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New Zealand's women's rugby team delivered a dominant 36-14 victory over Canada in Kansas City, settling the score seven months after their heartbreaking World Cup semifinal loss. The Black Ferns scored 31 unanswered second-half points to take control of the Pacific Four Series.
Over 50 nonprofits gathered at a volunteer fair in Topeka, Kansas to connect with community members ready to make a difference. The United Way event made it easier than ever for people of all ages and abilities to find meaningful ways to help.
A Meals on Wheels volunteer in Hays, Kansas spotted a natural gas leak while delivering lunch, sparking a rescue that likely saved a man's life. Utility workers found the leak plus two appliances releasing deadly carbon monoxide.
Arkansas' booming poultry industry is supporting 150,000 jobs across unexpected fields, from robotics to veterinary science. The state's 6,000+ poultry farms are opening doors to careers far beyond traditional farming.
A heated 2016 draft-room argument nearly cost the Kansas City Chiefs one of their greatest players. One scout's conviction changed everything, leading to a decade of dominance.
When an EF-2 tornado tore through Hillsdale, Kansas, neighbors and church volunteers grabbed chainsaws and showed up to rebuild. Within 24 hours, 20 volunteers were clearing debris and restoring hope.
When an EF-2 tornado destroyed most of tiny Hillsdale, Kansas, more than 100 volunteers showed up within 48 hours to help their neighbors rebuild. Churches, businesses, and complete strangers brought heavy equipment and hope to a community that needed both.
After an EF2 tornado ripped through Ottawa and Hillsdale, Kansas, destroying homes and a motel, neighbors are showing up to rebuild together. The Miami County Sheriff's Office organized cleanup efforts that brought community members together just hours after the storm passed.
A quick-thinking stranger and Manhattan firefighters rescued three people from a burning apartment building Tuesday morning, pulling one unconscious victim from the flames. The dramatic rescue shows how everyday heroes and trained responders can save lives when seconds count.
Eight months after their thrilling 31-31 World Cup draw, the Wallaroos and USA women's rugby teams meet again this weekend in Kansas City. The intense rivalry between these evenly matched teams continues to deliver nail-biting matches that showcase the growing excitement in women's rugby.
Laura Moore was thrown from a four-wheeler at 16, suffering severe brain damage that doctors struggled to stabilize. Twenty-three years later, she's thriving and leading Kansas's charge to support brain injury survivors.
Bruce and Anita Luehring spend their retirement driving blood donations to small Kansas towns, part of a volunteer force that makes up 90% of the American Red Cross workforce. Their work helps bridge a critical gap as blood drives face persistent shortages from no-shows and deferred donors.
Maria Jose Marin claimed victory at the prestigious Augusta National Women's Amateur, joining an elite group of champions. The University of Arkansas junior's historic win showcases the bright future of women's golf.
When Donovan Royal dressed as Spider-Man for his child's birthday, he never imagined it would become a community mission. Now the single dad and Army veteran spends his free time bringing joy to kids across Arkansas as their friendly neighborhood hero.
More than 100 volunteers spent their Saturday packing shampoo, soap, and other essentials that government assistance doesn't cover. The effort helps teens who skip school because they lack basic hygiene products.
Kansas City nonprofits need volunteers right now, and the benefits go both ways. From reading with kids to caring for shelter animals, giving just a few hours creates measurable change in your community.
Emporia High School's theatre program earned a spot at the International Thespian Festival for the first time in school history. Their production about women in the Vietnam War scored among the highest in Kansas.
Nearly two years after a devastating tornado struck, Arkansas's beloved Victory Theatre welcomed audiences back through its doors. The Rogers community rallied around their local theater, proving that art brings people together even in the toughest times.
Around 30 Washburn University students gathered for an annual poetry reading where survivors shared their stories and found community. The event, running since 2017, offers a safe space for healing through creative expression.
Elementary students across Kansas engineered their own wind turbines to compete for a state title and a shot at the world championship. A traveling shark-shaped wind tunnel brought the excitement to schools before the big competition.
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