"I want my patients to know that I am always available for them,” said Dr. Stinson. “As a surgeon, I can build lifelong relationships with my patients. I make it a priority to provide high-quality patient care and answer their questions, whether they be in the emergency department, in the intensive care unit or weeks to years later.”

"To receive this ranking for five consecutive years validates the excellent work our team does each day across the region," said Dr. Robert Kenagy, president and chief executive officer, Stormont Vail Health.

“Hometown Economic Recovery Program grants focus on programs that can provide strategic support and resources to help our region’s overall recovery,” said Elizabeth Danforth, Evergy’s director of public affairs.

Kansas is receiving hundreds of millions of dollars in federal CARES Act funding to help Kansans cope with COVID-19.

The state has dedicated $32.5 million of its federal COVID stimulus money to be used for small business working capital grants.

“I like to build meaningful relationships with my patients,” said Dr. Weckbaugh. “Learning more about my patient’s family and who they are outside of the clinic allows me to have a more therapeutic relationship while treating them and create a positive long-term rapport.”

The legendary rock and roll band, Chicago, has rescheduled its concert to Monday, May 17, 2021 at the Topeka Performing Arts Center. Showtime is 8 p.m.

New procedures include temporal temperature checks, assigned/sectioned seating and social distancing and mask enforcement. This event is scheduled to take place on Thursday, August 27 at 3 p.m. at the Stormont Vail Events Center’s Landon Arena.

“I see myself as a physician who strives to impact the lives of my patients positively,” said Nilay Patel, M.D. “I listen to my patients to fully understand their concerns and create a plan to provide high-quality, compassionate care,"

“We encourage safe-digging practices year-round, and to have a recognizable date attached to calling 811 before starting a digging project, is just another way to raise awareness,” said Dawn Tripp, Manager of Public Relations for Kansas Gas Service.

“When patients come to me in the clinic, they are looking for care for their disease but also reassurance," said Dr. Vangala. “I personalize all the care I provide to my patients.”

Grape Escape, the wine-and-food-tasting annual fundraiser for The Topeka Performing Arts Center has been cancelled.

Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Urban Outfitters’ Inc. (URBN) new 880,000-square-foot omni-channel distribution center will be located on ancillary land at Kansas Speedway in Wyandotte County.

"We are so thankful for Panda Express customers' generosity and dedicated support of its associates," said Amy Burns, president and executive director, Stormont Vail Foundation. "Because of their hard work and enthusiasm, kids across northeast Kansas will get the care they need to get and stay well."

SE2, an Eldridge business, and a best-in-class insurance technology company, today announced three appointments to its executive team to support the company’s ongoing evolution to being a leading product and services company for the life insurance and annuities industry.

Envista Credit Union announced that it will highlight the Capper Foundation through the EnvistaCares Challenge during August.

Doorstep and Envista Credit Union are pleased to report that thanks to community support totaling $50,847.89, Doorstep will receive the challenge match of $2,500 from Envista. In total, Doorstep received $53,347.89 in contributions.

Shawnee County Election Commissioner Andrew Howell would like to remind Shawnee County voters of voting options remaining and other helpful information prior to Tuesday's Primary Election.

As part of its ongoing commitment to supporting medical professionals on the frontlines, Panda Express® has donated 19,920 masks to Stormont Vail Health as protection when treating our community members, a value of $18,787.

“While this event may look a little different as we transition from a daytime luncheon to an evening virtual event, our mission remains the same: honoring the contributions of women in our community who get up and do the work.,” said YWCA Northeast Kansas CEO Kathleen Marker.