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Kansas GOP candidate in 2nd District fighting for enrichment of ‘American exceptionalism’
A Kansas National Guard veteran from Topeka attempts to persuade Republican primary voters to support his campaign for the U.S. House. The post Kansas GOP candidate in 2nd District fighting for enrichment of ‘American exceptionalism’ appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
City council approves more than $340,000 to fix Oakland neighborhood sidewalks
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A much-needed project is coming to the Oakland Community. The governing body voted Tuesday, July 2, at city council, to spend over $340,000 to add and improve sidewalks within the district. Nine different streets and 20 different blocks are slated for the project, and it will start sometime late summer to early […]
Severe storms bring winds, damage to Wichita area
A line of severe thunderstorms moved across south central Kansas late Tuesday afternoon, bringing wind gusts of 65 miles an hour, bringing down trees and power lines. The storms developed in Kingman and Harper counties and then moved east into Reno, Harvey, Sedgwick, Sumner, Butler and Cowley counties. Wind gusts of 60 to 65 mph were reported near Eisenhower National Airport, and a gust of 67 mph was reported near Viola.
RCPD: Arson alleged in apartment fire in Manhattan
RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged arson at an apartment in Manhattan. Just before 7a.m. Monday, officers filed a report of arson in the 2500 block of Stagg Hill Road, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Russ Briggs, who owns the apartment complex property,...
City of Lawrence files case against landlord for alleged source of income discrimination
The City of Lawrence has filed what appears to be its first Douglas County District Court lawsuit against a local landlord for allegedly refusing a prospective tenant based solely on their use of housing vouchers. Sue Herynk and her husband Joe Herynk, of River City Homes Inc., are named as...
Kansas total tax collections back up in June
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday that June's total tax collections were $1.03 billion. That is $24.1 million, or 2.4%, more than the estimate. Total tax collections are up 3.9% from June 2023, according to a statement from the Kansas Department of Revenue. The state ended May with...
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Cold front brings storms tonight, cooler temps tomorrow
A cold front is tracking east, colliding with the warm airmass over central Kansas. Highs today were toasty with Wichita hitting the triple digits. Storms will continue to move along the approaching cold front. Strong winds will be possible as well as heavy rain. Activity will be primarily along and east of the turnpike.
Kansas has new report on first year of taxpayer funding for anti-abortion centers
The contractor administering a state taxpayer-funded anti-abortion program has submitted its required annual report. The Kansas Pregnancy Care Network on Friday submitted its fiscal year 2024 report to State Treasurer Steven Johnson and the Legislature. The organization is in charge of administering $2 million appropriated by the Legislature for use by anti-abortion counseling centers.
3 hurt in fireworks tent collapse in Andover
ANDOVER, Kan. (KWCH) - Three people are hurt and one is being transported after a fireworks work tent collapsed in Andover. Strong storms moved through the area around 6 p.m. on Tuesday. The strongest wind gusts of 70 mph were measured in the Andover area. It was a similar sight...
New Billard Airport restaurant offers $95 steak, Cajun food
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The new restaurant laying down roots at Billard Airport has announced its menu before opening day. SKY Restaurant is Billard Airport’s newest restaurant, and has announced its breakfast, lunch and dinner menus. The restaurant offers Cajun/Creole food in the comfort of the Oakland neighborhood. One of the restaurant’s owners, Chris Stemler, told […]
Saline County Jail Bookings, July 2
REQUESTED CHARGE(S): DUI; 3rd in 10y;comp evidence blood/breath .08. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Stalking; After served a protection order prohibiting contact. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Failure to appear, Probation Violation. NAME:Douglas,Joseph Troy. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Failure to appear. NAME: Graham,Joseph Daniel. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Criminal trespass; Remain in defiance of order by owner. NAME: Johnson,Dvonte Shayron.
Keep your pets safe during the Fourth of July
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Fourth of July can stress out your pets and scare them into running away. The noise and visual effects of fireworks can spook your pets. The Helping Hands Humane Society (HHHS) said that the week prior to the holiday usually brings in a high number of stray pets. “Usually on average […]
KibbleCon 2024 registration opens July 8
“K-State has been hosting this hallmark event for the past few years, and 2024 will provide a terrific and compelling agenda for the industry and university supporters,” said Dr. Julia Guazzelli Pezzali, K-State assistant professor and Pet Food Program director. The conference agenda will include talks from industry experts, new research presentations by faculty and graduate students, inspiring keynote speakers, brainstorming, insightful panel discussion sessions and many networking opportunities with industry partners and friends.
Airbus assuming ownership of certain Spirit assets: What this means to the Wichita community
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Announcements kept coming Monday morning about Boeing acquiring Spirit and Airbus assuming ownership of certain Spirit assets by signing a binding term sheet. The term sheet is for Airbus to assume ownership of certain Spirit assets serving Airbus programs. "I really believe that we need to...
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