Sluggin’ Rebels return home Wednesday By Mark Schnabel Newton Kansan HUTCHINSON — Ryan Henderson drew a bases-loaded walk with one out in the bottom of… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
The journey back to the stage has been a long one for Newton Community Theatre, which last staged “The Little Mermaid” in 2017. A down airconditiong system at Newton High School, followed by renovations to the school auditorium and a pandemic, led to a multi-year hiatus for the nonprofit drama group.
As primaries roll out around the country, we’re tracking voter turnout. Raised on Schoolhouse Rock’s cartoon civics lessons, I know that being a good American means voting.
Okay, last week, we had a peek at my Dad’s family reunion. This week we’ll be reliving those following days with Daniel’s family on our trip to PA with a 55-passenger bus.
The Newton American Legion Post 2 Knights baseball team will head into the Class A zone tournament with some momentum on its side. Newton claimed a pair of wins over the Salina Eagles Friday night at Klein-Scott Field.
TOPEKA — Communities across Kansas are at an increased risk for West Nile virus infections, the state health department announced Friday. West Nile virus is the most common cause of mosquito-borne illnesses in the country and spreads from the bug’s bite rather than person-to-person contact.
Dear Doctors: Our 9-year-old loves science and has become obsessed with saliva. He recently learned in school that it helps prevent disease, and now he wants to know more. My wife and I are glad he’s curious and hope you can help. What is saliva? Does it really help people stay healthy?
July 19 through July 24, All times Central NOTE: All competitions are subject to change. Check with www.thekansan.com, the Kansan sports Twitter page (@nksports) and the Kansan Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/TheNewtonKansan/) for the latest in cancellation and postponement announcements for area teams).
The Newton Sluggin’ Rebels dropped the final game of a four-game series to the Haysville Aviators 9-5 Saturday night at Klein-Scott Field. Haysville won three of the four games in the series.
WICHITA — The Wichita Wind Surge ended a six-game series with the Arkansas Travelers with an 11-1 win Sunday afternoon in Texas League play at Riverfront Stadium. Wichita sweeps the six-game series with the Travelers.