Good morning, Topeka.

The Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library will run its Let Us Cook class (ages 18-24) Sunday, Sept.

6 from 1 to 3 p.m. and host the Lowrider Culture Fest on Sept. 12 at Lake Shawnee Shelter #4 in Tinman Circle with lowrider displays and family activities.

Topeka Public Schools is excusing student absences this week because of extreme heat, official sources said.

Parents of children who walk long distances to school can keep them home for safety while the district continues to monitor weather conditions.

Carl Carlson, founder of Carlson Financial, explained on Eye on NE Kansas that retirement costs may outpace expectations due to rising health care, inflation, & changing lifestyle expenses.

His interview advised locals to review retirement plans to prepare for shifting costs.

The Kansas Emergency Management Association hosted its annual awards banquet in Manhattan Wednesday night to honor emergency management professionals and support staff.

Russel Stukey received a lifetime achievement award while Jim Uselton and Nelson Casteel were among those recognized for outstanding service.

Compass Data Centers and Bartlett and West explained the water usage process for a potential data center (currently under permit review) at Shawnee County’s Third Rural Water District meeting on Sept.

2 as residents raised concerns; the county will review an updated permit request on Friday.

Shawnee County Public Works announced Wednesday that the 6700 to 7100 blocks of S.E.

Berryton Road have reopened after repairs were completed; drivers should expect temporary lane closures as Bettis Asphalt and Construction finishes cleanup and minor work (including drainage removal and storm sewer installation).

A report by United Methodist Health Ministry Fund urges Kansas officials to improve maternal healthcare by expanding telehealth, broadening insurance coverage, and increasing Medicaid reimbursement (aimed at supporting a growing workforce) in underserved rural and urban areas.

It highlights preventable maternal deaths and stresses the need for coordinated care.

K-State football fans traveling to Manhattan for Saturday’s home opener against Nicholls should plan extra travel time as multiple construction projects on I-70 and local roads may delay arrival — parking lots open at 1 p.m. before the 6 p.m. kickoff.

Washburn soccer closed out its nonconference slate with a 3 to 0 win on Wednesday—sophomore forward Leah Henke scored twice while keeper Lili Everley maintained a clean sheet as the team will play next Friday.

Washburn soccer sophomore Leah Henke scored four goals in the team's first three matches and credited her success to staying focused.

The Ichabods will play again on Friday, Sept. 11.

Kansas men’s golf began the season by winning the inaugural New York Harbor Cup at Bayonne Golf Club in New Jersey — the team prevailed by two strokes over Purdue, and sophomore Arthur Carlier tied for the individual title with a final round 5-under 66.

Washburn football has moved its game against Colorado School of Mines from a noon kickoff to 7:05 p.m. at Yager Stadium on Saturday, Sept.

5 as high temperatures are expected.

Washburn wide receiver Tre Calhoun had his best game yet in the Ichabods’ season opener on Saturday.

Calhoun, the top target for QB Logan Madden and longtime roommate, caught seven passes for 117 yards + one touchdown against Truman State.