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3-star defensive end pledges to Arkansas
Defensive end Keith Richmond was won over by Arkansas after his official visit and pledged to the Razorbacks.
Arkansas football checks boxes for weekend visitors
Arkansas football continued to impress prospects on the second weekend of official visitors.
Royals, Chiefs team up for youth sports clinic at Urban Youth Academy
The Kansas City Royals and Chiefs came together Friday for the second straight year to encourage kids to stay active during a clinic at the Royals Urban Youth Academy.
How lessons learned from NFL Draft can benefit business during World Cup
KC 2026 CEO Pam Kramer explains how the lessons Kansas City has learned from the NFL Draft can benefit business during the World Cup
Minor sports at University of Arkansas, other major colleges struggle to survive
FAYETTEVILLE -- The future of tennis and other minor sports at major universities depends on the kindness of people with deep pockets or the helping hand of the federal government.
Argentina stroll to pre-World Cup win over Honduras
Argentina eased to a 2-0 victory against a lacklustre Honduras in the reigning champions' penultimate World Cup warm-up game in Texas on Saturday.Argentina face Iceland in their final friendly match in Auburn, Alabama on Tuesday before the three-time winners begin their World Cup group games against Algeria on June 17 in Kansas City.
Every Kansas State player drafted by the Golden State Warriors
Let's take a look at every player who has been drafted by the Warriors out of Kansas State.
Kansas City Chiefs: ESPN Expert Drops Major Patrick Mahomes Prediction
Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs are once again entering a season with championship expectations, but one prediction has elevated the conversation surrounding the star quarterback even further. An NFL analyst recently projected that Mahomes will capture the third Most Valuable Player award of his career during the 2026 season, a forecast that underscores […] The post Kansas City Chiefs: ESPN Expert Drops Major Patrick Mahomes Prediction appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
Arkansas basketball 2026 NBA mock draft projections
The NBA Draft is later this month, and a trio of Hogs will hear their names called. Here are the latest mock draft projections for Arkansas prospects.
Kustom Entertainment Bringing Massive EDM Event to Kansas City With Alison Wonderland, DJ Diesel and More
Kustom has big ambitions for the region's blossoming EDM community, with 'Global Frequencies' setting the tone.
Missouri lawmakers didn’t act on data centers; they’re toxic in local politics
While data centers have upended local politics, Missouri lawmakers introduced several bills to regulate them, none crossed the finish line.
The Chiefs defense is adjusting to the times
Kansas City has followed the trend of the league by investing resources along the interior of the defensive line.
Why business owners have few options to fix continued flooding near KC
Property owners in Blue Summit, unincorporated land outside Kansas City, are desperate to find a fix for persistent flooding at their intersection.
Update: What We’re Watching, June 4, 2026
This update covers the latest federal health policy news and its potential impact on Kansas.
KC window washer cleans small business windows for free, helps owners go viral on social media
Davis Roethler, the owner of Window Wolf, has been approaching small businesses in the Kansas City area, offering to clean their windows for free and then interviewing the owners on camera.
ENTERTAINMENT: ‘Music’ at Wildwood; ‘Aftermaths’ exhibit opens at AMFA Saturday
"Aftermaths: Mat Collishaw," featuring the latest film from British painter, photographer, sculptor and filmmaker Mat Collishaw, opens Saturday in the Fine Arts Club New Media Gallery at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts.
OPINION: Civility where art thou in today’s politics?
I've been asked of late if we as United States citizens, and even here at home in Arkansas, have seen a vast and downward decline in civility.
Reds and Royals meet to determine series winner
Both the Cincinnati Reds and the Kansas City Royals are looking for a series win with a victory on Wednesday
Reds scrap for comeback win against Royals. Here's what happened
The Reds came back from a 3-0 deficit to win 4-3 in 10 innings against the Kansas City Royals.
NEA Business Notes: NYITCOM marks 10 years - Talk Business & Politics
In the early 2010s, a group of leaders from the education, healthcare and civic communities in Northeast Arkansas set out to help find a solution to the physician workforce shortage...
Heat, measles, STIs, food poisoning: KC health officials aim to keep World Cup safe
As they did during COVID, health departments in the Kansas City metro are collaborating during World Cup events here.
