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The Kansas City Star

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Cindy Holscher isn't Laura Kelly-style moderate. How may she lead Kansas differently?

When Laura Kelly campaigned for a second term as Kansas governor in 2022, the Democratic candidate filmed an advertisement of herself walking in the middle of a street . The symbolism highlighted Kelly’s bipartisan approach as the state’s top executive, staying in the middle of the road politically to bring stability to a state that was reeling from budget issues when she arrived. “Like most Kansans, I’m not too far right or too far left,” Kelly said in the ad. “I’ve always been pretty middle of the road, and that’s how I’ve governed.” The pitch worked for Kelly in 2022, earning her a second term that seemingly catapulted her to become the most popular politician in Kansas in statewide polling . This summer, she thought another middle-of-the-road Democrat would be needed to keep the position in the hands of the political party, calling the state “extraordinarily moderate.” However, Democratic Overland Park state Sen. Cindy Holscher appears to have proved her wrong . Holscher, who styled herself as a populist and anti-establishment candidate, is expected to become the next governor after courting progressive voters and pitching herself as the best check on “extremist” Republicans in the Kansas Legislature during the primary

Kansas · 2d

Salina Post

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Saturday Coronado Heights event Postponed

LINDSBORG, KAN. - Starry, Starry Night at Coronado Heights is postponed due to weather. The forecast for Saturday night is for extensive cloud cover causing event organizers to postpone the event to NOVEMBER 21. All shuttle reservations will be transferred to the new date with the same timed schedule. If...

Lindsborg, KS · 1d

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7 Brew building nears completion on South Ninth Street in Salina

The 7 Brew Coffee building at 2530 S. Ninth Street was nearly complete Thursday, with its brick exterior, curved roofline and large front windows in place. A crew member worked on the roof while others worked on the ground beside the building. A large mobile crane was parked next to the structure, and roofing material was stacked in the dirt lot nearby. No 7 Brew signage was visible yet.

Salina, KS · 2d

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Meadowlark Marathon to Celebrate Newly Completed Trail

Runners from across the region will soon have the chance to break in a new recreational landmark when the First Meadowlark Marathon takes place on Saturday, April 10, 2027. Designed to celebrate community connection and the newly completed Meadowlark Trail, the event will bridge the neighboring cities of Lindsborg and McPherson. Organizers are welcoming runners of all skill levels by offering three distinct race distances: a full marathon (26.2 miles), a half marathon (13.1 miles), and a 5K (3.1 miles).

Lindsborg, KS · 2d

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Saline County moves ahead with plan to make 651 E. Prescott the new health department home, other county offices

Saline County is moving ahead with plans to renovate the building at 651 E. Prescott Avenue into the future home of the Saline County Health Department. The Saline County Commission on Tuesday, Nov. 10, approved agreements with the project's architect and construction manager. County documents say the building will also...

Saline County, KS · 3d

The Kansas City Star

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Kansas governor race, deadly U.S. 71 crash, Leawood investigation: Top KC stories

From the too-close-to-call Kansas governor race to a deadly crash on U.S. 71 , here’s a roundup of what’s making news in the Kansas City region. These are the top stories from The Kansas City Star: Johnson County began a mandated post-election audit Monday as the Kansas governor race between Democrat Cindy Holscher and Republican Ty Masterson remains too close to call, separated by just under 8,000 votes. Kansas and Alaska are the only two states where the 2026 governor race has not yet been decided, with a Nov. 16 deadline to complete the audit. A Washington state mother and her two young sons were killed when a semitractor-trailer failed to stop for congested traffic and struck their minivan on U.S. 71 Monday afternoon as the family drove to the airport. Olga Sorbalo, 35, and sons Luis, 8, and Samir, 4, of Vancouver, Washington, were identified by relatives, and a GoFundMe raised more than $86,000 in 14 hours. President Donald Trump has nominated former Kansas Gov. Jeff Colyer as ambassador to the United Arab Emirates , five months after Colyer dropped his bid for governor following Trump’s endorsement of Ty Masterson. Republican U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran congratulated Colyer and vowed

Kansas · 4d

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Salina Remembered: The Boy From Salina Whose Company Built America's Warplanes

Glenn L. Martin spent early childhood in Salina and later studied at Kansas Wesleyan. On Veterans Day, a look at the aircraft his company built for the men and women who served, from World War I bombers to the B-29 that ended World War II. Millions of Americans who served...

