Tecumseh
Tecumseh, KS · Education
Concordia Blade-Empire
Panthers fall to Wamego in home-opening matches
Kicking off NCKL competition in the home opener versus NCKL foe Wamego, the Concordia High School volleyball team fell in both matches to the Red Raiders. In match one, the Panthers fell 2-0. Set one opened to a close duel between the two teams, with Wamego holding the early advantage...
seedtoday.com
K-State Inventors Recognized for Agricultural and Scientific Innovations
Kansas State University is recognizing inventors and breeders whose research is producing new technologies, crop varieties and other innovations aimed at addressing global challenges and supporting economic growth. As part of One K-State Research Week 2026, the university recognized 36 inventors and breeders who received patents and plant variety protection...
KVOE
Decisions ahead for Emporia Public Schools on Logan Avenue future, 2026-27 budget
There’s a lot on the agenda for the USD 253 Emporia Board of Education’s meeting this week. The first part of the meeting deals with the budget, specifically a public hearing before likely approval. The hearing for the Revenue Neutral Rate has been canceled because the district has determined it will not exceed RNR, thus the hearing is not needed.
1350kman.com
Manhattan High football falls in season opener against Rockhurst
Manhattan High head coach Joe Schartz said it would be a four-quarter fight for the Indians’ home-opener, and that’s exactly what transpired Friday night at Bishop Stadium. The nightcap to a blazing hot day in the Flint Hills saw Manhattan’s season opener spoiled by one of Missouri’s best....
mhsmentor.com
Football falls to Rockhurst in season opener
In an all-time thriller, Kansas’ No. 1 seed Manhattan Indians Football fell short 32-28 on Friday against the Rockhurst Hawklets, who entered the season ranked No. 1 in Missouri. “I wasn’t upset with the competitive spirit,” head coach Joe Schartz said. “I think people put it on the line....
adastraradio.com
Axtell Eagles Hand Reno County Homeschool Sabres First Loss of Season
The Reno County Homeschool Sabres, who went 9-0 in 2025, lost to Axtell 74-44 Friday night at Axtell. Axtell led 6-0 after one quarter, 34-8 at halftime and 58-36 after three quarters.The Eagles outscored the Sabres 16-8 in the fourth quarter. The Sabres, who play all of their games on...
KSNT News
Emporia elementary school could close next year
EMPORIA (KSNT) – Emporia Public Schools is discussing the possible closure of a local elementary school due to drops in enrollment. USD 253 officials have held two hearings regarding Logan Avenue Elementary School, discussing whether or not it will remain open for the 2027-28 academic year. On Wednesday, Sept. 9, the board will meet to […]
WIBW
High school football fans, players battle heat on opening night
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) -High school football season began across Shawnee County, but summer heat lingered as Topeka West hosted Piper on opening night. “Yeah, this is probably the hottest one I’ve ever been to,” Brock Anderson, a parent of a player for Topeka West High School, said. “This...
Hays Post
🏈 Hays controls Junction City in a victory
JUNCTION CITY - Hays High opened their 2026 campaign with a road trip to Junction City on Friday night. The game was delayed by thirty minutes due to the heat. The Indian defense led the way early forcing a punt after a Junction City drive lost thirteen yards. Following a Hays pass was intercepted the defense stepped up again. Keiston Evans-Grant batted down a backwards pass that was recovered by Bryan Obour.
catchitkansas.com
Kapaun cruises past Washburn Rural
WICHITA, Kan. (Catch it Kansas) - After reclassifications in the offseason, the 4A State Champs in the Kapaun Crusaders, had a new task ahead of them in 5A. In week one in their new classification, the Crusaders cruised past Washburn Rural, 58-13, for the 1-0 start to the season. Kapaun...
wrhsbluestreak.com
Rise in Student Illness Raises Concerns
In recent weeks, the school has seen an increase in sickness. Many students have been sent home with fevers, flu symptoms, and colds. While it is somewhat normal to see more sickness at the beginning of the school year, many students are wondering if the amount of illness this year is more than usual.
westernkansasnews.com
Red Demons use dominant first half to best Pioneers
The Dodge City Red Demon football team opened up their 2026 season with a 42-20 win at home against Wichita West. The Demons led 35-6 at halftime after a fast start offensively. The scoring started immediately, as junior wide receiver Xavier Carrillo found a lane down the sideline on the...
ncktoday.com
Concordia Football Opens Season With Victory Over Abilene
Due to the extreme heat in North Central Kansas, the start of the 2026 Concordia football season was delayed...by 30 minutes...but the delay was worth it, as Concordia defeated Abilene 33-0 for the Panthers' first season-opening victory since 2022. The fireworks at Harold M Clark Stadium didn't take long to...
JC Post
JCHS Moves Kickoff Time for Season Opener
JUNCTION CITY, Kan. - The No. 8 ranked Junction City High School football teams season opener on Friday, Sept. 4 versus No. 7 Hays High School will now kickoff at 7:30 p.m. With the adjusted game time, gates will open at 6:30 p.m. and it will be United Way of Junction City Kick-Off Night inside Blue Jay Stadium. Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate for $7 (adults) and $5 (students).
KSNT News
Topeka High football opens the season in dominant fashion
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Trojans took down the Highland Park Scots on Thursday night. Topeka High grabbed the 33-6 win over Highland Park to open up the football season for Topeka. The Trojans struck first to jump to a 6-0 lead in the first quarter. In the second, Topeka High’s Asher Filbeck connected with Courtney […]
KSNT News
Woodrow Wilson Elementary receives library makeover
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to reflect the correct name of the school. We regret the error. MANHATTAN (KSNT) — Woodrow Wilson Elementary School in the Little Apple received a library makeover thanks to the ‘Extra Yard for Teachers’ initiative. The Big 12 Conference and College Football Playoff partnered with Woodrow Wilson Elementary […]
JC Post
Junction City Education Association reaches Impasse with USD 475 School Board
JUNCTION CITY – The Junction City Education Association (JCEA) negotiations team returned to the table August 31 after members of the bargaining unit, which includes all certified teachers, voted not to ratify the proposed 2026-2027 tentative negotiated agreement on August 14. Superintendent Eggleston was notified the bargaining unit had conducted a vote and the vote failed to reach the threshold necessary to ratify the tentative agreement.
WIBW
Topeka Public Schools to excuse absences due to heat wave
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Topeka Public Schools is allowing parents to keep their children home this week because of excessive heat, and those absences will not be penalized. “We are aware; we make sure everybody understands that we’re aware of the situation, we know it’s hot,” Topeka High Principal Dustin Dick said.
Emporia gazette.com
Logan Avenue’s closure is a loss — and a warning to state lawmakers
There is no painless way to close a neighborhood school. If Logan Avenue Elementary closes at the end of the 2026-27 school year, students will lose the building where they learned to read, made friends and discovered their place in the world. Teachers and staff will lose the school community they helped build. Families will lose a familiar and trusted institution, and Emporia will lose another piece of its identity.
KVOE
Area Game of the Week Set for Osage City at Olpe, Area Schedule
The Area Game of the Week returns Friday night as high school football kicks off across the state. Country 101.7 FM will bring you live coverage of Osage City at Olpe, with pregame coverage beginning at 6:40 p.m. and kickoff scheduled for 7 p.m. The Eagles will open the 2026...