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Rep. Mann Addresses America’s Mandate, Outlook for 119th Congress

Wednesday, November 20

By the Office of United State Congressman Tracey Mann WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (KS-01) spoke on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives for the first time since Americans delivered an Election Day mandate by electing President Donald J. Trump... Read More.

Two Kansas Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools: Sterling Grade School, Overbrook Attendance Center

Wednesday, November 20

By the Kansas State Department of Education TOPEKA, Kan. — The National ESEA Distinguished Schools Program has recognized two Kansas schools for exceptional student achievement in 2024. Sterling Grade School, Sterling USD 376, was recognized for Category 1: Exceptional student performance and academic growth for... Read More.

Evergy Participates in Utility Scam Awareness Week

Wednesday, November 20

By Evergy, Inc. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Evergy is proud to join United Utilities Against Scams to recognize today as Utility Scam Awareness Day, Wednesday, November 20. Scammers are becoming more deceptive thanks to technology. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports scammers used phone, in-person, and... Read More.

Tabor College Students Take First in NATS Competition

Wednesday, November 20

By Brenna Eller HILLSBORO, Kan. — Three Tabor College students achieved first-place victories, and four others were named finalists in their divisions at the West Central NATS Competition held at Wichita State University Nov. 8-9, 2024. Betsy George (Grad., Omaha, Neb.), Aden Frederick (JR, Scott City,... Read More.

Barton Community College to Present Holiday Concert; First Class of Hall of Fame to be Initiated

Wednesday, November 20

By Joe Vinduska, Barton Community College GREAT BEND, Kan. — The Barton Performing Arts Department invites the community to enjoy nostalgic, holiday-themed entertainment as well as the induction of the first members of the Fine and Performing Arts Hall of Fame at its annual holiday... Read More.

Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary Tour Heads Dodge City in 2025

Tuesday, November 19

WITH OPENING ACT EMILY ANN ROBERTS By United Wireless Arena and The Boot Hill Casino Conference Center DODGE CITY, Kan. — United Wireless Arena, managed by VenuWorks, is excited to announce that country music legend, CLINT BLACK will be coming to Dodge City on Saturday, February... Read More.

Lyons City Council Approves New City Administrator Contract with Troy Houtman

Tuesday, November 19

By Lucky Kidd LYONS, Kan. — The Lyons City Council has approved a contract with Troy Houtman to be the new City Administrator. Houtman, who assumed the position Tuesday brings 30 years of experience to the position, most recently he has served nearly 10 years... Read More.

Sterling College to Host Nick Sowers as Criminal Justice Keynote Speaker Tuesday, Nov. 19

Monday, November 18

By Sterling College STERLING, Kan. — The Sterling College Criminal Justice program will host Nick Sowers, Rice County Sheriff-Elect, for its keynote lecture on Tuesday, November 19. The College will host Sowers at 7 p.m. in Heritage Hall in Cooper Hall. The public is invited... Read More.

Iola’s 1370 AM KIOL Heard from North Finland

Monday, November 18

By Brenna Eller IVALO, North Fin. — Tuomo Vesala, a 59-year-old carpenter, recently reached out to Ad Astra Radio to confirm an audio recording he caught of 1370 AM at 7:00 a.m. (Central Standard Time) on Jan. 4, 2021. "I was happy and lucky to hear... Read More.

Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Monday, November 18

Program can help qualifying Evergy customers pay their bills By Evergy, Inc. TOPEKA, Kan. — Starting today, Evergy Kansas customers who need financial assistance keeping their heat on this winter can apply for the 2025 Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). Kansans can apply Monday, November 18... Read More.

Salvation Army of Hutchinson 2024 Red Kettle Kickoff Thursday, Nov. 21

Sunday, November 17

By the Salvation Army of Hutchinson HUTCHISON, Kan. — The Salvation Army’s bells have returned to Reno County. Come and join The Salvation Army for their 2024 Red Kettle Kickoff on November 21 at Grasshopper Park! Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies, and Christmas carols. The... Read More.

UPDATE: Findings of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Salina

Friday, November 15

By the Kansas Bureau of Investigation SALINA, Kan. — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) completed its investigation into the July 24 officer-involved shooting resulting in the death of Jesse Wray, of Salina. KBI’s investigation included shooting reconstruction, forensic testing of evidence, interviews of witnesses and... Read More.

Rep. Mann Addresses America’s Mandate, Outlook for 119th Congress

Two Kansas Schools Recognized as National ESEA Distinguished Schools: Sterling Grade School, Overbrook Attendance Center

Evergy Participates in Utility Scam Awareness Week

Tabor College Students Take First in NATS Competition

Barton Community College to Present Holiday Concert; First Class of Hall of Fame to be Initiated

Clint Black’s 35th Anniversary Tour Heads Dodge City in 2025

Lyons City Council Approves New City Administrator Contract with Troy Houtman

Sterling College to Host Nick Sowers as Criminal Justice Keynote Speaker Tuesday, Nov. 19

Iola’s 1370 AM KIOL Heard from North Finland

Applications now open for Kansas Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP)

Salvation Army of Hutchinson 2024 Red Kettle Kickoff Thursday, Nov. 21

UPDATE: Findings of Fatal Officer-Involved Shooting in Salina

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