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TV Talk: WQED boss talks impact of $1.8 million fed funds loss
After Congress voted last week to defund the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, PBS and NPR, Pittsburgh’s WQED Multimedia announced an open-to-the-public “State of the Station” webinar to address the resulting $1.8 million federal funding cut,...

New Commander takes helm at Crane Army Ammunition Activity
CRANE – Crane Army Ammunition Activity (CAAA) welcomed its new commander, Col. Aaron M. Cornett, during a Change of Command ceremony held on July 17. Col. Cornett assumes leadership of the vital defense facility, succeeding Col. Franyate Taylor....

Review: OAT’s ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ delights with whimsy and magic
Summer has eased her way into the Ozarks, and while the sun adds her warmth, the cultural and political climates continue to leave much to be desired. Talk of division, war, lies, and deception invades from every news banner. Unease is the center...

Agreement Would Raises Utility Rate 9.6%,
A unanimous settlement agreement filed Tuesday at the Kansas Corporation Commission raises Evergy Kansas residential base rates by 9.6%. A residential customer using about 900 kilowatt hours will see a net increase of about $9 per month on their...

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Tuesday, July 22
Canadian equities started the new week on a muted note as investors remained cautious ahead of a packed earnings calendar and key economic updates later this week. Despite reaching a fresh all-time high in intraday trading, the S&P/TSX Composite...

TR Library project hits 65% milestone with one year to go
MEDORA, N.D. — The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) plans to host its grand opening on July 4, 2026, aligning with the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. A spokesperson confirmed that President Donald Trump and all...

Animal Doctor: Air conditioners change air quality
DEAR READERS: Many of us have had to switch on our air conditioners during this summer’s heat waves. When I did so, I soon experienced mild vertigo! The ionization of the air in my home had been changed by the electrical cooling device, increasing...

Garmin Unveils Its Latest Distance Measuring Equipment
Distance Measuring Equipment (DME) is about to become more accessible for pilots who use Garmin products. On Wednesday, the Olathe, Kansas-based company announced the release of the GDM 4500 and GDM 450R, both state-of-the-art, remote-mount DME...

Positive Aging
Research shows that having a positive outlook on aging can add up to 7.5 years to your life. When we embrace aging with optimism, we are more likely to focus on opportunities rather than limitations. A positive mindset helps you stay motivated,...

Nebraska sues Colorado over how much water it’s drawing from South Platte River
OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska is suing Colorado over the amount of water it draws from the South Platte River, the latest in a long history of water rights disputes between the states that have been left increasingly dry by climate change. Nebraska Gov....

Este es el verano de las inundaciones en EE.UU. y los científicos saben por qué
Por Andrew Freedman, CNN El verano, antes sinónimo de descanso y esparcimiento, se ha convertido cada vez más en una estación marcada por la ansiedad y las perturbaciones. La contaminación por combustibles fósiles —junto con otros factores que se...

Trade Deadline Starting Pitching Shark Tank
With dramatic music playing, a man in a suit walks down a long hallway with fish tanks lining the hallway and several spotlights pointed at the floor. He enters a large room and says something super corny to the ultra-rich investors he’s trying to...

190th Air Refueling Wing Supports International Flood Relief Mission in Texas
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany- Airmen from the 190th Air Refueling Wing, Topeka KS, transported 12 firefighters, four K-9 handlers and four search and rescue dogs from the Czech Emergency Response Team from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, to Texas, July...

Unsung Heroes: How Athletes Lead When Few Are Watching
NEW ORLEANS, LA - JUNE 10, 2005: Former NFL player Warrick Dunn with the Pania family, whose lives ... More were touched by his generosity. Dunn was named the 2005 "Good Guy in Sports" by the Sporting News for placing over 50 single mothers in...

Music: The sounds of Dan Dingman
Cade Barker / cade@thereflector.com A life of music by way of stringed instruments began at the age of 3 years old as Battle Ground resident Dan Dingman started with a plastic toy ukulele. With an eight year gap between Dingman and his next older...

The first look of Ted Lasso season 4 raises anticipation, but Phil Dunster’s status brings concerns
Apple TV+ has officially kicked off production on Ted Lasso season 4, giving fans a sneak peek at what’s next for the upcoming season of the comedy series. Since its debut in 2020, Ted Lasso has gained widespread recognition for its blend of...

Topekan dies at Council Grove Lake
A 66-year-old Topeka man was found deceased July 19 in Council Grove Lake. The man was recovered and pronounced dead around 11:30 p.m. after an extensive search. A Topeka man is thought to have accidentally drowned after his body was found late...

Storms and increased rainfall hit Lawrence during extreme heat
Share this post or save for later So far this month, Lawrence has received 3 more inches of rain than on average, according to a meteorologist with the National Weather Service. NWS meteorologist Shawn Byrne said Lawrence Municipal Airport...

UG says city's infrastructure worked as designed during last week's flood
KSHB 41 reporter Rachel Henderson covers neighborhoods in Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties. Share your story idea with Rachel. — Unified Government officials held a press conference Monday to talk about the city's response to Thursday’s heavy...

Tavia Hunt's four-word tribute echoes through NFL community after family tragedy
The Kansas City Chiefs' first family, Clark and Tavia Hunt, is navigating an unthinkable tragedy that has shaken their faith-rooted foundation. Known for their deep Christian values and philanthropic work, the Hunts are now united in mourning...