Salina, KS · 3d

Country Herald

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Kansas Snow Squalls: Topeka, KS Drivers Face Whiteout Risks

Kansas drivers should prepare for blowing snow, icy pavement and rapidly changing visibility.

Topeka, KS · 10h

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Cozy Victory Has Broader Implications

The lengthy legal fight over the Cozy Inn’s flying-saucer burger mural has reached its conclusion, following the ruling from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. Now, the City of Salina preparing to overhaul its local sign code. Sam MacRoberts, General Counsel and Litigation Director for the...

Salina, KS · 3d

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Four Bullpup Softball Players Make College Choices Official

McPHERSON, Kan. – Wednesday was the first Signing Day ceremony of the 2026-27 school year at McPherson High School. Four Bullpup softball players penned their name on the dotted line to play collegiately in 2027-28. Rylie Whitfield signed to play at the Division I level at Southeast Missouri State,...

Mcpherson, KS · 2d

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McPherson Native, Author to Sign New Novel at Twice Told Tales

Heaven in a Wildflower, a new historical novel by Cynthia Mines, is set in a Swedish-settled community in fictionalized McPherson County in the early 20th century. Mines, an MHS and McPherson College graduate, will sign copies of the book at Twice Told Tales during Ladies Night Out on Nov. 19 from 5 to 8 p.m. Custom ceramic coffee mugs with quotes from the book created by Daisy Friesen of rural McPherson will also be available at Twice Told Tales.

Mcpherson, KS · 2d

Salina Post

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KU and KSTATE sports latest after planes grounded

SALINA, KAN. - The Salina Post reached out to Kansas Jayhawk officials and Kansas State Wildcat officials regarding Saturday football games in the wake of the grounding of flights Friday afternoon. "We are grounded in Manhattan and have no further plans as of now," Kenny Lannou told the Salina Post...

Manhattan, KS · 21h

KSN News

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National signing day: Kansas high school athletes make commitments

KSN will be at several Kansas schools as student-athletes sign with college programs.

Kansas · 3d

Hays Post

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🏈 TMP-Marian's historic season ends with loss to Inman

HAYS - The TMP-Marian Monarchs could not overcome three first-half turnovers as their season came to an end with a 28-7 loss to the Inman Teutons in the sectional round of the Class 1A state playoffs Friday at Lewis Field in Hays. TMP (10-1) opened the game with the ball...

Hays, KS · 14h

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Three Bullpup Baseball Players Sign to Play Collegiately

McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson High School held their Signing Day ceremony for baseball and softball players on Wednesday. Three Bullpup baseball players signed to play at the college level for the 2027-28 school year. All three will be playing in the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference as Carter Bengtson...

Mcpherson, KS · 2d

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Animal Control Officer Roles to Change

The operational transfer of the Salina Animal Shelter to Prairie Paws Animal Shelter is a month away. The private, non-profit, no-kill animal welfare organization officially takes over on December 13. Salina City Manager Jacob Wood tells KSAL News under the approved agreement Prairie Paws, a regional animal welfare organization that...

Salina, KS · 1d

KSN News

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Longtime McPherson volleyball coach Christy Doile announces retirement

Christy Doile, who has spent the last 21 seasons at the helm of the Bullpups volleyball program, leaves as the winningest coach in McPherson High history.

Mcpherson, KS · 23h

KSNT News

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State awards nurse $100,000 after she claims the Kansas Board of Nursing made her ‘unemployable’

One Kansas nurse is receiving a big reward from the state after she claims the Kansas Board of Nursing (KSBN) made it impossible for her to find a job during a 21-month period.

Kansas · 2d

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Ross Central Mall Location Expected to Close at end of December

Ross Dress for Less is expected to close its Central Mall location at the end of December, according to store staff, while the possibility of a future Salina location remains unclear. Ross was unable to find another location in Salina before the planned closure, staff said. The last day may...

Salina, KS · 2d

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Bullpups Survive Wellington to Clinch 4A Semifinal Berth

McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson High School football battled a pesky Wellington team on Friday night at Brubaker Family Stadium. Trailing late, the Bullpups made key plays down the stretch for a 27-24 win over the Crusaders. After a slow offensive start for both teams, Chase Lowery recovered a fumble...

Mcpherson, KS · 15h