11 months ago
The Lindsborg Arts Council will celebrate the Birger Sandzen Memorial Gallery director and studio artist Ron Michael as its 2025 Artist of the Year. A celebration event is planned during the LAC Arts Lovers Affair and Auction on Saturday, Feb. 8. According to the organization, anyone is welcome to attend from 7 to 9 p.m. at ...

11 months ago
Kansas officials are reaching out to President Trump and their Kansas constituents in sharing their well wishes and excitement for Trump's new administration. Donald Trump is now the 47th President of the United States. He was sworn in just after Noon Eastern. Trump is just the second president in U.S. history to serve non-consecutive terms. United ...

11 months ago
Tickets are now on sale for Kansas Wesleyan University’s annual “Night with the Yotes” event. According to KWU, the 2025 version of the event will be held Friday, Feb. 21, in Mabee Arena on campus. “We can’t wait for Night with the Yotes,” said Ken Oliver, executive vice president of advancement and university operations. “Every year, it ...

11 months ago
Light snow will develop Monday across portions of Kansas. According to the National Weather Service, the best odds of up to 1 inch of snow will be across portions of south central Kansas, but most locations can expect to see a trace. Along with the light snow, it will be dangerously cold.  Wind chills Monday morning will ...

11 months ago
A suspect is injured following an officer-involved shooting in Topeka. Authorities say 37-year-old Joseph Pham-Gardner was riding a bike near 21st Street and Southwest Buchanan Street on Friday when an officer tried to talk to him. Pham-Garnder allegedly tried to flee when the officer went back to his patrol car to check information, and a physical struggle ...

11 months ago
A trio of keynote speakers discussed the importance of protecting freedom, justice and democracy, in light of celebrating the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. On Sunday afternoon, a crowd gathered at the Grand Avenue United Methodist Church in Salina, for an MLK dedicated event "Mission Possible: Protecting Freedom, Justice and Democracy." Keynote speakers, Kirk Holt, ...

11 months ago
Kansas Wesleyan University will host a first responder wellness conference. According to KWU, this event will be one of the first of its kind in Kansas. It is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 13th,  in Fitzpatrick Auditorium on the KWU campus "The idea of first responder wellness is very important," said Professor Kelly (Hopkins) Moore, program director of Social ...

11 months ago
 An acclaimed pianist and educator will perform at Bethany College in Lindsborg. According to the school, Tony Lu will perform a special recital showcasing his exceptional artistry and unique interpretations.  Lu, an active chamber musician and seasoned educator, has performed at prestigious venues such as Lincoln Center in New York City, the Bennington Center for the Arts, and ...

11 months ago
Nonprofit founders in Kansas are now able to apply for the AARP Purpose Prize Award and have the chance to win $75,000 and a year of support and resources for their organization. According to the organization, this annual award recognizes extraordinary nonprofit founders age 50 or older who are using their knowledge and life experience to ...

11 months ago
High school students interested in law enforcement will have the opportunity this summer to see what law enforcement training and careers are like through the Cadet Law Enforcement Academy program. The Cadet Law program is hosted by the Kansas Highway Patrol and sponsored by the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. Cadet Law will ...

11 months ago
The 2025 Sunflower Biennial, an exhibition of young artists, debuts at the Salina Art Center later this month. According to the organization, The Sunflower Biennial is a juried exhibition of visual art to recognize artists in Kansas ages 15-24 for dedication, achievement, and contribution to exchanges that reveal life. Guided by the basic human experience of creativity, ...