4-star OL Luke Starcevic commits to Clemson
One of the most interesting athletes in the country just committed to Clemson. Kindred (N.D.) four-star Luke Starcevic had one of the more interesting recruitments in the Midwest. The jumbo athlete has some schools recruiting him as a tight end like Oregon. Kansas State liked him as a potential defensive end. They went all in […]
KC officials urge Costco to consider consequences of business center conversion
All but one member of the City Council signed a letter to Costco echoing residents’ concerns about the midtown store’s proposed conversion.
Kansas takes care of business in Lawrence, advances to supers
Kansas wins a regional for the first time since 1993 and advance to the super regional round for the first time in program history with a 13-10 victory against Arkansas on Sunday.
Kansas City mental health walk highlights healing and community
A community walk focused on mental health awareness brought people together Sunday morning at Bannister Park in Kansas City.
Festa Italiana at Zona Rosa draws thousands and helps Kansas City small businesses
From frozen yogurt and caramel apples to boutique shopping and live entertainment, Festa Italiana brought big crowds to Zona Rosa this weekend. Vendors say the festival is one of the best opportunities of the year to reach new customers.
Arkansas makes headway with numerous football visitors
Arkansas looks to be in good shape with several prospects who officially visited Fayetteville this weekend.
4-star OL Brayden Harris commits to Kansas State
Things moved quickly with four-star offensive lineman Brayden Harris and Kansas State. The Jackson (Mo.) High standout shuffled his top three last week and was working with a group of Kansas State, Arkansas and UCF. But it turns out he didn’t need those visits to the other two because he announced his commitment to the […]
2027 WR Davion Crumitie commits to Vanderbilt
Tallahassee (Fla.) James Rickards three-star wide receiver Davion Crumitie announced his commitment to Vanderbilt on Saturday evening. He chose the Commodores after decommitting from Syracuse back in February. Auburn, Kansas State, Kentucky, Florida and Wisconsin are among the other programs on his offer sheet. Crumitie is the No. 529 overall prospect and No. 73 WR […]
Rahe continues to come through for KU in regional play
Even before Kansas kicked off the first-ever Lawrence Regional, pitcher Boede Rahe promised that KU was going to play the exact same way it had all season — which would in turn mean that Rahe himself would bring the same level of fire to his closer role. Through two days of the regional, Rahe’s emotions […]
KDHE awards nearly $80M to health care organizations across Kansas
39 organizations across Kansas were awarded grants, as part of KDHE’s initiative to strengthen rural health care in the state.
MRIPC Complex Selected for Grow Site Ready Program
The Vicksburg Warren Economic Development Partnership (VWEDP) recently announced that the Mississippi River Inland Port Complex (MRIPC), a 1,238-acre industrial site currently under development, has been selected for inclusion in Canadian Pacific Kansas City’s (CPKC) Room to Grow Site Ready Program—further reinforcing its position as a premier destination for industrial investment. As part of the […]
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes addresses veteran recruiting rumors
During his recent press conference, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes addressed recent veteran recruiting rumors | @EdEastonJr
Megan Grant sets UCLA record with 91st career HR in WCWS rout of Ark.
Megan Grant broke the UCLA career homer record and all nine Bruins in the lineup scored in the second inning of an 11-0 run-rule win over Arkansas at the Women's College World Series.
Arkansas baseball pitcher Hunter Dietz due up vs. Kansas
Dietz will pitch in a game for the first time since he took a 105 mph line drive off his right shin during a start against Texas.
North Kansas City Health and BCBS reach a deal. What that means for patients
Patients were informed their insurance would no longer be accepted at the Northland healthcare system.
Protesters deliver petitions to demand Sen. Roger Marshall meet with Kansans
Sen. Roger Marshall, a Kansas Republican, hasn’t hosted a town hall open to the public since March of last year. On May 29, protesters delivered 3,800 signed petitions from Kansans across the state to Marshall’s Overland Park office.
Ozarks Sports Zone Digital Extra: Spring high school sports ending; MSU vs. Arkansas baseball preview
High school spring sports are coming to an end in the Ozarks. Also, Missouri State University baseball plays rival Arkansas in the Kansas baseball NCAA Regional.
