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JC Post
Downtown JC Happenings | Dec 15 - Dec 21, 2025
Main Street | Downtown JC Happenings | Dec 15 - Dec 21, 2025. ● Santa’s Downtown Dash: Meet Mr. & Mrs. Claus: The Clauses are dashing through Downtown Junction City! On Wednesday, December 17, Mr. and Mrs. Claus are making special stops at your favorite local shops to find the perfect gifts for their hardworking elves — and they’d love to see you along the way!
KWCH.com
Popular Newton restaurant, The Breadbasket closing after 41 years
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A longtime Newton restaurant known for its traditional German Mennonite food is preparing to close its doors after more than four decades in business. The Breadbasket, located at 219 N. Main St., has been serving the community for 41 years and has become a staple for families across the area. The restaurant is especially known for its German Mennonite buffet, featuring dishes like sauerkraut, German sausage, green bean soup, verenika, cherry moos, zwieback, and more. The restaurant will serve its final German buffet on Friday and Saturday, December 19 and 20, from 4 to 8 p.m. Its final Sunday buffet will be offered on December 21st. Regular menu items will continue through December 24. After Christmas Eve, the restaurant will remain open only until remaining food is sold and the kitchen is cleared.
KSNT News
Holiday events around Manhattan, Fort Riley and Junction City
MANHATTAN (KSNT) – Working for you, we’ve compiled a list of holiday events in and around Manhattan, Fort Riley and Junction City happening in 2025. This December, there are several events in the area offering family-friendly celebrations, holiday crafts and opportunities to meet Santa and other characters. These include opportunities for entertainment, family fun and […]
Salina Journal
Cozy Inn to finish sign, while Salina appeals court decision
The City of Salina is set to appeal a ruling by a court regarding the Cozy Inn situation, but the more than century-old restaurant will be able to finish its hamburger-based sign. This comes after an agreement reached between the two parties that was approved by the city commission on Dec. 16. After a series of closed executive sessions across several meetings of the commission, attorney Todd Messenger, of Fairfield and Woods, the firm from Denver hired in the case, said the parties met with Kansas Justice Institute, the counsel for the Cozy and its owner Steven Howard, to resolve the disagreements shown in the case. "Earlier today, we reached agreement with counsel regarding a path forward," Messenger said. Salina to appeal decision to 10th Circuit Court Details of the agreement include that the city will file a notice of appeal to the 10th Circuit Court to provide clarity moving forward for both parties, in addition to others in the nation, when it comes to mural and sign codes. "There are lots of municipalities across the country, including maybe even dozens in the state of Kansas, that use a very comparable definition (of signs)," Messenger said. "This is now a
ksal.com
Central Selected to Present Musical
Salina Central High School Theatre students have been selected to perform a musical at a gathering of their peers. According to the school, the adjudication committee of the Kansas Thespian Festival has selected Central to present their musical of “Catch Me If You Can” to the 2026 Kansas Thespian Festival on January 8th at the Mary Jane Teall Theater in Century II in Wichita. This honor comes from having their show adjudicated among other productions from around the state and earning one of five production spots.
Salina Post
🎥 Salina Tuba Christmas put on another show for 2025, next performance Brass concert Dec. 20
The Salina Tuba Christmas band put on yet another great show, playing fan favorite Christmas carols for the 2025 season. The band consisted of 40 players, which was the largest since it started 15 years ago at the Central Mall. Players came from Augusta High School, Fort Hays State University,...
ksal.com
VIDEO: TubaChristmas Takes Over Mall
A large group of musicians with large brass instruments took over the food court at the Salina Central Mall on Saturday. The musicians came from all across Kansas, and from as far away as Oklahoma City, to be a part of “TubaChristmas” in Salina. Players came from nearly a dozen communities including:
Hutch Post
Old Chicago leaders highlight community focus as Hutchinson Location Opens
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — As Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom officially opens its newest Kansas location inside the Hilton Garden Inn and Convention Center, two leaders behind the project say the goal from the start has been clear: build a restaurant that reflects Hutchinson’s identity, serves both travelers and local residents, and contributes meaningfully to the community.
Salina Post
Salina Adult Education Center celebrating 45 years with powerful exhibit at Salina Art Center
Salina Adult Education Center (SAEC) will be celebrating 45 years with a special art exhibit to commemorate several students, graduates, staff and community partners. : SAEC prepping for big events: Seeking continual support. Starting January 7 - February 8, SAEC will display "A Peace of My Mind" at the Salina...