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Local softball team wins Kansas/Missouri State Tournament
A local girls' travel softball team has had a successful summer on the softball fields. The 18 and under team, Chaos Fastpitch, is based out of Milford but also has girls from Abilene, Chapman, Clay Center, and Junction City. The Chaos team has captured three first-place finishes and a third-place...
Abilene's Old-Fashioned Fourth of July celebration at Eisenhower Park
Get ready for a star-spangled celebration as Abilene invites everyone to an Old-Fashioned Fourth of July event at Eisenhower Park this Thursday. The family-friendly celebration is packed with activities and entertainment for all ages, promising a full day of fun, laughter, and community spirit. Early Morning Excitement. The day kicks...
Water Watch Notice: Beginning July 5, 2024, Until Further Notice
The water level in all city well fields is at concerningly low levels. Although the precipitation for this year has been better than in years past, it still falls short of ending the drought. Without some decent rain in the next couple of weeks, the city will move to a water watch status to help maintain the integrity of our public water supply. The water table in all but two of the city wells is below the 25-year average. The lack of precipitation has increased water usage and impacted the city’s reserve capacity.
Fireworks Safety: Know the Rules
The Community Engagement Dashboard provides more information about the rules, regulations, Old Fashioned Fourth of July in Eisenhower Park and the annual fireworks display. Fireworks can be legally discharged within the city limits from July 1st through July 3rd, starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 10:00 p.m., and from July 4th through July 6th, starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at midnight.
Pharmaceutical giant sues Kansas for law supporting 340B discounted drugs in pharmacies
A major pharmaceutical manufacturer is suing Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach to prohibit his office from enforcing violations of the Kansas Consumer Protection Act on drug manufacturers enrolled in Medicaid’s 340B drug pricing program. The budget provision didn’t have a fiscal impact, costing $0 to the state, but its language did direct the Attorney General’s Office to take action against drug manufacturers that “deny, restrict, prohibit or otherwise interfere” with the procurement of 340B subsidized drugs to...
Kansas health experts emphasize preparation and awareness amid heat wave
LAWRENCE — With no signs of hot, humid temperatures decreasing in the U.S., climate and health experts are urging the public to take extra precautions amid heat waves. Experts say that because of global warming, temperatures are going to continue to rise each summer. “With further changes in the climate, what we’re going to see […] The post Kansas health experts emphasize preparation and awareness amid heat wave appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
K-State Agriculture Today: 1717 – Case Decisions Influence Agriculture…Safety on Farms and Ranches
00:01:05 – SCOTUS Opinions Impacting Agriculture: K-State and Washburn law professor, Roger McEowen, kicks off the show with points from cases that may impact farmers and ranchers and what they should consider doing. 00:12:05 – Making Agriculture Safe for Children: Tawnie Larson, project consultant for the Kansas Agriculture Safety...
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Widespread morning rain, severe storms develop tonight
Temperatures have cooled a bit compared to yesterday morning thanks to a cold front moving in. The front is moving into a richly humid air mass and has been generating scattered showers and thunderstorms through the night. These showers are expected to continue through much of the morning and even...
Kansas Braces for Severe Thunderstorms Tonight, Independence Day Scattered Storms
Wichita, KS – Severe thunderstorms are expected to move east from western Kansas tonight, potentially bringing large hail up to a quarter size, damaging winds up to 70 mph, and heavy rainfall. The greatest potential for severe storms will be in central Kansas between 9 p.m. and 3 a.m., according to the US National Weather Service in Wichita.
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