Nebraska triumphs over Arkansas on 10th-inning walk-off at WCWS
Ava Kuszak belted the game-winning home run to lift Nebraska over Arkansas on Thursday night in the opening round of the Women's College World Series as the Cornhuskers extended the nation's longest active winning streak to 27 victories.
Plans filed for Costco Business Center conversion at Midtown Kansas City store
New plans filed with the city show Costco is moving forward with a proposal to convert the popular Linwood Boulevard store into a Costco Business Center.
Kansas City lawn care business fights for overdue payment of $25,000 for 6 months
A Kansas City lawn care business spent 6 months fighting for an overdue payment of $25,000.
UAMS College of Public Health Celebrates Class of 2026
The smiles and hugs were plenty as the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health recognized its newest graduates during its 2026 commencement at Little Rock’s Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts. There were 72 graduates in this year’s class. Stephanie Gardner, Pharm.D., Ed.D.,…
Costco plans to convert its midtown KC store into business center. What will change?
New city records shed more light on what the proposed plans would mean, including what services would remain, or not, for customers.
Arkansas basketball notebook: John Calipari supportive of measures in new Protect College Sports Act
Speaking to reporters at the SEC's spring meetings in Miramar Beach, Florida, Arkansas men’s basketball coach John Calipari touched on a variety of topics.
Arkansas football loses '27 commitment
Tight end George VanSandt, who committed to Arkansas in April, has reopened his recruitment.
Café Corazón named 2026 Small Business of the Year
A locally owned Latin and Indigenous cafe was named Small Business of the Year by the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce.
Travis Kelce becomes a franchise owner. Could Taylor Swift be next?
Kansas City Chiefs star and burgeoning business titan Travis Kelce will be a minority owner in the Cleveland Guardians, the MLB team he rooted for growing up.
College of Health Professions Celebrates Graduates, Strong Growth at Commencement
The College of Health Professions at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) celebrated its largest graduating class, adding about 100 students in the Class of 2026 when compared to last year.
Travis Kelce buys minority stake in Cleveland Guardians: Chiefs star joins hometown team's ownership group
Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs enters the world of MLB ownership with a stake in his hometown Cleveland Guardians.
Chiefs star TE Travis Kelce buys ownership stake in hometown Cleveland Guardians: Source
In 2020, Kelce's teammate Patrick Mahomes joined the ownership group of the Kansas City Royals, the Guardians' division rival.
Ranking the 10 best moments from Kansas State's bad 2025-26 sports season
Kansas State struggled throughout the 2025-26 sports calendar, but there were some fun moments along the way. Here were our 10 favorites.
Aetna donates $130,000 to Kansas City organizations to support nutrition, mental health, maternal health and health-related social needs
Aetna Better Health of Missouri partners with five community-based organizations to improve health outcomes in the Kansas City, Missouri area.
Patrick Mahomes participates in Chiefs’ first OTA practice
A promising update on Kansas City’s star quarterback.
Former Razorback star receiver Anthony Lucas to speak at Hawgs Illustrated Sports Club luncheon
Former Arkansas star wide receiver and new Fayetteville Bulldogs head coach Anthony Lucas will be the guest speaker at the June 3 Hawgs Illustrated Sports Club luncheon.
Early dose of Kansas political ads sheds light on tactics, promises, demeanor of candidates
Kansas candidates for governor, attorney general and U.S. Senate introduce themselves and share political insights in campaign online videos and commercials.
Early dose of Kansas political ads shed light on tactics, promises, demeanor of candidates
Kansas candidates for governor, attorney general and U.S. Senate introduce themselves and share political insights in campaign online videos and commercials.
Rogers hospital to be first to use Arkansas’ initiative for doulas in maternal healthcare
A northwest Arkansas hospital will be the first to use the state’s initiative to integrate doulas into maternal healthcare, the state’s largest healthcare system announced last week.
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The Yankees begin a three-game set in Kansas City on this holiday.
When was the last time Kansas State had a sports year this bad?
Kansas State had a memorable 2025-26 athletics season that many would prefer to forget. When was the last time the school struggled this much?
