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⚾ Wichita Wind Surge score early to edge Frisco
WICHITA, Kan.—The Wichita Wind Surge came out on top 2-1 in the series finale against the Frisco RoughRiders at Riverfront Stadium. The Wind Surge scored both of their runs in the first and kept Frisco at bay, besides a solo homer in the third. Wichita’s first three batters were...
Steve Huebert, Jesse McCurry, Darren Pugh running in Wichita Kansas House Republican primary for District 90
Incumbent state Rep. Carl Maughan suspended his reelection campaign after a DUI arrest. That drew three challengers — Steve Huebert, Jesse McCurry and Darren Pugh — into the Republican primary for District 90. The winner of the primary takes on Tracy Edingfield in the general election this November. The primary election is Aug. 6. You […] The post Steve Huebert, Jesse McCurry, Darren Pugh running in Wichita Kansas House Republican primary for District 90 appeared first on The Beacon.
Former Shocker preparing athletes for the Paris Olympics
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — The 2024 Olympic Games begin Friday, and one former Shocker will be there coaching athletes to success. Wichita native Mellanee Welty grew up in the ICT. She attended Maize High School, and before becoming the decorated track and field coach she is today, Welty was a Wichita State Shocker. “At the […]
Five things to know about the Monarchs at the NBC World Series
The Hutchinson Monarchs clinched a spot in this year’s NBC World Series at Wichita State by winning last year’s championship. It was the franchise’s first title, and regardless of how this year went the Monarchs were guaranteed a chance to repeat. The Monarchs still won the Jayhawk...
KJCCC Football Media Day To Be Held July 26 At Riverfront Stadium
COLBY, Kan. (KJCCC.org) – The annual Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference football media day is set for Friday, July 26th, at Riverfront Stadium in downtown Wichita. Head coaches from all seven KJCCC football-playing institutions will be present at the event which will get underway at 11:30 AM with a meet and greet portion followed by lunch at 12 PM. The press conference will begin at 12:30 PM with KJCCC Commissioner Mike Saddler briefing attendees on matters concerning the conference and the upcoming season. Each head coach will be given the chance to speak about their team for the upcoming year followed by an opportunity for all media in attendance to ask any questions. Emceeing the event for the second-straight year is Pat Strathman, sports director and assistant program director at ESPN Wichita 92.3 FM.
PHOTOS: Team Colorado puts on an entertaining show in TBT victory in Wichita
Seven former Buffs and four Team Colorado newcomers battled their way to victory against Purple Reign in Wichita on Saturday afternoon. Below are pictures from the physical contest that was ended by an Andre Roberson lay-up...
Romance Scam: Kansas woman sent $110,000 to New York man
SEDGWICK COUNTY —A New York man was sentenced in Sedgwick County District Court last week for his role in a “romance scam” that defrauded an elderly Wichita woman of more than $100,000. Jango Touray, 35 of New York City, pled guilty earlier this year to the felony...
Michael Winslow Wins 2024 Kansas Amateur Golf Championship in Thrilling Showdown with Will King
Michael Winslow, a Wichita State men's golfer, clinched victory over Kansas Jayhawk Will King in the 2024 Kansas Amateur, securing the title at Topeka Country Club after defeating six golfers, including his teammate Zach Sokolosky. Winslow's come-from-behind triumph showcased his dedication, praised by coach Judd Easterling. The championship match saw King initially leading but Winslow's strong performance in the second round secured a two-hole advantage, leading him to victory as the 2024 Kansas Amateur Champion.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Scattered showers start the week, warmer trend in sight
Spotty showers are tracking through the Sunflower State this evening. Scattered storm activity has stayed on the other side of the state line, with a few rainy rumbles in eastern Colorado. A random shower or two will be possible overnight, but most of the state will stay dry. Winds out...
Jill Ward and David Hickman: Get to know the Wichita-area primary candidates
Two conservative candidates — Jill Ward and David Hickman — are running for a Kansas House seat after the retirement of longtime state Rep. Brenda Landwehr. Landwehr was first elected in 1997 and stayed in office until 2012. She then returned to office in 2017. But her possible replacements in the Republican primary have little to no political experience. The winner of the primary takes on John Burke in the general election this November.
Hafertepe Jr. Dominates 81 Speedway for Third-Straight Victory
WICHITA, KS (July 20, 2024) – Sam Hafertepe Jr.’s first three wins of the season on the American Sprint Car Series National Tour came consecutively in June, and history repeated itself Saturday night. The five-time Series champion led every lap at 81 Speedway en route to his third-straight Feature win and sixth of the season.
AfterShocks & Mass Street Advance in TBT; Purple Reign Falls
The 2024 edition of The Basketball Tournament opened play in the Wichita Regional Saturday at Charles Koch Arena in Wichita with two of the three home favorites advancing. In the opening game of the day, the top-seeded AfterShocks team of Wichita State alumni used a monster first quarter to advance past No. 8 seed Midtown Prestige 86-71. The AfterShocks ended the first period up 19-4 and never looked back. The teams played the last three periods even but the 15-point deficit was too much for the Prestige to overcome. Markis McDuffie led the way with 20 points on 8-for-13 shooting while grabbing six rebounds for the ‘Shocks.
Kansas Forecast: Warm-Up Brings 90-Degree Heat to Wichita
Wichita, KS – A significant warming trend is set to sweep through Wichita next week, bringing temperatures into the 90s by midweek. The US National Weather Service Wichita Kansas has issued a forecast predicting a gradual increase in temperatures starting Monday. According to the NWS, Monday’s high will be...
Feeling like (early) fall today
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says today will feel more like fall with high temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s which is normal for mid to late September. While a stray shower or two cannot be ruled out this morning, most areas will be dry with clearing skies this afternoon.
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