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Where’s the oldest continually operating movie theater in the world? Ottawa, Kansas
The oldest continuously operating movie theater in the world might figure to be in New York or Hollywood. How about Kansas? The Topeka Capital-Journal reports that Ottawa, some 50 miles (80 kilometers) southwest of Kansas City, Missouri, is home to the…
Mulvane chamber to host monthly business seminar
An upcoming business seminar hosted by the Mulvane Chamber of Commerce will feature a local entrepreneur. Called KanLaunch, the seminar serves as a forum for entrepreneurs and startup companies to share business ideas, receive feedback and network. The event is…
Shawnee adopts protections for LGBTQ people
With two council members dissenting, the city of Shawnee has passed an ordinance protecting people from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. Its effective date is Sept. 3. Voting against the proposal on Aug. 26 were…
The treasures of nature: Geocaching catches on at the Overland Park Arboretum
If you want to feel like you’re uncovering buried treasure, the Overland Park Arboretum may be the place for you. The GeoArboretum program offers nine different geocaches throughout the facility. In geocaching, participants use a GPS device, along with a…
Ribbon cuttings mark completion of three bond projects
School officials and students at Wineteer Elementary School cut a ribbon Thursday at the school’s new library, which was completed as part of a recent bond project at the school. Other new additions in the $4.7 million project include a…
New bumper stickers made in Hutchinson part of state bus safety campaign
State education officials are hoping a new bumper sticker placed on the back of school buses across Kansas will raise awareness of drivers when they are near buses and remind them that all vehicles must stop when a bus “stop…
Report: Kansas a leader in charge toward renewable energy
A new report on clean energy production nationwide over the past decade shines a light on Kansas as a leader in wind energy gains and overall renewable power generation. The unveiling Tuesday of a solar panel field in Baldwin City…
Kansas City-area schools innovate to fill teacher vacancies
Kansas City-area schools are rehiring retired teachers and training counselors and coaches to teach due to a critical teacher shortage. The Kansas City Star reports that last October the Kansas Department of Education logged a 19% increase in vacant teaching…
Drone racers take to the sky at Wichita park: ‘You can feel like you are flying’
The racers float at the starting line. They soar into the sky at 50 mph, then dive and bend through gates. These racers are drones, flown by pilots on the ground wearing goggles with a live video feed. On this…
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