What conflict resolution experts wish universities knew about conflict
The protests roiling our campuses reveal a great deal about us as a country.
Chad Frey
Fallen but not forgotten
This week we honor those who died while fighting for our country.
As I step away from the classroom, please support Kansas public school teachers
As classrooms close for the summer and families and teachers reflect on the experiences and the ways that their students have grown since August, I am preparing my classroom for a new, incoming teacher.After 11 years of service to the profession, I am stepping away from my beloved role as a public school teacher.In those 11 years, I’ve personally participated in and witnessed countless examples of educators and families collaborating for the success of their students.
Custom motorcycle to offer veterans one last ride
Bill Ryan of Peabody is the owner of a unique business built around a custom motorcycle he and friends spent three years building.
Plains Folk: Plague of Locusts
When I was a kid growing up a mile or so west of Cassoday, there was a huge old cottonwood tree growing outside my window on the west side of our house.
What I saw (and you probably didn’t) at the Libertarian National Convention
In presidential election years, the Libertarian Party holds its national convention over Memorial Day Weekend.
Former Marion councilwoman files federal lawsuit over ‘conspiracy’ to silence her and newspaper
TOPEKA — Former Marion Councilwoman Ruth Herbel alleges in federal court that city officials orchestrated an illegal raid of her home — alongside the raid of the Marion County Record — as part of a conspiracy to silence criticism.The Institute for Justice, a Virginia-based law firm that says it represents “everyday people” in opposition to abuses of government power, filed the lawsuit on Herbel’s behalf against former Mayor David Mayfield, former Police Chief Gideon Cody, Sheriff Jeff Soyez and other local authorities.“Ruth ran for city council in Marion at age 76 because she was tired of her local government’s dishonesty and lack of transparency,” the Institute for Justice says in the lawsuit.
Need something to do as a family? Check Sunflower Summer
Families ready for summer activities need not look far for options.
Foster parent class coming
A prospective foster parent training will be hosted in Newton in June, July and August at Salem United Methodist Church, 115 Old Main.The training is free, though registration is required.
Events calendar
June 1 7 a.m. — First Saturday Bird Walk, Kauffman Museum, 2801 N Main St, North Newton. First Saturday Bird Walks depart from the kiosk… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close