Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Today the annual 'Hand Up, Stand Up' motorcycle ride began near Forbes Field to raise funds for veterans at the local VA Hospital’s PTSD ward via a ride, silent auction, and raffle.
Organizer Jeff Lewis said the event is designed to give veterans a hand up with real support.
Block Talks, part of Prevention & Resiliency Services, began two years ago and now helps Topeka neighborhoods strengthen resilience through community dialogue.
The initiative continues to grow as it expands local engagement.
The third annual K-9 Games took place Sunday at Stormont Vail Events Center, where 14 police dogs competed in obstacle courses to support Kansas Special Olympics.
Sheriff Hill said the event drew strong community backing and may grow into a multi-day competition in the future.
🎓 Education
Cub Scouts visited the Kansas National Guard Museum for Scouts in Aviation to explore careers in flight nursing and boom operations and test Newton’s laws with rockets (a free, recurring program) on Monday, Sept.
14. The museum will host Trunk and Treat on Oct. 29 from 5 to 7 p.m.
🏈 Sports
The Jayhawks soccer team secured their third consecutive win with a late goal by Marit McLaughlin as they improved to a 6-2 record against Saint Louis, whose defense allowed only three shots.
They will face Cincinnati in Big 12 conference play Friday.
Washburn volleyball split its final two matches at the Ichabod Classic Saturday, sweeping Southwestern Oklahoma State but falling to Drury.
The team ended the tournament 2-2 and will host Fort Hays State Friday at 6 p.m.
Kansas volleyball swept Tulsa in its Sunday home game, boosting its fall record to 4-3 with freshman Taylor Stanley scoring 20 kills—coach Matt Ulmer praised the defense.
The Jayhawks will face Wichita State on Tuesday.
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