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Dole VA facility to offer veterans shelter from summer heat
During hot summer temperatures, Veterans in Wichita and Sedgwick County will be able to go to the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center to get shelter and cool off. When the heat index exceeds 90 degrees, Veterans seeking relief should report to the Dole VA Emergency Department in Building 62 on the west side of the facility.
Calculating Kansas State football wins needed for College Football Playoff at-large bid
Kansas State football is benefitting from the anticipation of what Avery Johnson can be as a quarterback. K-State is being talked about a lot in the Big 12 when it comes to the Big 12 Championship and who might represent the conference when it comes time for the College Football Playoff selection show.
Wichitans make city officials proud on 4th of July
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Although there were some hiccups this 4th of July season, city officials say Wichita residents did a good job following the rules. Each year many people prepare for the holiday weeks in advance. Some not following the rules which results in a number of citations. Wichita...
Topeka library hosts workshop to build houses for Monarch butterflies
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Some of Topeka’s younger residents got in tune with nature Monday afternoon at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library. The library hosted a workshop to build houses for the monarch butterflies flying around the Capital City. Parts, paints, and flowers preferred by the winged critters were supplied.
‘We’re very blessed’: Dandy Deals bounces back after fire damages store in Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local thrift store is making a comeback after a fire caused tens of thousands of dollars worth of damage earlier this year. KSNT 27 News spoke with Jeremy Sann, owner of the Dandy Deals thrift store, who said he plans to hold a grand re-opening celebration later this month. This is […]
K-State marching band senior faces life-changing diagnosis
MANHATTAN, Kan. (KCTV) - College football will soon fill Saturdays with electric plays, screaming fans, and the soundtrack of the fall: marching bands. “We put in so many hours, that by the time that we get to gameday, we know that we can do it,” said Zoe Schumacher, a senior in Kansas State’s band. “We always just put on a good show.”
Drinkwitz, Klieman, Leipold each make Dodd Trophy Watch List ahead of 2024 season
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The college football programs at KU, K-State and Mizzou are in good hands heading into the 2024 season. On Monday, the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation released its preseason watch list for the 2024 Dodd Trophy, given to the most successful coach each season who stresses the importance of scholarship, leadership and integrity while also having success on the field.
Local hospitals report dozens of fireworks-related injuries
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Over three dozen children and several dozen adults were treated for fireworks-related injuries sustained throughout the week of the Fourth of July. The University of Kansas Health System (KU Health) encompasses the Burnett Burn Center and three locations in Olathe, Liberty and Miami County. Between...
Sneaker convention coming to Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Sneakerheads can add to their collections and meet fellow enthusiasts at an upcoming event coming to the Stormont Vail Events Center. The Sneakers Travelers Sneaker Convention will come to Topeka later this month. The event will let attendees discover a variety of items such as sneakers, vintage goods, trading cards, art, toys, […]
Melissa Etheridge Recalls Performing in Prisons as a 12-Year-Old in ‘I’m Not Broken’ Clip
Melissa Etheridge is documenting her special concert to uplift the incarcerated women at Topeka Correctional Facility in a new two-part series, Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken.Dua Lipa, Doja Cat, Gwen Stefani & More Set for 2024 iHeartRadio Music Festival In a preview clip shared exclusively with Billboard, the rock icon recalls performing at prisons as a child. “When I was 12 years old, I had just played the guitar and I had been writing folk songs. It’s 1973, and we played the VA Center, which was interesting,” she revealed. “Then, we had been asked to do the show at the federal penitentiary....
Hutchinson native ready to compete in U.S. Adaptive Open Golf Championship
NEWTON, Kan. (KSNW) — Hutchinson native Kirk Holmberg has been addicted to the game of golf his entire life. Holmberg explained, “I’ve been playing since before high school and played in college at Hutchinson CC, and I’ve played in a lot of events also.” However, a couple of years ago, Holmberg’s life was turned upside […]
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