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Atchison Juneteenth celebrates 20 years
By James Howey Atchison Globe Atchison Juneteenth celebrated its 20th year, coinciding with the soft opening of the Black Business District Museum at LFM Park. The local festival is one of the largest, well-backed and supported community celebrations of the holiday in Kansas. Mayor La Rochelle Young delivered her proclamation for Juneteenth and also spoke…
Community
Beloved community tree downed by windstorm
The cherished Siberian Elm on the west side of LFM Park was uprooted Tuesday night due to the effects of a windstorm. The tree was affectionately called “The Soul Tree” by the people who visited and spent time with the historic community plant.
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Benedictine Wins 2025-26 VisitOP Commissioner’s Cup
The Heart of America Athletic Conference announced Benedictine College as the recipient of the 2025-26 Visit Overland Park (VisitOP) Commissioner’s Cup, recognizing the conference member institution with the highest level of athletic achievement across Heart-sponsored sports during the academic year.