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Trump's running mate makes campaign stop in Kansas
JOHNSON COUNTY —Ohio Senator and Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance made a campaign fundraising stop in Mission Hills Thursday evening. Kansas U.S. Senator Roger Marshall shared on social media a photo welcoming Vance to Kansas. The campaign charged $5,000 per couple to attend the fundraiser and $10,000 per...
Win Four Tickets to the KC Renaissance Festival
Danielle has your chance to win a four pack of tickets to the Kansas City Renaissance Festival! It’s a fantastic opportunity to step back in time and enjoy a day of fun and fantasy. Listen in at 10:25am and be caller #5 and you’ll be on your way to create unforgettable memories at this unique event.
Kansas City, Kansas state representative Marvin Robinson dies
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A Kansas House Representative from Wyandotte County has died. Democrat Marvin Robinson recently passed away, Unified Government Mayor/CEO Tyrone Garner said in a statement. "As the chief elected officer for Wyandotte County, I would like to send my deepest sympathies to the family, loved ones,...
A big weekend ready in Downtown Parkville
The Parkville Days celebration, one of Downtown Parkville’s biggest events, is ready to roll this weekend in and around English Landing Park. Hosted by the Main Street Parkville Association (MSPA), the annual Parkville Days is held in Downtown Parkville. This year’s event will be Friday, Aug. 23 to Sunday, Aug. 25.
Longtime Fifth District, Kansas Court of Appeals judge Gary Rulon passes away
Funeral services are coming at the end of next week for Gary Rulon, a longtime judge at the local and state levels. Rulon passed away Wednesday at the age of 83 following a lengthy illness. Services will be at 10 am Aug. 31 at the Grace United Methodist Church of Olathe. Visitation will precede the funeral at 9 am, with a graveside service following at Shawnee Mission Memory Garden.
New investments in KCK parks give locals more pride in their neighborhoods
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - Vandalism hit three parks around Kansas City, Kansas, during this summer. The damage was costly. Clifton Park was hit hard after someone took equipment from the spray park worth an estimated $25,000. Now, some of the city parks are getting a big financial boost to build entirely new facilities and renovate the grounds.
Businesses express concern as 119th Street at U.S. 69 closes for 60 days
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - As part of the 69Express Project, 119th Street between Grant Street and Farley/Three Lakes Parkway and the U.S. 69 ramps in Overland Park closed on Friday for the next 60 days. “We are closing the fourth ramp,” said Steve Rockers, the 69Express Project Director. “The...
Connecting section will link new trail to Thousand Oaks
A connecting section of trail that will attach the Brush Creek Trail to the Thousand Oaks neighborhood in southern Platte County is being put out for bids. The Platte County Commission on Monday approved a request for bids on what is referred to as the Thousand Oaks Connector Trail. The connector will be roughly three-quarters of a mile, said Daniel Erickson, county director of parks.
Lenexa Planning Commission explains opposition to Johnson County homeless center
LENEXA, Kan. (KCTV) - A day after an informational meeting was held in Johnson County, the Lenexa Planning Commission explained its reasons for opposition to the plan to bring a homeless services center to the area. The Lenexa Planning Commission acknowledged there’s a need for additional homeless services in Johnson...
Cook’s financial breakdown sealed it
I wanted to commend you on the outstanding community service you provided with true first class journalism regarding the jail bond issue. Moreover, the real kudos go to the voters. This is how journalism should work today. That doesn’t happen without well informed citizens. In that regard you did exemplary...
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