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Gradually warming during the week
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - After some unseasonable mild weather for July, it will gradually warm as the week continues and typical July heat should return by mid-late week. The pattern is not favorable for widespread rainfall, so the forecast for most of Kansas will be dry in the coming days and perhaps weeks.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Scattered evening storms, temps to turn up
Scattered showers have dotted the Kansas sky near and north of I-70 this afternoon. Storm coverage will continue to increase west of I-135 through the evening due to a disturbance tracking through the area. The chance for severe weather is low, but a random storm could produce gusty winds. There...
Kansas officials comment on election impact following cyber outage
KANSAS (KSNT) – Working for you, 27 News reached out to state and local election officials to see if the recent Microsoft/Crowdstrike cyber outage impacted advance voting in Kansas. On July 19, cybersecurity firm Crowdstrike reported a global outage when a faulty update was sent to computers running Microsoft Windows. News outlets in Arizona reported that […]
K-State Agriculture Today: 1729 – Cattle Market…Field Day for Water Technologies
00:01:05 – Cattle Market Outlook: A cattle market update with Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State University livestock economist, begins the show for today. Derrell discusses the July Cattle on Feed report and how he saw cattle on his recent international travel. 00:12:05 – Flickner Innovation Farm Demonstration Day: Continuing the...
State health experts discuss need to protect growing number of older Kansans from abuse
Kansas health care experts want to develop more partnerships and policies to protect older residents from abuse. Public health officials with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment, the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services and the Kansas Department for Children and Families recently discussed approaching an aging population and their abuse as public […] The post State health experts discuss need to protect growing number of older Kansans from abuse appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Kansas internet providers to receive $22.7m in broadband grants
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On Friday, Governor Laura Kelly announced that 12 internet service providers would receive $22.7 to improve broadband access in 14 rural Kansas counties. As part of the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants, $10 million is being paired with $12.7 in matching funds to provide a $22.7 investment into rural Internet projects. […]
Wagner: KDWP's special hunts can add to outdoor experience
The fall and winter hunting seasons are in the not-so-distant future. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is currently accepting applications for 402 special hunts available for the upcoming seasons. Cheyenne Bottoms Wildlife Manager Jason Wagner said the hunts can be a good way to gain access to more restricted hunting areas.
Wheat Scoop: Sorghum U / Wheat U
Take a break from the Kansas heat and join Kansas Wheat at High Plains Journal’s Sorghum U/Wheat U event on Tuesday, August 13, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Wichita. “Kansas Wheat looks forward to Sorghum U/Wheat U each year as an educational event designed to help producers make their operations more efficient, effective and profitable,” said Kansas Wheat CEO Justin Gilpin. “Through breakout sessions and producer panels, the event addresses current challenges and trends in technology, management practices and marketing. All attendees will head home with information they can immediately put into practice.”
Kansas fugitive captured at hotel in Colorado due back in court
PUEBLO COUNTY — A wanted Kansas suspect captured at a motel in Colorado is scheduled to return to a Kansas courtroom on Monday. Ryan Antalek, 40, Wichita, is charged with criminal discharge of a firearm, aggravated assault, fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, stalking, two counts of criminal threat, and criminal damage to property, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office.
Republican senator urges defense firm CEOs to safeguard Spirit work
FARNBOROUGH, England (Reuters) - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran is urging the CEOs of major defense companies to ensure that work performed by Spirit AeroSystems will not be disrupted by Boeing's planned acquisition of the Kansas-based supplier.
FHSU grad listed on Forbes Best-in-State list
Ryan Vavricka from the Kansas General Office of New York Life has been listed on the 2024 Forbes Top Financial Security Professionals Best-in-State list. The individuals named to this list of distinguished professionals were chosen based on many criteria considered by an independent research firm. A New York Life agent...
While drought is receding in northeast Kansas, swaths of the state still parched
Earlier this month, Perry Lake rose to its highest levels since 2019, when water levels were more than double their averages, according to the United State Geological Survey. At its recent peak on July 10, the lake, which is northeast of Topeka, held more than 342,000 acre-feet of water, which is only slightly above the average for the reservoir.
Stuga Vodka creators find way back 'home' to make Kansas corn-based spirit
LINDSBORG — Meaning small house or cottage in Swedish, the word "Stuga" is all about home. Now the word has taken on a new meaning, as a brand of homegrown and crafted, corn-based Kansas vodka. The idea for a corn-based vodka came from husband and wife Hilary and Erin Condren after finding themselves back...
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