incentives than initially anticipated. Earlier this week, the Overland Park City Council voted 11-0 to adopt a resolution of intent to issue up to $6.8 million more in revenue bonds for the fourth phase of the CityPlace Corporate Centre project.
New YMCA facility to be built
The Greater Wichita YMCA and Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System (HRHS) announced a partnership that will bring a new state-of-the-art Hutchinson YMCA facility to Reno County. The announcement came on July 16. The future 75,000-square-foot Y branch will be located on land donated by HRHS to the Y near the intersection...
Former Coffeyville Coach Prepares for Life in Big 12
A college football coach with Coffeyville ties is preparing for his first season in the Big 12. Willie Fritz was named the 16th Head Coach of the Houston Cougars in December, looking to guide Houston towards the top of one of the nation's elite conferences. Fritz says every program has...
Hays Lions: Community misunderstood, withdraws request for name change at Rupp Park
Hays Lions continues to celebrate 100 years of service in community. The Hays Lion Club has withdrawn a request to add its name to Daniel G. Rupp Park, 33rd and Skyline, after members say a misunderstanding sparked public outcry. Priscilla Hunt, a longtime Lions member and former president, proposed adding...
Colby Multi-Purpose Arena, Equestrian Center Star Bond Project approved
The Colby Multi-Purpose Arena and Equestrian Center Star Bond project took a step forward on Tuesday July 2nd when the city council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding and a Funding Agreement for the proposed project. Mike Woofter, representing Colby Investment Group (Developer), stated “while we’re still early in the process, reaching this agreement with the city demonstrates their excitement of the development”.
Topeka sought seed funds to build more bike lanes. Build Kansas said no.
The Build Kansas Advisory Committee rejected a proposal from the city of Topeka to use federal grant funds to build seven bike lanes across the community. The board rejected the $3.3 million price tag levied on the Build Kansas fund, which would have unlocked more than $13 million in U.S. Department of Transportation funds to construct the bike lanes. The city contributed $0 to the project, relying on the Build Kansas fund to contribute the entire local...
Splash pad in Great Bend fixed and open again
The City of Great Bend Public Lands Department announced that the pump at the splash pad at Veterans Memorial Park has been successfully replaced. The splash pad will be open again starting today, July 18. The city apologizes for any inconvenience; the splash pad is a new favorite summer activity,...
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