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ACT Theatre Company presents comedy performance ‘The Back-Porch Gang’
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - ACT Theatre Company is presenting the comedy performance, “The Back-Porch Gang.”. ACT Theatre Company officials said they are inviting audiences to witness the performance by Ben Scranton. The performance is about residents at a retirement complex in Maine who struggle with loneliness, boredom, and purpose.
United Way seeks volunteers for Stuff the Bus
United Way of Junction City-Geary County is is hosting their 14th Annual Stuff the Bus drive. This event provides school supplies directly to the schools so that each child can start the year with everything that they need. Supplies collected will go directly to the schools in USD 475, St. Xavier, and USD 473.
Blue green algae warning is in effect for the Gathering Pond
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has placed the Gathering Pond at Milford Lake under a blue green algae warning. According to the Milford Lake Corps of Engineers that means water is unsafe for humans and animals, visitors should avoid all contact with the water, DO NOT let pets eat dried algae or drink contaminated water and if fish are caught, clean well with potable water and eat fillets only.
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 […]
Church cancels clothing giveaway that was scheduled for late July
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A community clothing giveaway that had been scheduled for late July at an East Topeka church has been canceled, organizers said. Organizers say the clothing giveaway had been scheduled from noon to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 27, in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Carmel Missionary Baptist Church, 610 S.E. Lime,
Former K-State Guard Jacob Pullen Helps Purple Reign Beat Mass Street Wheat State Summer Showdown
In a tune-up before the start of the $1 million The Basketball Tournament, Purple Reign beat Mass Street in another extension of the K-State-KU basketball rivalry.
Another beautiful day tomorrow before rain returns Friday night.
Another clear night as temperatures once again fall into the upper 50s to lower 60s. A light breeze from the northeast. Remaining calm and cool for tonight. Tomorrow will be a similar repeat of today. Temperatures on the cooler side of seasonable, reaching into the middle to upper 80s. A...
HCC earns the prestigious 2024 KBOR Data Quality Award
At the June Kansas Board of Regents (KBOR) 2024 Data Quality and Planning Conference, KBOR President and CEO, Dr. Blake Flanders, presented Data Quality Awards to Highland Community College and Wichita State University Technical College (Wichita Tech). Jeff Hurn, HCC Director of Institutional Research was in attendance to receive the award.
Big 12 Insiders: Big 12 is standing by if top ACC schools choose to depart
The Big 12 Insiders is a streaming show hosted by former Kansas State football player Brien "Big B" Hanley. It covers everything related to and affecting the new 16-school Big 12 Conference. In today's edition, Big B and 247Sports site publisher Tim Fitzgerald dig into the Big 12's approach to adding schools to the conference, including Florida State, Clemson and other ACC schools.
K-State Football players Avery Johnson, Kam Sallis, meet fans at Manhattan Town Center
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Kansas State Football players Avery Johnson and Kam Sallis met with fans on Thursday morning at the Manhattan Town Center. The event, called “Pizza and Players,” was sponsored by WTC Fiber. Johnson and Sallis signed mini footballs, met fans, and took pictures with Wildcat supporters of all ages. A free pizza lunch was also included for all attendees.
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.
Chamber names July Small Business of the Month
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Janitorial Solutions (formerly known as Janitorial Supply) has a rich history dating back to 1943, when Fred Blick and his family founded the company as a window washing business. Over the years, it has evolved significantly, particularly after the 2008 recession, when Gary Newcome purchased the business from Fred in 2011. Gary's decision to diversify and modernize the company has been instrumental in its growth and success.
Wichita Animal Shelter reduces stray hold time due to overcrowding
The amount of time the Wichita Animal Shelter keeps strays has been shortened from 5 days to 3 days before they will be transported or euthanized. The change comes because of overcrowding. Wichita Animal Services Director David Neinstedt announced the change recently saying that after the three day period, an...
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