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Madison’s Boomtown Cafe to close, future of Harry C’s Gasoline Alley to be evaluated
One eatery in downtown Madison is closing its doors, and the long-term future of another is unclear. Boomtown Cafe will close after lunch Aug. 2 after 14 months of operation. In a social media post, the restaurant says “we simply are not generating enough sales to support continued operations.” Owners are encouraging people who may be interested in taking over the Boomtown operations to reach out and discuss plans.
Unbound Gravel lottery opens two months early, ensuring riders are 'more prepared than ever'
Registration for the 2025 Unbound Gravel will open on Friday, November 1, 2024, and close two weeks later, on November 15. Lottery winners will be announced on November 21, 2024.
It’s officially official: Denim and Diamonds signature event sells out
This time, there are no more tickets left. Newman Regional Health has no more room to add people for its Denim and Diamonds signature event Aug. 2. Events Coordinator Saylor Middleton says there has been “overwhelming” interest, both before an initial sellout announcement earlier this month and after a handful of seats were made available.
Audio – Thursday – 07-25-24
Newsmaker: Bella Turner of WEACT previews “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” which runs at the Emporia Granada Theatre Thursday through Saturday./ESU Buzz./Newsmaker 2: Emporia Public Library Director Pauline Stacchini discusses the transition from summer to fall activities and programs./ITG-In the Garden with Lyon County Extension horticulturist Travis Carmichael.
Audio – Wednesday – 07-24-24
Newsmaker: Jeanna Scheve previews the latest Front Porch Jam, the Argabright’s Honor Flight and Olpe Fitness Park Jam./Managing Your Money w/ ESB Financial/Newscast: Clarence Frye and McKenzie Nix preview the Bridging the Gap Community Resource Fair at Flinthills Mall on July 31./Newsmaker 2: NRH CEO Cathy Pimple and Director of Business Steven Bazan discuss strategic partnerships./On-Air Chat: Lyon County State Bank with information on scammers accessing personal information.
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