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In some places, ringing church bells offer a sense of community. But in many Kansas towns, the occasional blast of the daily whistle or siren signals it’s time to get up, have lunch, go back to work or eat supper. For this month’s Hidden Kansas, Beccy Tanner offers a look at some of the unique sounds of rural Kansas.

Kevin Barnes discusses the ongoing creativity behind of Montreal, personal healing, and how the band's live shows transformed from low to high stakes affairs.

Sedgwick County firefighters are getting practice responding to emergencies, and just in time for what’s normally a busy season. We get a first-hand look at firefighter training, after the news.

On this episode of Marginalia, Beth Golay visits with John Lanchester about his novel, "Look What You Made Me Do." Plus, Suzanne Perez reviews "Small Boat" by Vincent Delecroix.

Philadelphia's Adam Brodsky returns with first album in over two decades. After all, someone has to save democracy.

U.S. rivers used to be so polluted that lots of fish couldn’t even live in them. Then in the 1970s, federal laws took the problem to task. But even as fish and wildlife rebound in many rivers, other problems loom. We'll learn more, and we have news from Wichita and around the state.

Tim Williams was aware that his late father, Don Williams, had left behind some recordings in the family cellar but he was in no hurry to rush them into the world.

For many rural Kansas communities, daily routines are punctuated by the sound of the town whistle. Plus news from Wichita and around the state.

A new album celebrates poetry from three women. KMUW's Jedd Beaudoin recently had a chance to speak to the composer about the album and what it took to create the music, and we have news from Wichita and around the state.

Veteran Chicago band returns with new singer, new album, same old musical goals.