The federal budget debate remains hot - and we had U.S. Rep. Derek Schmidt stop in to offer his perspective on what's happening.

Topeka's City Manager also updated city happenings, while other guests give us a sneak peak at some upcoming events.

Our studio was filled with guests talking all things mental health as we mark May as Mental Health Awareness Month.

We also look ahead to how Kansas State Veteran Cemeteries are marking Memorial Day, and see what Forge is doing to welcome summer interns to the Capital City.

Hours after Topeka introduced a new assistant city manger at a $200K salary, the city manager sat down live to answer questions about how this fits into a budget that's facing a $17M deficit.

Plus, we dive into how area groups are meeting critical needs - and we dive into a new summer for parks and pools!

Small Business Week brought guests sharing resources available to assist aspiring entreprenuers in achieving their dreams!

We also checked in the Kansas Insurance Commissioner, Shawnee Co. District Attorney and mental health advocates - and got ready for Relay for Life!

Elevating survivors voices and connecting communties.

Throughout April, the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence and partner advocates joined us weekly to raise awareness of the issue and available resources.

Join us for these important conversations.

Stress Awareness Month is among our topics this week. We also pause for the Kansas Holocaust Commemoration; have some safety reminders for the orange barrels you see popping up all over; and invite you to a couple fun community events.

SENT Topeka has three women with the same first name leading many of their efforts. Meet Tricia, Tricia and Trisha! Plus, City Manager Robert Perez, County Commissioner Aaron Mays and State Treasurer Steven Johnson drop in; and Michelle with GTP talks Leadership Greater Topeka's next "best class ever!"

The Kansas National Guard 190th Air Refueling Wing is among finalists to land the next generation of refuelers. This week's guests look at why that's important. Plus, we explain microinternships and invite young ladies to Camp Courage.

Northeast Kansas dove into the deep freeze! The Topeka Rescue Mission details their work with community partners to open warming centers. We also also hear about new partnerships supporting mental health in Manhattan and in Topeka; a fundraiser helping a camp for foster teens; and how to support United Way of Kaw Valley.