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Emporia Area Retired School Personnel Activities
As August approaches, teachers and staff will be headed back to the area schools. We wish for everyone to have a great school year. Some former staff members are going to be experiencing retirement for the first time. Emporia Area Retired School Personnel invite you retirees to become a part of our group. We promote educational, social, health, professional and economic issues in our area. We also encourage volunteerism through personal contributions and community service group activities. It is a great group for fellowship and friendship. We meet the second Friday of every month in the large meeting room at the Emporia Recreation Center at 11:45. All retirees (not just the ones from this year) are invited to attend. We have a meal, a program, and a short business meeting. Recent retirees will be receiving a personal letter of invitation soon.
3 new housing, business developments moving forward in Hays
"Exciting" and "something we've been needing for a long time" That's how Hays city commissioners described the next steps for three more housing and business/retail developments that were unanimously approved by the commission Thursday. Jess Rohr, public works director, called approval of the final plat for the Depot Addition near...
It's Your Business has Pedro Concepcion, Philip Bacchus, Kelli Mark, Austin Crow
Hires The NOTO Board of Directors has selected Pedro Concepcion to serve as the organization’s chief executive officer. Concepcion is a well-established fixture in NOTO and the Topeka community, co-owner of several small businesses and has contributed to the establishment of many popular restaurants in Topeka. He has also served on the NOTO...
Hotter Sunday, isolated storms possible
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Peyton Sanders says that it will be hotter on Sunday with isolated showers and thunderstorms possible. Isolated showers and storms will be possible this evening over northwest Kansas. The threat of severe weather will remain low with any storms that develop. Additional showers and storms...
Former K-State quarterback signs with Jets
NEW YORK (KSNT) – Former Kansas State quarterback Adrian Martinez is getting another shot at the NFL. The former Wildcat signed with the New York Jets on Saturday morning. He most recently played for the UFL’s Birmingham Stallions, where he earned 2024 league MVP and won the UFL Championship. While in Birmingham, he compiled 1,749 […]
Pancake feed hosts nearly 1,000 residents during Shawnee County Fair
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A pancake feed hosted nearly 1,000 residents during the Shawnee County Fair. The pancake feed took place from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the Stormont Vail Events Center, 1 Expocentre Dr, Topeka, Kan. Residents were able to enjoy plates full of...
Popular Wichita tattoo shop to close its doors soon
It is business as usual for Hell Bomb Tattoo shop owner Steven Turner, but a bomb was recently dropped on him when he found out he will have to close his store on East Douglas. Popular Wichita tattoo shop to close its doors soon. It is business as usual for...
Two dead in motorcycle crash in west Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Two people are dead following a crash in west Topeka, officers on scene confirm to 27 News Saturday. Officers on scene also confirm one car and one motorcycle were involved in the crash. According to a TPD spokeswoman, Topeka Police responded to the intersection at SW 10th Ave. and Fairlawn Rd. around […]
Prairie Paws Animal Shelter holds scavenger hunt at Sunset Zoo
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - Kids of all ages enjoyed a scavenger hunt at Sunset Zoo on Saturday morning. The Prairie Paws Animal Shelter held the event, which has locations in Manhattan, Ottawa, and Emporia. Registration for the event was $40 per team. Each team received a Prairie Paws swag bag,...
Grace United Methodist Church hosts successful Kicks 4 Kids shoe giveaway
Grace United Methodist Church held its annual Kicks 4 Kids shoe giveaway Saturday, bringing much-needed footwear and other essential services to local children. "About seven years ago, a youth group of junior high and high school students recognized a need in their schools," said organizer Russ Conrade. "Some kids couldn't participate in gym or PE because they didn't have the proper shoes, or any decent shoes at all. It started as a way to help them and has just grown from there. It’s an opportunity to reach out and share a little bit of God's love with those around us."
All-Kansas beer hits local shelves
HOLTON (KSNT) – A few Kansans are using a new beer law to support each others’ businesses. Thanks to a new Kansas law allowing microbreweries to sell directly to other businesses, Holton’s Willcott Brewing will start distributing to public vendors across northeast Kansas. Willcott brewing makes beer with all locally-sourced ingredients, and it’s hitting shelves […]
“Manufacturing Express” Tour to Roll Into Salina
An event which will celebrates manufacturing employees in Salina who help build, power and feed the world will roll into Salina. Great Plains Manufacturing will host the “Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Manufacturing Express” in Salina this coming Friday, August 2nd. The tour is the largest public engagement...
Brigade win game one of the Cowdin Cup championship series
The Junction City brigade defeated the Topeka Warhawks 8-6 in the opening game of the Cowdin Cup championship series Friday night at Rathert Field in Junction City. Game two of the best two out of three series will be Saturday night in Topeka. If there is a game three it will be at 7 p.m. Sunday at Rathert Field.
Former Highland Park students offer “kernels” of advice to young entrepreneurs as their elote corn stand continues to thrive
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - It’s not just the tasty corn that has people amazed at Los GemElotes, it’s the boys behind the operation. Jordy and Jordan De La Torre are only 18 years old and recently graduated from Highland Park. They have learned a lot on their journey to starting a business and now offer advice to other young entrepreneurs.
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...
Saline County Jail Bookings, July 27
REQUESTED CHARGE(S):. Poss of substance in KSA 65-4105(h) Taxation; Drugs; No drug tax stamp for marijuana or cont substance. Use communication facility; In the commission of a felony drug violationd. NAME: Huddleston,Shane Anthony. REQUESTED CHARGE(S):. Failure to appear. Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs; Misdemeanor. Transporting an open container.
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