At the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association (ASLRRA) annual conference, Watco Executive Chairman Rick Webb was inducted into the group’s Short Line Hall of Fame. But the accolades didn’t stop there. At the same meeting, Watco team member Sam Pederson was named Safety Person of the Year, the company received the Veterans Engagement Award, the Business Development Award (for its Mission Mountain Railroad), and an honorable mention for Short Line Railroad of the Year (for its Eastern Idaho Railroad). more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — The Pittsburg Area Young Professionals (PAYP) hosted their first-ever “Speed Networking” event Thursday evening at Brick + Mortar, bringing together members and … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Pittsburg High School students gathered in the PHS Auditorium, Friday, to hear from an award-winning Kansas author. The event was sponsored by Books and Burrow’s future … more

Saturday, March 23   Ladies Crochet Group    Ladies Crochet Group meets on Saturday at 11:00 am at the Arma Public Library  AFG Going to the Dogs! w/Nicole … more

Monday, March 25   NAMI SEK   National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) support groups for those living with a mental health condition (Connections) and friends and family … more

GIRARD, Kan. — Crawford County commissioners held a marathon, three-hour session on Friday, beginning with the Board of Canvassers finalizing elections results then moving up to a third-floor … more

ARMA, Kan. — The members of Northeast High School’s SAFE Club staged a two-car crash on Viking Road behind the school on Friday. The scenario involved the passenger of one car showing a … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly signed Senate Bill 195 last week, which permits the Kansas Children's Cabinet to form a non-profit corporation to receive donations, gifts, grants, and … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — A relaxing and fun way for artists to get inspired, Sketchjam returned to Root Coffeehouse on Wednesday.     The event, at which local artists bring their … more

Friday, March 22   Talking Heads Discussion Group   The Talking Heads discussion group will meet at 9 a.m. every Friday morning at the Pittsburg Public Library at the corner of … more

Saturday, March 23   Audio-Reader Pittsburg   Audio-Reader Pittsburg meets from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday at the Homer Cole Center to read to the visually impaired and print … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Born and raised in Jetmore, Kansas, north of Dodge City, KOAM news anchor Tawnya Bach wanted to be a journalist for as long as she can remember. Now living in Pittsburg, she … more

Thursday, March 21   Yoga with Mona   Eclectic Soul Studio has Yoga sessions from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the studio. Sessions are $10 a piece and discount … more

Thursday, March 21   Dementia Caregiver Support Group   Offering the opportunity for caregivers to engage and support each other throughout their journey. Gatherings will take … more

INDEPENDENCE, Kan. — Topeka-native and first-time author Lee Ralph will be in Independence on Friday, March 22, to promote his new book on the Bloody Benders. Unlike previous tomes, Ralph said … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — St. Mary’s Colgan High School students strolled through Meadowbrook Mall Wednesday morning, lifting spirits and sparking smiles to mall patrons.   The students … more

PITTSBURG, Kan. — Women involved in healthcare in a variety of ways spent Wednesday encouraging some area high school girls to consider opportunities in health care for themselves.   … more