Stormont Vail Health announced today it is increasing the minimum wage for all team members to $15 per hour effective Nov. 29. The new Wellpower Wage will benefit over 800 Stormont Vail team members.

Despite social distancing guidance in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a new survey by Junior Achievement (JA) shows that two-thirds of teens (68%) expect to do some of their holiday shopping “in-store,” at malls, discount stores, electronics stores, and at small businesses.

“We are happy to welcome Dr. Dierenfeldt and his team to the Stormont Vail family,” said Robert Kenagy, M.D, president and chief executive officer, Stormont Vail Health.”

“We know Nex-Tech is great company with a core foundation built on a standard of providing high-level customer service, quality installation and superior support,” stated Bob Raymer. “Our customers will be in great hands with Nex-Tech.”

November is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month and Kansas Gas Service is sharing information to help avoid carbon monoxide exposure.

I am very grateful to Rotary International for selecting me for this outstanding opportunity and appreciate the support and encouragement I have received from local Rotarians throughout the application process.”

“Presbyterian Manors of Mid-America employees continue to focus their efforts on delivering quality care every day,” said PMMA President and CEO Bruce Shogren. “The High Performing designation confirms their good work.”

Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education (NASPA) Region IV-W, a regional arm of a national organization for student affairs professionals, has given awards to two members of Washburn University to recognize their efforts on behalf of student success.

“Junior League of Topeka leads, inspires and makes an impact on our community,” said Tara Dimick, Chief Business Development Officer of Envista. “We are truly honored to support them.”

“We are excited and proud to partner with the NOTO Arts and Entertainment District and help them in their efforts to improve the landscape of our community by sharing their story and helping encourage the community to support the District and visit the incredible businesses that make up NOTO,” said Tara Dimick, Chief Business Development Officer of Envista.

“As a psychiatrist, I am just one of the members on the care team that helps improve the lives of our patients. I work alongside my patients as a guide in their care and try to see their world through their eyes, as they are truly the experts of their minds and bodies.”

"More than ever, it is important for business leaders from across the state to connect, share their experiences and learn how they can become better innovators, inclusive and inspiring."

Envista Credit Union is pleased to announce that they will be providing Parks For All Foundation a gift of $5000 from the Envista Foundation to purchase two digital scoreboards for Oakland Community Center.

“A critical component of the planning process is gathering public and stakeholder input concerning potential passive and active recreational opportunities in Family Park,” said Snethen.

Through the Sparks Grant Program, the Greater Topeka Partnership is offering local small businesses the opportunity to apply for a new grant through the creation of a business continuity plan.

YWCA Northeast Kansas is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women, and promote peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. At the YWCA, we know that not all violence is acknowledged or responded to equally, and that some victim-survivors go unrecognized all together.

An unusual cancer prevention radio ad took first place in the National 2020 Radio Mercury Awards as announced October 6th at the 29th annual awards event.

“A Seat at the Table is an afternoon or evening of open and honest dialogue and impactful discussion about our community,” said Glenda Washington, chief equity & opportunity officer, Greater Topeka Partnership. “The hope is that these lunches or dinners will be a foundation for understanding, appreciation of differences and unveiling of similarities.”

“We appreciate this donation from Envista Credit Union,” said Amy Burns, president and executive director, Stormont Vail Foundation. “These funds will be used to help create a more comfortable and private space for families during a difficult time.”