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Great Bend’s Niedens recognized at Royals game for Vietnam service
Mike Niedens had to experience combat during the Vietnam War. As a small sign of appreciation for his service, the Great Bend resident for the past four decades was able to experience a recognition that few will receive. In front of a crowd of more than 27,000, Niedens was recognized for his service at Saturday’s Kansas City Royals game at Kauffman Stadium.
In first year of open enrollment, Olathe accepts 70+ out-of-district transfers
The Olathe School District has approved 72 out-of-district transfer applications for the upcoming school year. The move comes as all school districts in Kansas must now provide the opportunity for nonresident students to enroll in their schools, according to a state law that takes effect this year. At the July...
Police: Kan. suspect poured glue all over vehicles
RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating criminal destruction of property in the 1200 block of Bertrand Street in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Just before 3p.m. Friday, officers listed a 26-year-old man as the victim. He reported a known suspect poured glue all over...
Sheriff’s office investigates discovery of body Monday morning southwest of Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A portion of S.W. Auburn Road just southwest of Topeka was shut down Monday morning as Shawnee County sheriff’s officials investigated the discovery of a body in that area. Crews had been called around 9:50 a.m. Monday to investigate a body that was reported to...
Auburn road reopens, body found
Update 3:36 p.m.: The sheriff’s office has identified the deceased as Lowell W. Lence, 80, of Topeka. Update 12:50 p.m.: The sheriff’s office reports that Southwest Auburn Road has been reopened. More information is expected to be released. Update 11 a.m.: The sheriff’s office reports that a dead body has been discovered in the 4400 […]
KU Basketball Roster Transfers: Impact Analysis & Successes
In a comprehensive roster review series, the focus shifts to the incoming transfers for Kansas basketball, highlighting both successful and challenging past experiences with D1 transfers under coach Bill Self. Nic Timberlake and Joseph Yesufu exemplify transfer challenges, struggling to perform at the Big 12 level. Positive instances like Remy...
Fundraisers set for family of fifth-grader who died in Plainville
The Plainville community continues to respond to the death of a fifth-grader in Plainville last week. How the youth, Aiden Sherraden, died has not been released. Crisis counselors met with youth and caregivers during the weekend. Multiple fundraisers for the family have been set. https://facebook.com/events/s/ride-for-aiden/1129820271456830/
Couple sought after allegedly fleeing Council Grove drug incident scene arrested in Oklahoma
Two people wanted after allegedly leaving the scene of a drug crime in Council Grove and driving to Oklahoma to escape justice have been arrested. Meagann Mason and Colby Ross were arrested Sunday at an unspecified location in Oklahoma, according to Morris County Crime Stoppers. They could be extradited to face charges at a later time.
Clay Center Tattoo Shop’s New Apprentice Looking Forward to Leaving A Lasting Mark, Growing As An Artist
Walk The Line Tattoo in Clay Center has a new tattoo artist apprentice. Jay Long has been an artist for as long as they can remember, always doodling whenever they had a chance. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit halfway through their senior year at Clay Center Community High School, Long said they suddenly found themselves with even more free time to draw. This, they said, is when their love for tattoos really stuck.
RCPD: $1,800 burglary at Dairy Queen
RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating a burglary in Manhattan. Just after 11a.m. Saturday, officers filed a report of burglary in the 3100 block of Anderson Avenue in Manhattan, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Dairy Queen reported an unknown subject enter the business over...
CareArc board to discuss de-obligating nearly $90,000 in federal funding
CareArc’s Board of Directors has a number of standard reports on the agenda for its monthly meeting, along with several new items. Board members could de-obligate nearly $90,000 in federal grant funds, meaning canceling of reducing that amount because the funds won’t be needed as originally stated, and it could approve the “disposition of tangible property” as part of its action. The board agenda says the money was initially meant for remote monitoring purposes. The funding was initially granted through the H80 Health Center Program offering supplemental funds for behavioral health services.
Employee contracts among lead items for USD 253 Emporia board in Wednesday meeting
USD 253 Emporia board members have contract matters, handbook readings and strategic planning ahead for their next regular meeting. Board members could approve salary adjustments for licensed professionals, administrators, classified and classified-exempt employees for the current school year. They will also have second readings for licensed staff, classified, substitute and administrator handbooks, athletic and new activities handbooks and emergency operations plan updates.
Emporia city official pleased with first Civic Leadership Institute
Emporia’s first Civic Leadership Institute is a rousing success, according to Director of Special Projects Tayler Wash. Twenty residents have been involved, meeting weekly with city administrators and department heads since early June to learn more about operations like water and wastewater treatment, the Municipal Airport, streets, utilities and budgets.
For Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, a vote for Missouri Amendment 4 on August 6 is ‘a bad idea.’ Supporters say it’s about ‘adequate funding’ for KC police
Amendment 4 affects local funding and state oversight for Kansas City police. Supporters say “adequate funding is needed” to keep this big-city community safe, but the mayor of Kansas City since 2019, Quinton Lucas, opposes the proposed amendment because it “takes power” from local officials. KSMU’s Gregory Holman has this interview.
Army still targeting 2028 to finish cleanup at JoCo’s old Sunflower ammo plant site
Officials with the U.S. Army remain hopeful they can complete environmental cleanup at the old Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant site in De Soto by 2028. Whether that goal is met will be dependent, in large part, on whether federal funding continues to come through, Army officials said last Wednesday in a town hall in De Soto.
Hope Reno County is Saturday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Annual Hope Reno County event is happening at the Kansas State Fairgrounds later this week. "It's a free event that happens Saturday, July 27th," said Matt Stafford with Convoy of Hope. "We will open the gates, which is Gate 5 at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, and there's going to be a ton of things that we're going to be giving away. One of them is backpacks, elementary kids and middle school, high school kids. We're going to have two different backpacks and also free groceries, and there may be some other items. There's going to be some snow cones there while you're waiting in line.
Crews work house fire in central Topeka
Update 9:50 a.m.: The Topeka Fire Department (TFD) reports that just before 7 a.m. they were called to the 1100 block of SW Clay St. for reports of a house fire. When crews arrived they found a home with smoke coming from the attic. A neighboring home received minor damage from the fire. The cause […]
Hays Scouts hike 50 miles in New Mexico mountains
Two groups of Hays Boy Scouts scaled mountains and tromped through the desert during more than 50-mile hiking excursions in Philmont Scout Ranch High Adventure in Cimarron, New Mexico, June 9-18. Groups of boys from Troop 101 and girls from Troop 1o1G made the trip. However, the boys and girls...
County commission to consider TV project Wednesday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Board of County Commissioners will consider on Wednesday whether or not to work with a television producer to promote Reno County. According to agenda documents, Chairman Randy Parks and County Administrator Randy Partington talked with Viewpoint two weeks ago. The company chooses specific industries that...
Saline County Jail Bookings, July 22
REQUESTED CHARGE(S):. Driving under influence of alcohol or drugs Unknown severity. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Outside warrant/NCIC hitOutside warrant/NCIC hitInterf w/LEO; obstr/resist/oppose felony warrantFail to yield at stop or yield sign. NAME: Burdine,Matthew Stanley. REQUESTED CHARGE(S):. Driving While Suspended. No Proof Of Insurance. Speeding; maximum limits. Unlawful acts: vehicle registration violation. Outside...
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