Night after night, Bob Dylan’s 1979 Gospel concerts at San Francisco’s Warfield Theatre made news for all the wrong reasons, according to angry fans. The November 11th show opened with Dylan roaring into “Gotta ...
Read More »Who will be left behind in the post-pandemic world?
In half-steps forward and quarter-steps back, the culture is nearing a resumption of in-person life and “return to normal” — the long-desired post-pandemic world. Economists are expecting a surge in jobs and ...
Read More »Dave Says – Try to help him, but move slowly
Need some financial advice? Debt and income crisis? Pay off the house mortgage first? Check cashing? Taxes? Credit Cards? Check out what folks are asking Dave Ramsey. Try to help him, but move ...
Read More »Post-acute COVID Syndrome: Long-haulers or lifers?
COVID-19 … it’s a virus that takes your breath away. Initially thought to be a disease that impacts the elderly, 40 and 50-year-olds who suffered mild symptoms began showing up at the ...
Read More »Kansas Capitol building reopens to public & tours for first time since March 2020
Another sign of things getting back to normal is the reopening of the Kansas Capitol building in Topeka. The historic building, with its stunning murals and dome, is now open to visitors and ...
Read More »Spirit of Kansas 4th of July festival back in full for 2021 in Topeka
The Spirit of Kansas is back for 2021. Shawnee County Parks + Recreation has released a statement saying the Spirit of Kansas Independence Day celebration, will be back in full this year ...
Read More »5 ways to make your home a healthier place to be
Our homes are our sanctuaries. It’s more important than ever to ensure your home is a safe and healthy environment for you and your family. Indoor air quality can have a negative ...
Read More »Stressed? Here’s a quick and easy way to relax
If you, like millions of Americans, feel stressed out and in need of a long vacation you can’t afford to take, don’t sweat it. There is a lot you can do to ...
Read More »Five tips for buying your first home
Low interest rates and a desire for more space as COVID-19 led people to spend more time at home are boosting demand for homeownership. According to the National Association of Realtors, home ...
Read More »Nearly 1/3 of investors 65+ sold at the stock market bottom
Typically when you fail to plan, you are planning to fail, and that applies to the stock market. It’s best to have a plan before trouble comes, rather than make emotional decisions ...
Read More »Home design: How to bring more space into bathrooms
Today’s designers, architects and builders are creating modern bathrooms that are practical, luxurious, comfortable and accommodating. They know homeowners and homebuyers desire – even demand – these features regardless of the bathroom’s ...
Read More »Hallmark Channel, other outlets refuse to run pro-life ad
The Hallmark Channel is among several entertainment outlets that are refusing to air a pro-life ad from the Susan B. Anthony List. The advertisement is part of the group’s $2 million campaign ...
Read More »Gov. Parson will sign prescription drug monitoring bill into law on Monday
Missouri on Monday will become the final state to enact a prescription drug monitoring program. Gov. Mike Parson plans to sign bipartisan legislation from Holly Rehder (R-Scott City) and Rep. Travis Smith (R-Dora) on ...
Read More »A Kansas animal disease lab could help prevent the next pandemic
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, animal disease labs across the country stepped up to expand testing capacity, and they could play a role in preventing the next pandemic. Spillover events ...
Read More »Forgive and be Forgiven
“I will never forgive him for what he did!” Have you ever said that to yourself about someone who deeply hurt you? When someone you trust lies, physically abuses, verbally intimidates or ...
Read More »Donna Lippoldt, founder of Culture Shield, is June C5 speaker in Topeka
Donna Lippoldt, founder of Culture Shield Network, will be the featured speaker at the June C5 POWER Luncheon. The purpose of Culture Shield is to inform, connect, and mobilize the Body of ...
Read More »Chiefs’ Daniel Sorensen talks about faith and how he got his nickname
For Daniel Sorensen, the experience of winning a Super Bowl does not compare to being a disciple of Jesus Christ. Winning the biggest game of the year is a supreme thrill, but ...
Read More »FROM THE CHEAP SEATS – It’s just like riding a bike
Like most people, I received my first bike when I was quite young. I got it Christmas one year and I thought it was the greatest thing ever, even after I crashed ...
Read More »Kansas City’s West Bottoms giving away free wedding package
The summer wedding season is nearing, and many couples who delayed marriage during the pandemic plan to get married in 2021. Kansas City’s West Bottoms is helping out by giving away a ...
Read More »Presbyterian Church (USA) is latest denomination to report losing membership, congregations
The Presbyterian Church (USA) is the latest denomination to report troubling membership losses. The PCUSA lost approximately 56,000 active members and closed more than 100 congregations in 2020, according to a recent ...
Read More »Lifeguard shortage affects Topeka pool openings
A national lifeguard shortage is being felt locally in Topeka. With most swimming pools and aquatic centers in Topeka having opened on May 29, Shawnee County Parks + Recreation is still short ...
Read More »Lifeguard shortage may affect Kansas pool openings this summer
A national lifeguard shortage is being felt in cities all across Kansas. With swimming pools and aquatic centers in Topeka opening May 29 – Memorial Day weekend – Shawnee County Parks + ...
Read More »Topeka Pools, Aquatic Centers, and Adventure Cove with new floating playground open May 29
A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Grand Reopening of the Lake Shawnee Adventure Cove is set for 1 p.m. May 26 at the cove. The reopening will unveil the new floating playground, ...
Read More »5 ways to help prevent the spread of illness
This year, as cold and flu season converges with the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to take precautions to help prevent the spread of illness and infection both in and out of the ...
Read More »What is home sharing for seniors?
Due to COVID, we’ve all felt the strain of isolation at some time or another, but people living alone, especially seniors, have felt the effects especially hard. In fact, prolonged isolation can ...
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