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JAG-K Day at the Kansas Statehouse, February 2020. JAG-K students pose for a photo with Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, a supporter of JAG-K. JAG or, "Jobs for America's Graduates," is a national program designed to help students suceed in life. The Kansas Chapter is called JAG-K. (Photo from JAG-K)

Abused, Neglected, Rescued, Saved; How JAG-K Helped a Kansas Girl Reclaim Her Life

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Democratic Debate: Live Fact Check And Analysis Of The South Carolina Faceoff

Tuesday, February 25th

Democratic presidential hopefuls are on stage in South Carolina ahead of that state’s primary. The candidates’ battle follows Sen. Bernie Sanders’ wins in the New Hampshire primary and the Nevada caucuses. Follow NPR’s live fact checks and analysis of their remarks.

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Tuesday, February 25th

Now you can listen to the KPR newscast on your Alexa-enabled devices! Finally, an easy and convenient way to get local news for Northeastern Kansas right alongside your other flash briefing programs, such as national news from NPR, weather, and sports updates.

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Headlines for Tuesday, February 25, 2020

Tuesday, February 25th

Here are the news headlines for our area, as compiled by KPR news staffers.

 

JAG-K Day at the Kansas Statehouse, February 2020. JAG-K students pose for a photo with Kansas Governor Laura Kelly, a supporter of JAG-K. JAG or, "Jobs for America's Graduates," is a national program designed to help students suceed in life. The Kansas Chapter is called JAG-K. (Photo from JAG-K)
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Abused, Neglected, Rescued, Saved; How JAG-K Helped a Kansas Girl Reclaim Her Life

Tuesday, February 25th

For the first 11 years of her life, Kira endured the worst kind of abuse. When the abuse finally stopped, she suffered from depression and even considered suicide. Today, Kira is 17 and a successful Kansas high school student. Hear how a program called JAG-K turned her life around. KPR's J. Schafer reports.

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Headlines for Monday, February 24, 2020

Monday, February 24th

Here are the headlines for our area, as compiled by KPR news staffers.

Reporters for KPR and the Kansas News Service discuss the week in the Kansas Legislature.
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Kansas Legislative Roundtable

Monday, February 24th

Kansas Senate President Susan Wagle is urging senators to block a bipartisan Medicaid expansion plan drafted by Republican Senate Majority Leader Jim Denning and Democratic Governor Laura Kelly. 

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Conversations: Piet Knetsch, "Love, Anne" at Theatre Lawrence

Monday, February 24th

On this edition of Conversations, Piet Knetsch talks with host Dan Skinner about the Theatre Lawrence production of "Yours, Anne." Knetsch directs the performance which opens on February 28th and runs through March 8th. He also provides information about special events and a lobby exhibit related to the production.

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KPR Presents: 5 Greatest Presidential Speeches

Sunday, February 23rd

What makes a presidential speech great? Join us for a look at the five best presidential speeches of all time, from the Dole Institute's Presidential Lecture Series.

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Headlines for Sunday, February 23, 2020

Sunday, February 23rd

Here's the latest Kansas and regional news from the Associated Press, compiled by KPR staff.

Emily Brown was questioned about her natural hair at the non-profit organization where she is founder and CEO. (Photo courtesy of Emily Brown)
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Kansas Could Ban Discrimination Against Workers for Black Hairstyles Like Dreadlocks and Braids

Saturday, February 22nd

The bill primarily addresses discrimination in schools and the workplace against African Americans hairstyles .

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