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Western Kansas is projected to see large population declines in the coming years, but immigration may be the key to stemming the losses. The communities that have embraced their diversity have seen their population stabilize and the local culture shift, redefining what rural Kansas looks like.
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On this edition of Conversations, Judith Orloff, MD talks with host Dan Skinner about “The Genius of Empathy: Practical Skills to Heal Your Sensitive Self, Your Relationships, and the World.”
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The first English word for “lawn” dates back to the early 1500s, described as an “open space among trees.” Lawns today are a far cry from that description, but they’ve come to dominate our physical — and cultural — landscapes. Now concerns over environmental impacts are propelling yet another redefinition.
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Washburn University's Mulvane Art Museum re-opened last week after a year-long renovation. Director Connie Gibbons joins us to talk about the museum's current exhibits and their 100-year history.
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We have bongo players galore on this week's Retro Cocktail Hour, including Chaino, Chocolaté and Jack "Bongo" Burger! Also, you'll hear the exotic sounds of Augie Colon, 101 Strings, Creepxotica and, all the way from Spain, L'Exotighost.
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A stormy Sunday drove winds up to 100 mph, damaging homes, trees and power lines in parts of Kansas... a southeast Kansas high school senior drowns within hours of graduating... it could be another tough year for winter wheat farmers... and nearly a half million Kansans are expected to hit the road for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday weekend. Those headlines and more, inside.
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The first movie spoof was produced in 1905 and since then Hollywood has often poked fun at itself. On this week's Film Music Friday, we're hearing the music of movie spoofs, including themes from Blazing Saddles, The Big Bus, Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid and more.
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On this edition of Conversations, Aida Salazar talks with host Dan Skinner about her middle-grade novel, "Ultraviolet."
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Kelly says the $470 million cost of the latest proposal is not sustainable.
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As we mark the 70th anniversary of the landmark Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka decision, we hear about the girls and young women who led the fight to desegregate America's schools.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service recently announced it is discontinuing a few market surveys due to budget cuts. Some lawmakers and industry groups have expressed concern and want the decision to be reversed.
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