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Saline County Jail Bookings, July 7
REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Battery; Phys contact rude/insult/angry manner, Disorderly conduct; Fighting words or noisy conduct to cause resentment, Driving While Suspended, Interf w/LEO; obstr/resist/oppose misd warrant, Theft of prop/services:Value less than $1,500. NAME: Conboy, Kayla Janae. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Outside warrant/NCIC hit. NAME: Deatherage, Derrold Ray. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Driving under influence of...
One year later: First Southern Baptist fully healed after July 16 storm
Nearly one year has passed since wind and hail from July 16, 2023, wreaked havoc on Great Bend. One of the biggest scars from that storm is finally healed for good. On Sunday, July 14, First Southern Baptist Church, 3301 19th Street in Great Bend, will host Celebration Sunday. Pastor Tim Singleton called it a rededication with a purpose.
Storm season ends in Salina
Salina, Kan. (westernkansasnews.com)–The Southwest Kansas Storm’s season ended in dramatic fashion as they fell to the Salina Liberty 41-35 in the first round of the Arena Football League (AFL) playoffs. A last second hail mary pass from Matt Stuck was caught at the four-yardline, but the Liberty corralled wide receiver Todd Athey before he could try and lateral the ball, ending the game and the Storm’s season.
Crowder Roughrider Nick Potter Heading to Wichita State University
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder Sophomore Right-Handed Pitcher Nick Potter will be heading to Kansas. He announced he will be taking his talents to Wichita State University to play for the Shockers next spring. Potter appeared in 8 games this for Crowder. In 7 innings pitched, he a WHIP of 2.43 and struck out 9 batters […]
Local church gives away nearly $10K of diapers, wipes
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — Redeemed Christian Church of God held a drive-thru giveaway of diapers and baby wipes on Saturday. There was up to $10,000 worth of diapers and wipes, and all were donated by their church and community members. The event was open to the public. The senior pastor said this is a way […]
Great Overland Station to transform into Station 9 3/4 for wizarding experience
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Great Overland Station will transform into Station 9 3/4 for a wizarding experience. According to Shawnee County Parks + Recreation officials, guests can experience the magic as Great Overland Station transforms into Station 9 3/4, a fantastical event celebration all things wizarding. The day will be full of enchanting activities and spellbinding fun for the entire family from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3 and Sunday, Aug. 4.
Wichita twins headed to KU, but for different sports
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – The Thengvall twins are getting ready to live out their dreams in Lawrence, but those dreams didn’t fully come true until early May. Will and Nate Thengvall, a set of twins from Wichita, have both been Jayhawk fans for quite some time. Both being avid athletes in their younger years and through […]
Sounds of the summer echo across Topeka for Sunday fun
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Capital City Chorus went old school on June 7. for their 77th annual show. “We’re singing American music legends. So we’re doing John Denver, Elvis Presley, Dolly Parton, Don McLain, and half a dozen others,” said Capital City Chorus show Chairman Roy Sullivan.
Enough valid signatures have been received for Topeka Tax Petition
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A Topeka man has received enough valid signatures in an effort to lower property tax in Topeka. Earl McIntosh has been organizing the property tax petition since February. According to the Shawnee County elections office, he has gathered 4,445 valid signatures. That’s more than 1,500 needed to certify the signatures. With enough […]
Retired Topeka West teacher heads to 2024 Olympic Games
TOPEKA (KSNT) – We’re closing in on the start of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games, and one former Topeka West teacher is currently en route to Paris. KSNT 27 News spoke with him just before he took off and explains how he is preparing for the trip of a lifetime. Michael Callaway is fulfilling his […]
Crowder’s Gavin Siegfried Continuing Baseball Career at Washburn University
NEOSHO, MO — Crowder Redshirt Freshman Catcher Gavin Siegfried will heading to the MIAA conference as he is committed to Washburn University. Gavin played in three games for the Roughriders this season and had an on-base percentage of .250. Gavin is from Kansas City, Missouri and attended Staley High School.
Study finds housing affordability at lowest point in 17 years
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Real estate data company ATTOM recently published a study showing that buying a house is on average, less affordable than at any point since 2007. Dr. Stan Longhofer, director of Wichita State University's Center for Real Estate, said that it's been tough for the housing market to bounce back since the 2008 financial crisis, made all the more difficult by issues surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Former Jayhawk Parker Braun to play in NBA Summer League
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - Former Kansas men’s basketball forward Parker Braun will get his shot at the pros, playing with the Denver Nuggets in the 2024 NBA Summer League. Braun spent his sixth and final college season with the Jayhawks in 2023-24, in which he appeared in 34 games off the bench and averaged 7.4 minutes, 2.2 points and 1.6 rebounds per game.
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