Downtown streetcar service restarts after early repairs near 16th and Main
Downtown Kansas City streetcar service is back online after an approximately 18-hour suspension tied to a damaged section of track near 16th and Main, according to KMBC 9.
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Sidewalk work slated for Comanche Street in Dodge City starts Monday
New sidewalk construction on Comanche Street is set to begin Monday in Dodge City. Western Kansas News reports the City of Dodge City announced the project to add a sidewalk along Comanche Street between…
Emporia leaders weigh rezoning steps for proposed data center amid questions raised in federal bankruptcy testimony
Emporia’s city and volunteer planning officials are set to consider major rezoning steps for a proposed data center after sworn testimony surfaced in a federal bankruptcy proceeding involving the businessman…
Topeka welcomes Women’s Walk Across America as relay continues toward Washington, D.C.
A cross-country relay focused on women’s rights paused in Topeka Saturday morning as participants continued a months-long journey to Washington, D.C. KSNT 27 News reports the Women’s Walk Across America…
Kansas families get simple tips to curb summer natural gas use
As summer temperatures climb, Kansas Gas Service is encouraging customers to look for straightforward ways to manage household energy costs and improve efficiency at home. The utility says small adjustments…
Salina Public Library opens redesigned youth space for kids and families
Salina Public Library marked the grand opening of a redesigned youth services department, creating a downstairs space where children can browse books and have multiple ways to spend time in one area, NewsRadio…
Douglas County Fair returns with derby, carnival fun, pony rides and cornhole
The 2026 Douglas County Fair is set to bring back popular crowd favorites, including a demolition derby, a carnival, pony rides, and cornhole tournaments, along with more family-friendly activities.
Kansas City Fringe Festival brings 200+ shows to seven venues through July 26
More than 200 performances and 400 performers are set to fill seven venues in Kansas City as the Fringe Festival returns for its 22nd year, bringing together film, music, dance, comedy and live theatre for a…
Salina’s Leadsled Spectacular still needs volunteers for Oakdale Park car show
Visit Salina is still looking for volunteers to help with the KKOA Leadsled Spectacular Car Show, a signature summer event in Salina. The show runs Friday through Sunday, July 24–26, at Oakdale Park.
Van Go apprentices add 20 public benches across Lawrence, unveiling them at Benchmark
Apprentice artists with Van Go have created 20 new benches for clients around town, and they’re now preparing to unveil the latest additions at the upcoming Benchmark event in Lawrence, Kansas.