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Headlines for Tuesday, October 20, 2020

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Conversations: Alexis Henderson, "The Year of the Witching"

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Kansas Schools Found More Teachers, but the Pandemic Means They Need Even More

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Students attend the first day of school in the small town of Labastida, Spain, on Sept. 8. A recent study found no link between coronavirus spikes and school reopenings in the country.

Are The Risks Of Reopening Schools Exaggerated?

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Conversations: Alexis Henderson, "The Year of the Witching"

Wednesday, October 21st

On this edition of Conversations, Alexis Henderson talks with host Dan Skinner about her debut novel, “The Year of the Witching.” Alexis Henderson is a speculative fiction writer with a penchant for dark fantasy, witchcraft, and cosmic horror. She grew up in one of America’s most haunted cities, Savannah, Georgia, which instilled in her a life-long love of ghost stories. 

 

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Kansas Schools Found More Teachers, but the Pandemic Means They Need Even More

Tuesday, October 20th

The coronavirus increased demand for teachers, just as a shortage in Kansas was shrinking.

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Headlines for Tuesday, October 20, 2020

Tuesday, October 20th

These are the headlines for the KPR listening area, as compiled by KPR news staffers.

Conversations

Conversations: Steve Burk, Upcoming Concerts at Grace Cathedral

Tuesday, October 20th

On this edition of Conversations, Steve Burk talks with host Dan Skinner about upcoming concerts at Grace Cathedral in Topeka including the 23rd Annual "Silents in the Cathedral" film showing which will be broadcast on KTWU public TV and their first in-person concert since before the pandemic. Burk is the music director at the Grace Cathedral in Topeka. 

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5 Things to Know About Casting Your Ballot in the Kansas Elections

Monday, October 19th

Here are five tips for voting in Kansas during the pandemic.

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Headlines for Monday, October 19, 2020

Monday, October 19th

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

Conversations

Conversations: Lisa Woodruff, "The Paper Solution: What to Shred, What to Save, and How to Stop it From Taking Over Your Life"

Monday, October 19th

On this edition of Conversations, Lisa Woodruff talks with host Dan Skinner about “The Paper Solution: What to Shred, What to Save, and How to Stop It From Taking Over Your Life.” Woodruff founded Organize365 in 2012. Since then, it has become the go-to brand for paper organization, offering podcasts, organizational products and professional certifications.

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KPR Presents: ADA at 30 with Judith Heumann

Sunday, October 18th

This week on KPR Presents: it's a conversation with disability rights activist Judith Heumann, co-author of "Being Heumann" and the keynote speaker at KU's upcoming symposium marking the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Headlines for Sunday, October 18, 2020

Sunday, October 18th

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

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Saturday, October 17th

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

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    Story Book Science Reading: "I Am Marie Curie"
    Story Book Science Reading: "I Am Marie Curie"

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    Description: Join the KU Natural History Museum on Wednesday, Oct. 21 for our second Story Book Science reading of the month! As we explore the spooky side of science, we will read "I Am Marie Curie" by Brad Meltzer. Tune in to our Facebook page at 10:00am to learn about this chemistry pioneer! Submitted by: Alex Worth KU Natural History Museum

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    Description: Josh Abbott Band October 22, 2020 8PM Doors Open: 7PM ADVANCED: $20.00 Onsale: June 12, 2020 10:00 AM All seating is general admission Table reservations available by calling 316-722-4201. Concessions and full bars open! Also featuring local favorites Nancy's A-Maize-N Sandwich Booth and Wichita Brewing Company Hand-Crafted Beers! Check Room is open during events to check your merchandise purchases, coats, hats and purses. All Ages - If An Event Is Cancelled Full Refunds Will Be Issued at Point of Purchase. Support acts subject to change Submitted by: Ryan The Cotillion

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    Zoom Lecture: The Dockum Drugstore Sit-in

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    Description: In July 1958, Black students gathered at downtown Wichita’s Dockum Drugstore to stage a peaceful protest against the unequal practice of segregation. What happened during the three-week sit-in? What caused it to end? And why was its importance recognized by so few at the time? This presentation discusses the details of the sit-in, explores how these protests helped transform the struggle for racial equality in America, and considers contemporary non-violent protests. Please register in advance for this free event: https://kansas.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcof-Ggrj0vEtwHLf3ghQUoNGG-niZK... After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Submitted by: Jacob Livingston University of Kansas Humanities Program

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