Need some financial advice? Debt and Income Crisis? Pay off the house first? Check cashing? Taxes? Check out what folks are asking Dave Ramsey. Dear Dave, I’ll be receiving my income ...
Read More »Bob Dole’s final mission: Greet each WWII vet who visits memorial he helped build
After a lifetime of serving his country, Bob Dole, a former U.S. senator and presidential candidate, has a final mission: continue to serve his country. At 94, his service looks a little ...
Read More »Getting enough vitamins after 50
If you think of vitamins as the chewable cartoon characters of childhood or overhyped by the supplement industry, you may wonder if they really matter. The answer: Yes, in a big way. Humans ...
Read More »St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church celebrates 150 years
St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, 701 SW Topeka Boulevard, celebrated its 150th Anniversary on Sunday, August 19. Celebration keynote speaker was The Right Reverend Clement W. Fugh, Presiding Prelate of The ...
Read More »JUST A MINUTE – God’s voice with the Country Parson
Hi friends. Over the years I’ve been asked how someone can hear God’s voice. The problem that most people have is that they are too busy and won’t take the time to ...
Read More »Propaganda, fake news and bias
If you google “propaganda defined” you get this definition: derogatory information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view. You ...
Read More »ESPN refuses to air national anthem on ‘Monday Night Football’
ESPN will not show the national anthem during “Monday Night Football” broadcasts this year, the company’s president said on Friday. Jimmy Pitaro addressed the controversy at ESPN’s annual football media day. Pitaro ...
Read More »7 Healthy Back to School Tips for Parents
Summer draws to a close and school is right around the corner for many children and parents. In one sense, it’s a relief. The kids will be in school and there will ...
Read More »Gov. Colyer concedes as provisional ballots break for Kris Kobach; GOP Governor primary finally over
A week after the election, Kansans finally know who won the GOP primary for governor. Gov. Jeff Colyer conceded the tight race for the GOP nomination Tuesday evening as provisional ballots coming ...
Read More »Kobach widens lead over Colyer as provisional ballot count continues
The race for Kansas Governor continues to be extremely close as county election officials across Kansas review provisional ballots from last week’s primary. Secretary of State Kris Kobach widened his lead over ...
Read More »LIFE LESSONS FROM A LITTLE ONE – “Knowing Him”
I long for greater nearness with Jesus every day of my life. From the very beginning of my adult conversion I’ve recognized that there is so much He’s delivered and rescued me ...
Read More »Trump’s Approval Rating Among Black Voters Doubles; Black Pastor Praises “Most Pro-Black President”
The latest Rasmussen poll results point to an increase in President Trump’s approval among black voters to 29% from 15% one year ago. And it would not take a huge shift in black ...
Read More »The Age Gap in Religion Around the World
By several measures, young adults tend to be less religious than their elders; the opposite is rarely true. In the United States, religious congregations have been graying for decades, and young adults ...
Read More »Business offers safer bathing options
When Gary Mehalic was looking for a business to go into, he had only to look at his interest in helping seniors and combine it with his awareness of new options that ...
Read More »Disabled veteran making a difference serving neighbors
Many people wonder “What can I do? I’m just one person, and I don’t have much money.” But one person can make a big difference to a lot of people. Bill Eberting ...
Read More »IRS continues warning on impersonation scams
With tax season completed, the Internal Revenue Service has warned taxpayers to remain vigilant for phishing emails and telephone scams. Summertime tends to be a favorite period for scammers because many taxpayers ...
Read More »From the cheap seats: Royals playing to win
Looks like the Kansas City Royals are playing to not finish last in their division, and don’t be surprised if they’re able to catch the Chicago White Sox and leapfrog them in ...
Read More »JUST A MINUTE with the Country Parson
Hello neighbor. It’s your country parson. The other night around the dining room table, my sister shared a recent event at her house. She had taken some things downstairs to put into ...
Read More »Topeka native Gary Woodland leads PGA after two rounds
ST. LOUIS – The Border War ended in 2012 when the University of Missouri bolted the Big 12 Conference for the greener pastures of the Southeastern Conference, but that doesn’t mean that ...
Read More »What is America’s Future?
Clay Center, Kansas – President Abraham Lincoln once said, “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” An ancient prayer from the ...
Read More »Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas announces new CEO
Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas and the Catholic Charities Foundation of Northeast Kansas has made an announcement identifying the next leader for the organization. Lauren Solidum will be the organization’s incoming President ...
Read More »Dave Says: Expenses, Not Income
Need some financial advice? Debt and Income Crisis? Pay off the house first? Check cashing? Taxes? Check out what folks are asking Dave Ramsey. Dear Dave, I bring home $4,100 a month ...
Read More »Campaign to Fight Human Trafficking by Cutting Demand for Prostitution
A new awareness campaign in Kansas is aimed at cutting the demand for prostitution as a way to fight human trafficking. The campaign involves state agencies and local advocacy groups teaming up ...
Read More »C5Alive Luncheons to feature Barry Feaker, Lamar Hunt, Jr., Cody Foster and more
The next monthly C5Alive “POWER Luncheon” will be held Aug. 9, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Avondale East, 455 SE Golf Park Blvd., and will feature Barry Feaker of TRM Ministries. ...
Read More »A Self-Help Approach to Coping with Caregiver Stress
Caregiving can bring forth an ever-changing kaleidoscope of emotions. These feelings are often bittersweet, and without the proper preparations and assistance, things can quickly skew towards bitter. Left unchecked, many of these ...
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