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Farmers, Food Systems Highlight 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference

Friday, November 14

Regional event set for Jan. 8-10 in St. Joseph, Mo. MANHATTAN, Kan. — Organizers of a three-day conference drawing growers, researchers and community leaders from across the Midwest say the early January event will help strengthen regional food systems.The 2026 Great Plains Growers Conference,... Read More.

Clevenger’s Heroics Highlight Late Surge in Women’s Basketball’s Narrow Loss to Southwestern

Monday, November 10

McPherson, Kan. — The Central Christian College of Kansas women's basketball team delivered a fourth-quarter rally for the ages on Saturday afternoon but ultimately fell just short, 62–57, to Southwestern College inside the Jerry E Alexander Arena.Trailing by 20 points with just over seven... Read More.

K-State to Highlight Nutrition Calculator During Annual Swine Day Nov. 20

Thursday, October 30

University's swine nutrition team says tool will help producers increase profitability MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas State University swine experts have created a new swine calculator that they say can help producers increase profitability on their farms. The tool, which can be found online at... Read More.

Volleyball Finishes Season at Regionals; Cross Country and Football Postseason Near for Smoky Valley

Wednesday, October 22

LINDSBORG, Kan. – As the fall sports season continues to wind down for Smoky Valley, here's an update on the recent happenings for the Vikings sports teams. FOOTBALL Smoky Valley had a big bounce back win over Nickerson this past Friday night to finish out their... Read More.

Viking Tennis Finishes Season at Regionals; Volleyball & Cross Country on Stretch Run

Tuesday, October 14

LINDSBORG, Kan. – Fall sports are starting to wind down for Smoky Valley in 2025. The girls tennis team finished their season this past weekend, while it's been a busy last couple weeks for the other fall sports. FOOTBALL Smoky Valley has had tough outings in... Read More.

Tennis Season Winding Down; Viking Fall Sports Season Rolls On

Tuesday, September 30

LINDSBORG, Kan. – Fall sports continue to keep things busy at Smoky Valley as the football team opened district play this Friday night and volleyball and girls tennis had early week competition this past week. FOOTBALL The Vikings opened their 3A District 6 schedule on the... Read More.

Four Weekend Home Games Highlight K-State’s 2025-26 Big 12 Men’s Basketball Schedule

Tuesday, September 23

MANHATTAN, Kan. – Weekend home dates with BYU, Kansas, Iowa State and TCU highlight Kansas State's Big 12 Conference-only schedule, which was released by the league office on Tuesday afternoon (Sept. 23).The 2026 Big 12 schedule marks a return to an 18-game format after using... Read More.

Smoky Valley Battles Against Tough Competition

Tuesday, September 23

LINDSBORG, Kan. – It was another busy week for Smoky Valley varsity sports. Hope Willems continues to standout for Viking cross country while the volleyball, girls tennis and football teams also competed against tough competition. FOOTBALL The Vikings started the season 2-0 with wins over Larned... Read More.

Volleyball Finishes 3rd at Southeast; Football Wins Big to Highlight Busy Week at Smoky Valley

Tuesday, September 16

LINDSBORG, Kan. – The past week was another very busy one for Smoky Valley athletics. The Vikings saw success in many realms as the football team erupted on offense in a big win and the volleyball team played seven matches and has already been... Read More.

Balanced attack, shutout highlight No. 7 Cougars’ conference opening win at Seward

Thursday, September 11

Rising two spots to No. 3 in the latest NJCAA poll, the Barton Community College volleyball team handled a road challenge Wednesday night with a 3–1 victory at Dodge City Community College (25-23, 25-16, 24-26, 25-11).Barton improves to 3-0 in league and 14-2 on... Read More.

Girls Tennis Win, Top 3 Girls Golf Finish, and Strong Volleyball Start Highlight First Week of Bullpup Sports

Monday, September 1

McPHERSON, Kan. - A Hesston Invitational win for Girls Tennis, a top 3 finish for Girls Golf in the 4A State Preview, and a 4-1 start to the season for Volleyball in the AVCTL Preseason Tournament highlight a strong start for McPherson High School Athletics... Read More.

Gehring’s Triple-Double Highlight Swedes Volleyball in Siouxland Invitational

Monday, August 25

NORTH SIOUX CITY, S.D. (BethanySwedes.com) - The Bethany College Swedes Women's Volleyball team opened the season on the road in Sioux City, S.D. to compete in the NAIA Siouxland Invitational. The Siouxland Invitational is a two-day event filled with some of the best volleyball... Read More.