Selection surprise: Arkansas baseball not hosting NCAA regional
The Razorbacks will be sent on the road for the NCAA regional round after Fayetteville was not one of the 16 host sites announced Sunday.
Georgia tops Arkansas, wins first SEC Baseball Championship
Jack Arcamone drove in four runs with a home run and a single and the Georgia Bulldogs, the tournament's top seed, won their first SEC Baseball Championship, defeating the Arkansas Razorbacks 11-1 in seven innings on Sunday in Hoover, Alabama.
Arkansas softball honors past while celebrating first WCWS berth
The Razorbacks have a daily reminder inside their lockers to let them know they stand on the shoulders of those who came first.
Arkansas vs Georgia live weather updates: SEC baseball championship delayed
The 2026 SEC Baseball Tournament championship game between Arkansas and Georgia is delayed due to weather. Here's the latest updates.
KC mini golf, axe-throwing businesses close amid lawsuit over unpaid rent
Sinkers Lounge and Blade & Timber, located in Kansas City’s Power & Light District, shut their doors in May.
Recap: Sporting KC sees comeback fall short in 2-1 defeat to Red Bull New York
Sporting Kansas City (3-9-2, 11 pts.) saw the team’s attempted comeback fall just short in a 2-1 setback against Red Bull New York (6-5-4, 22 pts.) at Sporting Park on Saturday night. Calvin Harris scored his second goal of the season to reduce the deficit in the second half, but
Josh Dykhoff's home run fuels Kansas' Big 12 baseball title
Josh Dykhoff's three-run home run was the first of three consecutive homers in the seventh inning and Kansas topped West Virginia 9-0 Saturday to win the Big 12 baseball championship for the first time since 2006, the Jayhawks' 42nd victory of the season.
Commentary: Take a bow, Courtney Deifel
Deifel is the first to deflect praise for the Arkansas softball program’s ascent, but everyone around the program knows who built this.
Stephen Kolek's Complete-Game Shutout Ends Royals' 4-Game Skid
Stephen Kolek's complete-game shutout Carter Jensen's two RBIs led the Kansas City Royals to a 5-0 win over the Seattle Mariners end a four-game losing streak.
Students cheer Jeremy Scott for ripping up his AI commencement speech
Fashion designer Jeremy Scott told graduates that AI can't replicate their humanity during a commencement speech at the Kansas City Art Institute.
Player Availability Report: #SKCvNY
Player Availability Report is SportingKC.com’s look at the latest status updates around the team ahead of upcoming matches and is presented by Saint Luke’s. All details listed are from the league’s official Player Status Report that is submitted the day prior to the match. Sporting Kansas City returns home this
Kenneth Walker III Asks Chiefs Fans for KC Restaurant Recommendations
Super Bowl LX MVP Kenneth Walker III signed a three-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs this offseason.
Sick firehouses: How deteriorating stations are putting fire fighters’ health at risk
Water stains spread across ceilings. Mold creeping through walls. Sewage leaks. Toxic fumes drifting into living quarters.
Update: What We’re Watching, May 22, 2026
This update covers the latest federal health policy news and its potential impact on Kansas.
Sporting KC joins KC2026 as official World Cup Host City Supporter
With the world’s biggest sporting event on the horizon, Kansas City’s hometown teams are coming together to help welcome the world. KC2026 today announced the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Sporting Kansas City as Official Kansas City World Cup 2026 Host City Supporters, uniting three of the region’s
Munson Public Health Officials Monitoring Tick Activity on Fort Leavenworth
FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas — Soldiers from Munson Army Health Center’s Department of Public Health recovered ticks from the woodlands on Fort Leavenworth following a recent environmental surveillance operation May 19.
Sports Daily Live: Major changes coming to state basketball tournaments in Kansas
As conversations emerge concerning the Big 10 and SEC possibly wanting to break away from the NCAA, we look into the situation and how leagues like the Big 12 should respond.
