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Former KU Basketball Coach Ted Owens to Receive Prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award in his Home State

Friday, July 11

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Former Kansas men's basketball coach Ted Owens will receive the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame in a black-tie banquet to be held Monday, August 4, at the National Cowboy... Read More.

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential.NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

Dispatcher with Allen County Communications Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

FHSU Reveals 2025 Slate of Alumni Award Recipients

Wednesday, July 2

HAYS, Kan. — Fort Hays State University will honor six outstanding alumni during Homecoming weekend, which is scheduled for September 25-27.“This year, we're recognizing an incredible group of Fort Hays State alumni,” said FHSU President Dr. Tisa Mason, “Each award recipient embodies the definition... Read More.

Two Kansas Natives and Former Barton Cougars Honored as NJCAA Coaches Legacy Award Recipients

Wednesday, June 18

GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) - Former Barton Community College Head Coaches Ray Bechard and Mike Warren were recognized Tuesday as recipients of the Coaches Legacy Award presented by Nufabrx announced by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA).This is the first time in the... Read More.

Counsell Becomes First Kansas Player to Ever Win Rawlings Gold Glove Award

Wednesday, June 18

LAWRENCE, Kan. (KUAthletics.com) - Kansas baseball's Brady Counsell became the first player in school history to win a Rawlings Gold Glove Award on Wednesday. Counsell earned a spot on the 2025 ABCA/Rawlings NCAA Div. I Gold Glove team for his work at third base this... Read More.

Blue Dragon Men’s Golf’s Box Named Finalist for Gary Player Award

Wednesday, June 18

HUTCHINSON, Kan. (BlueDragonSports.com) - Hutchinson Community College national championship golfer Charlie Box has been named a finalist for the 2025 Gary Player International Golfer of the Year Award.Presented by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) and FlightScope, the award recognizes outstanding international student-athletes in... Read More.

The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce Presents May Small Business Award to Sugar Creek Boutique

Thursday, May 22

HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Sugar Creek Boutique’s story began where cattle and creativity met — at livestock shows with Shelby’s family. Noticing a lack of retail options for women at these events, Shelby saw an opportunity. What started as a small rack of clothing at... Read More.

Allen Community College Announces Inaugural Student Leadership Award Recipients

Monday, May 12

IOLA, Kan. — Allen Community College has announced the recipients of their inaugural Student Leadership Award.The award aims to highlight students who inspire others, contribute positively to their environment, and take on leadership roles that benefit the broader college community,Recipients are nominated by Allen... Read More.

NCCC Academic Award Winners Announced for 2024-2025

Monday, May 12

CHANUTE/OTTAWA, Kan. — Neosho County Community College (NCCC) recognized outstanding Class of 2025 graduates during Academic Awards Ceremonies held on the Chanute and Ottawa campuses last week.Awards were given to outstanding graduates in each discipline or program, selected by the program director. Students who... Read More.

Boot Hill Casino Announces $10,000 Annual Scholarship and Award to Fort Hays State University

Monday, May 12

DODGE CITY, Kan. (May 5, 2025) — Boot Hill Casino & Resort managed by BHCMC, LLC, a subsidiary of Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS), proudly announces a new partnership between its charitable giving initiative, the Boot Hill TRAIL Program, and Fort Hays State University... Read More.

Jared Jones with Lyons Receives Kansas Municipal Utilities’ Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence

Tuesday, April 29

McPHERSON, Kan. — Jared Jones, Public Works Director for Lyons, Kansas, was presented with the 2025 Wastewater Operator Award of Excellence by Kansas Municipal Utilities (KMU). KMU is the statewide association of community-owned and operated electric, gas, water, and wastewater utilities in Kansas. Jones... Read More.