News from 102.5 The River

A reminder from the State Department of Transportation that today is Bike and Roll to School Day. Be alert for students on their way to class, and on their way home after.

The City of Ark City says during a recent City Commission meeting, a proclamation was made to recognize National Foster Care Month locally. They say their hope during this month is that our community will recognize foster families. These unsung heroes serve as the primary source of love, protection, and support to the children and … Read more

The Kansas Department of Revenue announced today that total tax collections for April 2023 were $1.3 billion. That is 2.3%, or $30.1 million, below the estimate. Total collections are down 14.7% from April 2022. Individual income tax collections were $593.5 million. That is $76.0 million, or 11.4%, below the estimate, and 41.7%, or 425.3 million, … Read more

Southwestern College Commencement ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, May 7, at 2:30 p.m., in Richard L. Jantz Stadium. The 2023 Commencement activities will be live streamed on closed circuit television on the Southwestern campus as well as online at the Southwestern College Facebook page and the Southwestern College YouTube channel. Viewing location on campus will … Read more

The Kindgergarten Roundup for Lowell Elementary was rescheduled, and is now planned for this week. It’ll take place on Thursday, May 4th, from 5:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. This is open to families of children who will be 5 years old on or before August 31st, 2023.

The inauguration of Elizabeth Frombgen was held on Saturday, April 22, in the Richardson Performing Arts Center. Frombgen is the 20th president in the138-year history of Southwestern College. Prior to coming to SC, Frombgen was vice president for academic affairs and dean of the college at Thiel College in Greenville, Pa., Frombgen earned her Ph.D. … Read more

USD 465 is putting on a Roll and Read tomorrow at Cherry Street Park. Meet at the park for a reading and rolling adventure. Pack the stroller or bike and roll on over. Along the path through the park, you will find reading stations and other fun activities. Roll and Read is designed to promote … Read more

Governor Laura Kelly celebrated the Kansas Senate’s unanimous confirmation of Brigadier General Michael Venerdi to serve as the Adjutant General of Kansas. Prior to his appointment and confirmation as the 38th Adjutant General of Kansas, Venerdi served as the Director of the Joint Staff, Kansas National Guard at the Joint Force Headquarters in Topeka. He … Read more

USD 470 says a draft of the 2023-2024 calendar is now available on the district website. Please keep in mind this calendar is subject to the negotiation process and could change. https://www.usd470.com/newcal.

The Second Annual Summit Nights USD 470 Art Crawl!! is tonight! USD 470 student art will be displayed in several Ark City businesses starting at 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 27, and will remain on display until Saturday, April 29. Enjoy a FREE bounce house obstacle course on 5th Avenue on Thursday, April 27 from … Read more