NFL Insider discusses Chiefs' early interest in RB Emmett Johnson
During a recent podcast, NFL Insider James Palmer revealed details on the Kansas City Chiefs' early interest in rookie Emmett Johnson | @EdEastonJr
World Cup: “Kick It in KCK” bringing World Cup watch parties, food and festivals to downtown KCK
Kansas City, Kansas, is getting ready for a summer packed with soccer, food and festivals. Visit KCK announced free “Kick It in KCK” World Cup watch parties at Memorial Hall along with several One World Wyandotte street festivals downtown throughout June.
Commentary: Arkansas women's spring sports are in a golden era
Golf's Shauna Taylor and softball's Courtney Deifel are putting together stellar, perhaps statue-worthy careers.
President Daniels in WSJ op-ed: Get the federal science money flowing
JHU president, University of Kansas chancellor urge federal agencies to release congressionally appropriated funds to fuel America's research engine
A Humbling Visit Home - Kansas State University Athletics
As the Kansas State football van crawled down North Stratford Lane on Monday morning, the towering, red-brick St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School affixed with...
Kansas City has bought more than 4,500 MacBook Neos for its students
The newly “all-Apple district” will replace 30,000 Windows and Chromebook devices across its public schools.
First Hand Foundation steps up to save free health screenings for 18,000 KC metro elementary students
A nonprofit is stepping in to save a free health screening program that serves 18,000 Kansas City metro elementary school students each year after Oracle abruptly cut its funding last month.
Kentucky, UNC, Kansas, Michigan, UConn in discussions with big new blue blood-laden college basketball event
The 'Diamond Cup,' a new eight-team event, is being prepped for 2027, but can it come together as planned?
Democratic governor candidate Ethan Corson joins forces with Salina business director
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Ethan Corson will run with Salina Chamber of Commerce president Renee Duxler as his running mate.
Dole Institute of Politics announces summer America at 250 programming
The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics at the University of Kansas announced today its summer programming lineup in honor of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence on July 4. All events are free and open to the public.
Red Sox, Jarren Duran defeat Royals 7-1
With Kris Bubic out with some elbow discomfort, the Kansas City Royals turned to ye olde “bullpen game” against the Boston Red Sox. While the bullpen held for most of the game, the Royals offense stayed sleepy and the Red Sox eventually did their damage, beating the Royals in a 7-1 slog. Kansas City turned […]
Munson Army Health Center trains staff and patients during full-scale fire drill
FORT LEAVENWORTH, Kansas – Delivering safe healthcare includes preparing for the unexpected. That preparation was on display May 13 as Munson Army Health Center conducted a full-scale fire drill during normal patient care hours.
No height limit for entrepreneurship: Kansas nonprofit boosts children’s business literacy
“We look at every child as a leader right now,” said Leah Ellis, founder of The Society of Child Entrepreneurs, “and ask them what they want to see happening in their community today, rather than kicking the can down the road until they’re older or taller.”
New suit would force Missouri ruling on redistricting referendum
There is a new legal fight underway over Missouri’s newly-drawn congressional maps, less than a week after a pair of unanimous state supreme court rulings on the issue.
Sporting KC Weekly Schedule: May 18-24, 2026
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3 Arkansas baseball players make All-SEC teams
The teams were announced ahead of the SEC Tournament that begins Tuesday.
Austin FC fires coach Nico Estevez, sporting director Rodolfo Borrell
Austin FC fired both manager Nico Estevez and sporting director Rodolfo Borrell after the team's struggles came to a head in a 2-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City.
UAMS Graduates 1,237 Health Professionals
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) recently held commencement ceremonies to recognize 1,237 students who earned degrees or certificates from the university’s five colleges and graduate school.
K-State drops UCF series in regular-season finale
Kansas State baseball dropped its final regular season series at Central Florida, finishing the regular season with an overall record of 28-26 with an 11-19 Big 12 record.
Kansas small business owners, here’s how to get away from all the paperwork
Professional Employer Organizations let you focus on customers. Tell lawmakers to support them. | Opinion
Arkansas softball handles business in dominant Fayetteville Regional title
Arkansas softball handled business this weekend in a dominant regional win. Here are three things we learned about the Razorbacks.
Top-seeded Arkansas men's golf opens regional in Oregon
The Razorbacks are the top seed at the Corvallis Regional.