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NFL star Tyreek Hill fined $10K by NFL for throwing up a Peace Sign

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill was fined $10,026 by the NFL on Saturday for taunting after he flashed a peace sign at the end of a touchdown catch. Hill was ...

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Alert: Clever Cyber Monday scam is after your money and identity

Cyber Monday is here! If you avoided the retail stores and skipped their Black Friday deals, don’t worry, you’ll get another chance for major savings today. From clothing to travel to exclusive ...

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Keeping your health on track during the indulgent holiday season

The holiday season can be an indulgent one, full of cookies, candies, heavy meals and eggnog. While no one wants to rein in the fun during the merriest time of year, there ...

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Local ministries list guide for end-of-year giving

Each year Metro Voice provides a listing of organizations that serve the most vulnerable in our communities. Whether it is the single mom and her children, our elderly, orphans, the sick, the ...

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Being the best – a heart condition; What is God’s “best” for you?

It has been a season of humbling recognition for Topeka Rescue Mission and we are grateful; recognition calling us out as the “best.” TRM Ministries has been recognized locally and nationally for the ...

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FROM THE CHEAPSEATS: Introducing kids to hockey

A couple of weeks ago I introduced my two youngest kids to hockey, taking in a Topeka Pilots game on a Saturday evening. It’s been quite a while since I have attended ...

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State Christmas Tree arrives at Cedar Crest

Governor Jeff Colyer and First Lady Ruth Colyer received the annual “Cedar Crest Christmas Tree” at the Governor’s residence this week. It now stands front and center in the mansion in west Topeka. ...

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Four keys to being a dynamic coach on mission

It’s Thanksgiving week – a time to eat amazing food with people we love…hopefully. It is also a time to express our gratitude for the blessings our Lord as given to each ...

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What is hospice care and how does it work?

Did you know that people who are facing a life-limiting illness and receive hospice care tend to live longer than people who choose not to elect hospice care? AARP reported on a ...

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Visit Lecompton to see Midwest’s largest Christmas trees and ornaments display

You can experience the holiday magic of Christmas when visiting Historic Lecompton, Kansas. Visitors can see an indoor display of over 150 Christmas trees decorated in antique, Victorian, vintage and theme decor – ...

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Top Ten Health Benefits of Parkour

Parkour, also known as free running, is a French military-designed training which utilizes obstacle courses. The obstacles require extreme focus and a can-do attitude, and heavily utilize physical abilities such as running, ...

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National Christmas tree to stop here on its cross-country voyage

The official Christmas tree of the nation’s capitol is traveling across the country, and it’s making stops in Perry, KS, Kansas City, KS, and Independence, MO. The tree is making its way ...

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Annual Red Kettle Campaign begins

The season of giving is right around the corner, and the familiar sound of bell ringing will announce the beginning of The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Campaign.  The Salvation Army kicks ...

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Topeka opens drop-off sites for international Christmas project

Operation Christmas Child

This week, 5 sites in the Topeka area will be among 5,000 U.S. drop-off locations collecting shoebox gifts for children overseas during Operation Christmas Child’s National Collection Week, Nov. 12-19. Topeka families, ...

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Launch of KanLicense, mobile driver’s license renewals shortens lines

Kansas is now the first and only state in the country to offer driver’s license renewals through a mobile application. Mobile renewals join other already existing services like vehicle registration renewal and ...

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Popular youth speaker will address students and adults about overcoming obstacles

Nathan Harmon is a man who is beyond passionate about what he does. He truly believes that every person he interacts with can be impacted and that every person can have a ...

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Analysis: Yeah, you need to go to church

It’s hardly fair to blame evangelical churches for not teaching sound theology to someone who never darkens its door. Last week I wrote a piece that highlighted the stunning results from Ligonier Ministries’ and ...

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The Deep Meaning of Thankfulness

“Attitude of Gratitude,” “A Thankful Heart is a Happy Heart,” “Thankfulness is The Beginning of Happiness.”  These are just some of the quotes you see after a quick search about thankfulness.  On ...

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Parents Outraged After School Shaved Large Patches of Hair from Kids’ Heads to Drug Test Them

Phillipsburg, KS — The parents of children at a middle school in Kansas are likely regretting their decision to allow the school to drug test their students this week after their children ...

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Top comedian comes to YFC Comedy Café

Michael Joiner is undoubtedly one of today’s most popular entertainers and comics. Whether it is nationwide sold-out comedy tours, films, hidden camera pranks or YouTube skits, the comedian demonstrates an extraordinary ability ...

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Taxpayers footing $4 Billion annual bill for illegal immigrants giving birth in US

A new report published by the Center for Immigration Studies details the number of likely births to illegal immigrants nationally, births by state and large metropolitan areas, and the more than $4 ...

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The Real Reason They Hate Trump

Every big U.S. election is interesting, but the coming midterms are fascinating for a reason most commentators forget to mention: The Democrats have no issues. The economy is booming and America’s international ...

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Dave Says – Paying off credit cards

dave ramsey

Need some financial advice? Debt and Income Crisis? Pay off the house first? Check cashing? Taxes? Credit Cards? Check out what folks are asking Dave Ramsey.   Dear Dave, How do you ...

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What to Know When Selecting a Medicare Plan

For the millions of Americans aged 65 and older, Medicare is a critical source of health care. And during the Medicare Annual Election Period between Oct. 15 and Dec. 7, those eligible ...

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3 Common Diabetes Myths Debunked

November is American Diabetes Month, and a good time to sort fact from fiction regarding this serious disease. Here are three common diabetes myths — debunked, with the help of Nutrisystem Certified ...

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