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“Kids Ride Free!” all summer on Topeka city buses

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Topeka kids can now look forward to a break from school, with summer right around the corner, as well as free transportation around Topeka on city buses. Since the summer of 2013, ...

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Sobela Ocean Aquarium set to open at Kansas City Zoo on September 1

Sobela Ocean Aquarium

The new aquarium scheduled to open at the Kansas City Zoo on September 1 now has a name. It will be called Sobela Ocean Aquarium, which was selected by benefactors Barnett and ...

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Kansas City Council approves resolution to designate city a transgender sanctuary

The Kansas City Council has approved a resolution that would make the city a sanctuary for people seeking or providing transgender services, even as the state’s attorney general is proposing a new ...

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“From cotton to Congress”: Faith changed course of Sen. Tim Scott’s life

Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina, who is considering a presidential run, is proud to be both an American and a Christian. “I believe that America can do for anyone what ...

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The Force vs. faith: Most Americans say their spiritual views align with those of “Star Wars”

Star Wars

More than half of Americans say their views of spirituality align with those of the Force in “Star Wars,” according to a survey by Skylight, a nonprofit organization that promotes spiritual wellness. ...

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International House of Prayer conducting 21 days of prayer and fasting for Israel

The International House of Prayer in Kanas City has launched a 21-day prayer and fast for Israel, which its leaders believe will hasten Jesus’ return. The Isaiah 62 Global 21-Days of Prayer and ...

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Income, property tax relief bill for Missouri seniors sent to Gov. Mike Parson

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Missouri seniors soon may receive tax relief under legislation that Gov. Mike Parson is expected to sign, which benefits the state’s older residents. Under the bill, the first $6,000 of income from ...

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United Methodist congregation in Ohio experiences challenges typical of small churches

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At a time of megachurches, it can be easy to overlook the challenges that face small churches everywhere. Struthers United Methodist Church, an Ohio congregation with a membership of 87 and average ...

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Several key issues still being considered as Missouri Legislature session winds down

The Missouri Legislature has some unfinished business to take care of before the session ends this week, including restrictions on initiative ballot petitions and transgenderism. Gov. Mike Parson already has said that ...

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Actor Rob Schneider calls for female athletes to refuse to play against transgender men

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Women athletes should refuse to compete against biological men, actor and comedian Rob Schneider says, in reference to transgender men in women’s sports. “This … has to stop,” he tweeted in response to a ...

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Cold War history comes alive In historic church at National Churchill Museum in Fulton

National Churchill Museum

Area families don’t have to go far to explore an important event in Cold War history. They can do it at the National Churchill Museum, in a former church that was brought ...

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Evangelicals cite China, open borders and socialism as nation’s top threats

China, open borders and socialism are the top threats facing the nation today, according to evangelical Christians who support D. James Kennedy Ministries. Each threat was cited by more than 90 percent ...

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Coronation of King Charles III will be rich in Christian symbolism

The coronation of King Charles III on Saturday will be filled with biblical symbols and imagery that reflect the rich religious history of the monarchy, author Ray Comfort said. “He’ll hold the ...

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Bible2School works with in system to provide Bible teaching to public school students

Bible

Amid the debate over critical race theory, one organization has found a way to get the Bible into Pennsylvania public schools. “Bible2School is a 40-year-old nonprofit organization, and we equip parents, moms, ...

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Kansas City forms committee to consider reparations payments for slavery

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Kansas City has formed a committee to consider slavery reparations for black citizens. After passing a vote in January to form the commission, Democratic Mayor Quinton Lucas appointed 13 people to sit on the ...

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C5Alive Power Luncheon will feature Marcus Miller, First Tee

C5Alive

The May C5Alive POWER Luncheon will be held May 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Aldersgate Village, in their new Home Plus North building, 7202 SW Uxbridge Circle; parking is on ...

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National Center on Sexual Exploitation releases annual “Dirty Dozen List” of companies

The National Center on Sexual Exploitation once again has released its annual list of businesses and other entities that profit off sexually exploitative products and fail to protect children from sexually abusive ...

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Missouri lawmakers celebrate gospel music, with its hall of fame coming to St. Louis

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Missouri lawmakers this week celebrated gospel music as the Gospel Music Hall of Fame is set to be built at a former Baptist church in St. Louis. “I remember as a kid ...

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Member of rock band KISS joins fight to protect children from normalizing gender transition

Proponents of gender transition for children often like to say that only conservative Christians would raise concerns. However, Paul Stanley of the rock band KISS has joined the battle. “There is a ...

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Missouri Gov. Parson determined to enact transgender legislation during this legislative session

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Missouri Gov. Mike Parson has made it clear that passing transgender legislation is a priority this year, even if it means calling a special session. “We have to realize that we have ...

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Teacher blasts Shawnee Mission School District for focus on diversity training during staffing challenges

A longtime teacher is criticizing the Shawnee Mission School District for mandatory diversity training during a teacher shortage. “I can no longer stay silent about the state of our schools,” said Caedran ...

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Popular Bluegrass & BBQ Festival kicks off at Silver Dollar City in Branson

Bluegrass & BBQ Festival

The hills are alive with the sound of bluegrass. Spring has arrived in the Missouri Ozarks and with it, the annual Bluegrass & BBQ Festival all throughout May at Silver Dollar City ...

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Top two picks in NFL Draft in Kansas City use platform to share their faith

The much-anticipated NFL Draft in Kansas City has come and gone, with top college players learning where they will start their professional careers. Several, including top overall pick Bryce Young, used the ...

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America First Legal wants hiring practices of candy maker Mars to be investigated

America First Legal is calling for an investigation into the hiring practices of woke candy giant Mars. In a letter to the Washington field office of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the ...

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Biden signs executive order making “environmental justice” part of government’s mission

Every agency of the federal government must incorporate “environmental justice” into its mission under an executive order signed by President Joe Biden. “The executive order will direct agencies to address gaps in ...

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