KPR Jazz
Weeknights and early mornings from 11pm-1 am and 1-3 amWeekends from 9pm-6amAbout the program: KPR JazzHosted by longtime KPR announcer Tom Parkinson, KPR Jazz brings you a finely curated blend of jazz classics, new standards, regional talent and everything in-between. With his depth of experience and local presence, Tom hopes to provide something “to both the jazz aficionado and the ...
Classics by Request
Saturdays from 1-4 pm. About the program: Classics by Request is a show created by Classical Music in the Evening host and accomplished violinist Destiny Mermagen, focused on creating a deeper appreciation for classical music and the power that it can hold, for the KPR community.Destiny hopes to “bring people into the world of classical music who might not otherwise have realized they liked ...
Headlines for Thursday, January 2, 2025 - kansaspublicradio.org
Jan 2, 2025 · A Kansas man is accused of murdering his infant daughter... a winter storm is taking aim at Kansas and Missouri... and the CDC says a rare and dangerous disease has become more common. Those stories and more, inside. Our headlines are generally posted by …
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SENT Inc. is a grassroots 501(c)3 organization working with under-resourced communities in Shawnee County. Our mission is to intentionally walk beside neighbors through loving relationships and strategic development to accomplish the holistic transformation of neighborhoods in Shawnee County.
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Jan 1, 2025 · Wintry Weather Headed for Kansas and Missouri This Weekend. TOPEKA, Kan. (KPR) - The first snowstorm of 2025 may be just days away. The National Weather Service says a weather system is expected to move into the area this weekend, bringing snow and freezing rain.The wet and cold weather is expected Saturday night, Sunday morning and Sunday night.
Headlines for Monday, December 30, 2024
Dec 30, 2024 · Happy Kwanzaa! This is a commercial-free summary of area news headlines, as heard on KPR. This summary is generally posted by 10 am, Monday through Friday, and updated through 7 pm. Thanks for listening to KPR and for supporting our efforts.
Kansas Gets a Lot of Energy from Renewables. It Needs More.
Oct 29, 2024 · Kansas has more than 4,000 wind turbines. The state now gets almost half of its energy from wind power. That's good news. But maybe not as good as you think.
Trump plans to revoke many Biden policies. Where does that leave …
Nov 11, 2024 · President-elect Donald Trump is expected to come to the White House with a laundry list of policies he wants to change or reverse. The Biden administration has moved to ease longtime restrictions on cannabis — so, what might Trump's arrival mean for the push to legalize marijuana?
KPR Community Spotlight: SENT Inc. - kansaspublicradio.org
Jan 13, 2025 · SENT Inc. is a grassroots 501(c)3 organization working with under-resourced communities in Shawnee County. Our mission is to intentionally walk beside neighbors through loving relationships and strategic development to accomplish the holistic transformation of neighborhoods in Shawnee County. Our strategy focuses on the key areas of Housing and Business Development, Community Wellness ...
Film Music Friday - December 20, 2024 (Christmas at the Movies)
Dec 21, 2024 · 'Tis the season for Christmas movies! On this Film Music Friday we're hearing music from holiday classics like It's a Wonderful Life, Miracle on 34th Street, The Polar Express, A Christmas Story and more.