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‘Once-in-a-lifetime’ nova to shine over Kansas next month
TOPEKA, Kan. (KSNT) – A new light will appear in the night sky next month above Kansas thanks to an exploding star thousands of light years away from Earth. NASA Solar System Ambassador Brenda Culbertson told KSNT News people may see a curious new light in the night sky during the month of September. The […]
Barton CC Trustees meeting agenda & RNR hearing (8/27)
Mike Johnson, Board Chair will call the meeting to order. Mike Johnson, Board Chair will invite public comments. Mike Johnson will facilitate this discussion for board action. Mike Johnson, Board Chair will open the Revenue Neutral Rate Hearing. Mark Dean, Vice President of Administration will review the hearing process. 6....
FHSU announces full slate of Homecoming events
Reach out to friends, family, classmates, and teammates and collectively mark your calendars for Fort Hays State University Homecoming weekend this October 3 – 5. Visit FHSUhomecoming.com for additional information and to register for events. Several Homecoming events require advanced registration, which closes September 20, so don’t delay in...
Barton Commission approves change order for work at health department
The big change orders via the Barton County Courthouse HVAC Renovation Project are largely finished, but smaller projects at other facilities continue. In March, the Barton County Commission approved a $182,748 remodel of the nurse's station at the Barton County Health Department. Tuesday morning, the board approved a change order to complete the work. County Administrator Matt Patzner explained the issue.
Women's Basketball announces five additions for 2024-25 season
As we are about to begin the school year, Benedictine College women's basketball head coach Chad Folsom has announced the program's five-member recruiting class that will join the Lady Ravens for the upcoming 2024-2025 season. This year's class includes freshmen Jaylee Christian, Hattie Gros, Carmen Morales, and Maggie Toerber, along with transfer Diana Mozer.
Leaders want a meeting with the Army on Trooper Gate
Local elected officials are pushing for a meeting with Fort Riley officials to talk about the Army's decision to close the Trooper Gate entrance to the Post. There have been impacts on issues ranging from busing to economics with local businesses. Junction City Commissioner Richard Pinaire told a joint city...
‘Leaving a Legacy’ with a new mural in Great Bend
A new mural has emerged on the Golden Belt Community Foundation building in downtown Great Bend. With $30 million in assets and more than 180 funds, the Community Foundation helps support non-profit organizations and make it easy for charitable giving for donors. Executive Director Jason Murray said the mural represents...
Lawrence school board approves maximum budget for 2024-25, including slight property tax rate increase
Property taxes will slightly rise with the increase of the Lawrence school district’s mill levy this year, which the school board initially approved Monday. With a vote of 6-0, board members on Monday unanimously approved the district’s maximum budget for publication for the 2024-25 year. The tentative new mill levy is 52.252, which is a .042-mill increase over last year’s approved rate of 52.210.
Rev’ your engines for a night of music and fun at Topeka Social
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Get ready for a night of music and fun at Topeka Social. The new event venue will host a ‘Bike Harder Rally’ Saturday September 7, at 7pm. The rally will feature two local bands and all are welcome, not just though who ride motorcycles. Several food trucks will also be onsite to offer various meals and treats.
Topeka’s Mayor says a police chief should be hired by early November
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “You know, I think its very important for us to give the community an opportunity to tell us what they think they’d like to see in their chief of police,” said Topeka Mayor Mike Padilla. The city published the publics feedback last week...
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