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Rise Up Reno’s Annual Youth Empowerment Summit Scheduled Monday Canceled for Safety

Sunday, January 14

By Lucky Kidd RENO COUNTY, Kan. — Rise Up Reno's annual Youth Empowerment Summit scheduled for Monday has been canceled for safety reasons. Executive Director Carla Smith said Sunday afternoon the decision to cancel was made based on below freezing temperatures and travel concerns for attendees... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Sundowner West MHP, Saline County

Sunday, January 14

By the Kansas Department of Health and Environment TOPEKA, Kan. – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County. Customers should observe the following precautions... Read More.

Patrick Mahomes Leads Chiefs to 26-7 Playoff Win over Dolphins in Near-Record Low Temp

Sunday, January 14

BY DAVE SKRETTA KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — It was so cold that Patrick Mahomes’ helmet shattered on a hit. Andy Reid’s mustache froze on the sideline. Fans and players alike huddled for warmth, trying their best to... Read More.

Fourth Quarter Surge Leads Kansas Women Over Oklahoma State

Sunday, January 14

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) – The Kansas Jayhawks outscored Oklahoma State 25-12 in the fourth quarter to overcome an 11-point second half deficit and claim a 70-64 victory on Saturday night at Allen Fieldhouse. BOX SCORE Kansas picked up its second home win of the... Read More.

K-State Women Take Down Texas, as Lee Reaches Scoring Milestone

Sunday, January 14

MANHATTAN, Kansas (KStateSports.com) – In a game featuring 12 lead changes and 11 ties, (12/12) K-State secured its second top-10 win of the season, as the Wildcats downed (10/10) Texas at Bramlage Coliseum on Saturday afternoon, 61-58. This was K-State's 11th straight victory,... Read More.

Late Run Lifts Texas Tech Past K-State, 60-59

Sunday, January 14

LUBBOCK, Texas (KStateSports.com) – Texas Tech used a 14-4 game-ending run, including a game-deciding 3-point play from senior Joe Toussaint with 30 seconds to play, to continue its home winning streak over Kansas State with a 60-59 victory on Saturday before 14,856 fans... Read More.

Winning State Debate Again: McPherson High School Defends 4A 4-Speaker Title

Saturday, January 13

By Lucky Kidd McPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson High School has defended its 4A 4-speaker state title once again. The Bullpup debaters went undefeated Saturday in the state tournament in Tonganoxie, edging Bishop Miege which lost just two matches in the two day tournament. Buhler Placed 3rd... Read More.

No. 3 Kansas Powers Past No. 9 Oklahoma, 78-66

Saturday, January 13

LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) — Kevin McCullar had 15 of his 21 points in the second half as No. 3 Kansas surged past No. 9 Oklahoma 78-66 Saturday at Allen Fieldhouse, extending its winning streak over the Sooners to six games. BOX SCORE Hunter Dickinson led... Read More.

Bullpups sweep Augusta & Mulvane in Back-to-Back Days to Kick Off 2024

Saturday, January 13

McPHERSON, Kan. - The McPherson Bullpup varsity teams looked to build off of a successful first semester of basketball with back-to-back days of AVCTL D3 games after multiple postponements. McPherson was originally scheduled to return Friday, Jan. 5 on the road against Circle, but the games... Read More.

Bethany College Receives Historic $10 Million Gift from Roy and Donice ’73 Applequist

Friday, January 12

By Bethany College LINDSBORG, Kan. — On Friday, January 12, Interim President Steve Eckman announced a substantial ten-year gift of $10 million from longtime supporters Roy and Donice '73 Applequist, marking a historic contribution to Bethany College. In a heartfelt expression of dedication to Bethany... Read More.

2024 Kansas Horizon Award Program Recognizes 32 Kansas Educators

Friday, January 12

By the Kansas State Department of Education KANSAS — Thirty-two educators from Kansas are being recognized for their outstanding teaching skills through the 2024 Kansas Horizon Award program. The 2024 Kansas Horizon Award recipients were recently announced by the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE). The... Read More.

Buhler USD 313 Announces Horizon Award Winner Jenna Kimble

Friday, January 12

By Buhler USD 313 BUHLER, Kan. — Thursday morning USD 313 was honored to be part of recognizing Buhler's newest Horizon Award winner, Mrs. Jenna Kimble! Mrs. Kimble teaches 3rd grade at Union Valley and is so very deserving of this honor. The Kansas Horizon Award... Read More.