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Topeka Civic Theatre continues to pour into the younger generation 25 years since opening its doors at Sheffel Theatre
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka Civic Theatre celebrated its 25-year anniversary at Sheffel Theatre this week and since opening the building, it has allowed them to cultivate the next generation of performers. The Academy Program has become a major aspect of the theatre’s legacy. Through junior shows during the year...
Marquette history event July 9 in Lindsborg
LINDSBORG, Kan. — The Smoky Valley Historical Association invites you to a program celebrating the 150th anniversary of the community of Marquette--a short 15-minute drive from Lindsborg!. Allan Lindsfors will be giving a history of the settling and development of Marquette including the 1905 tornado. Allan, a former Marquette...
Application window now open to join Lyon County Master Gardeners
If you are looking to join the Lyon County Master Gardeners your window of opportunity is now open. In a news release earlier this week, Lyon County Research and Extension announced the application window for the group is now open through the end of the month. Applications are available at the Lyon County Extension Office, 2632 US Highway 50 in Emporia, and are due by July 31.
Vehicle Fire On South Main
At approximately 1:26 pm on July 6, the Fort Scott Fire Department was dispatched to Citizens Bank, 2207 S. Main, parking lot for a report of a vehicle on fire. FSFD arrived on scene to find a Chevrolet truck with heavy flames and smoke from the engine and interior compartment.
Kansas State football adds to Fourth of July fireworks with pair of weekend commitments
Kansas State football's successful Fourth of July weekend continued Saturday when the Wildcats received a commitment from speedy Arkansas running back Monterrio Elston. Elston, a three-star prospect from Parkview Magnet in Little Rock, announced his decision on Instagram, picking the Wildcats over Arkansas and Missouri. He is K-State's 14th pledge of the 2025 recruiting cycle and the second of the holiday weekend, joining Kansas City, Missouri, defensive back RJ Collins, who committed Thursday.
Kansas State Redshirt Junior Damian Ilalio: Big 12 Standout and Academic Honoree
In a countdown to the 2024 kickoff, BracketCat highlights Kansas State defensive tackle Damian Ilalio, a redshirt junior from Manhattan, Kansas, standing at 6-2 and 300 lbs., currently projected as second-string. Damian Ilalio made a career-high of three tackles in a game against NC State last season. Ilalio had nine...
LaRocca’s Pizza to be featured on nationwide food roadshow
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A local pizza restaurant will be the next star of America’s Best Restaurants (ABR). On Monday, July 8, ABR plans to visit LaRocca’s Pizza and get a behind the scenes look at some popular dishes and hear from the owners. ABR is a national media and marketing company that focuses on highlighting […]
Topeka shelter suspects more pets to be found following the Fourth of July
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Many pets dread the Fourth of July, due to the fireworks. And this year’s no different. Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) in Topeka says the number of lost pets is on par with last year. They expect the numbers to go up through the weekend. “Last year on this day, July 5th, […]
Saline County residents share testimony for better broadband access at recent Broadband Community Forum
In the early 1900s, electricity swept across the country, bringing light bulbs, telecommunications and other luxuries to high-end homes and businesses — today, electricity is in almost every building, even public restrooms at local parks. What was once considered a luxury became a household necessity by the mid-1900s, and...
PHOTOS: Water Main work on Severance
Work is continued being done on the water main pipe between 17th Ave. and 23rd Ave. on Severance Street. The street has been closed since April 18, and has undergone several delays in repair due to weather and contractor hirings. “On April 18, a significant break occurred in the 24-inch...
Newton mill and overlay projects to start July 10
NEWTON, Kan. — The City of Newton's annual mill and overlay will begin this week with Medical Center Drive. The contractor, Pearson Construction, will begin milling off asphalt on Wednesday, July 10. City crews will do base pavement patching the following day, and then Pearson will begin the asphalt overlay. Pearson plans to work one lane at a time. They will use a flagging crew to stop traffic and flag drivers around the construction as needed.
⚾ Hutch Monarchs win in Great Bend
GREAT BEND, Kan. - The Hutchinson Monarchs returned to action Friday night after having their game at Derby rained out and postponed on Wednesday. Hutchinson defeated the Great Bend Bat Cats 10-3 at Al Burns park in Great Bend. Details of that contest were unavailable from poinstreak or social media.
Deep Dive: Heels' Trip to Kansas and History at Top Programs
Anticipation for North Carolina’s trip to Kansas on November 8 will be sky high as the game approaches in four months, and rightfully so. Two of the top three college basketball programs of all time squaring off in perhaps the most storied building in the sport is something to celebrate, cherish, and look forward to. It will also mean UNC has played true road games at the other six blueblood programs this century.
Davis Aesthetics expands services in SW Kansas
Those looking for a wellness clinic in Southwest Kansas now have another option to choose from for their needs. Davis Aesthetics and Primary Care (DAPC) was established in January 2023 and opened in Sublette as Beauty & Beyond. The practice has since grown, and the entity was combined in November 2023 as DAPC.
Video: Overland Park's Star Spangled Spectacular fireworks celebration
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — A day after Independence Day, Overland Park's annual Star Spangled Spectacular was held at Corporate Woods Founders' Park. Muddy conditions and rain forced the postponement of the show for 24 hours. You can watch the full display above.
Star Spangled Spectacular wows after rain delay
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - Corporate Woods was plenty busy Friday night after a flooded creek postponed the city’s fireworks show and canceled the festival portion. The performers and vendors had other gigs, so it turned into more of a picnic and tailgate environment with a cool breeze as the sun set behind the tall office buildings and tree-lined grassy areas. American flag apparel was still apparent. After all, the real show isn’t on a stage, it’s in the sky once night falls.
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