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Kansas artist finishes huge ‘earth portrait’ of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz. Take a look
Kansas artist Stan Herd has put the finishing touches on a larger-than-life ‘earth portrait’ of Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz on a farm in Lawrence. The artist unveiled a portrait of Vice President Kamala Harris, now the Democratic presidential nominee, just days after Joe Biden dropped out of the race last month. The piece, entitled “The Biden Legacy,” left a space blank next to Harris for a portrait of her imminent VP pick.
Another hot day across Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says last night’s storms are long gone and the day ahead looks mostly dry. It is also going to be another hot day across Kansas with high temperatures in the lower to middle 90s, or five to ten degrees above average for late August.
That’s Awesome: An Oasis In The Middle Of A Wichita Food Desert
Today, the AWESOME if found right here in Wichita. In Northeast Wichita, near 21st and Grove, going out and getting an ingredient or two you need to fix dinner is not just an inconvenience, it’s close to impossible for the 1 in 5 households in that area without a vehicle. Enter Dollar General, who just remodeled and adapted their store at 2020 E. 21st St into their new DG Market format and the response has been very positive. Now there’s a market within walking distance for many with fresh produce, meats, frozen foods and other healthy items. Relief for those who no longer have to live in the middle of a food desert, THAT’S AWESOME.
Neglected horses removed from Reno County property, surrendered to rescue
RENO COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) - Two neglected horses, removed from a property north of Hutchinson, are in the care of a rescue group that’s working to restore their health. That’s a task, that Storm Creek Horse Co. Farm & Rescue says, comes with a vet bill it describes as “massive.”
Buhler High School Class of 2004 Hosts 20-Year Reunion
BUHLER, Kan. — The Buhler High School Class of 2004 is excited to announce their 20-year reunion scheduled for September 27-29th, 2024. The weekend’s events will offer a chance for classmates to reconnect and reminisce. All events, except for Sunday’s wine tasting, are come and go with no advance RSVP required.
Buhler Public Schools striving to reduce chronic absenteeism
BUHLER, Kan. (KWCH) - Buhler Public Schools wants to see kids more in the classroom. The district shared the message in a post on Facebook as it works to reduce chronic absenteeism for the 2024-25 school year. Chronic absenteeism means a student misses 10% or more school days, for any...
Learned says goodbye to Barton Trustees & Great Bend community
When Don Learned joined the Barton Community College Board of Trustees in 2005, the college was going through a rocky time. Through the last 19 years, Learned has assisted in guiding the college on the board with his education background. After getting elected five times during that stretch, Learned attended...
Marysville man pleads no contest in 2023 vehicular murder case in Lyon County
EMPORIA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Marysville man has pleaded no contest in connection with a vehicle murder case stemming from a crash in April 2023 near Emporia, KVOE Radio said. As a result, Travis Duane Edwards won’t stand trial in the case in Lyon County District Court. KVOE says...
Construction starting on downtown Great Bend lofts
The iconic Zarah Hotel building in downtown Great Bend is poised for a transformation as the “Lofts at the Zarah” project has now started construction work. This $6.25 million endeavor promises to breathe new life into the heart of the city and serve as a spark for even more downtown revitalization.
Ninety-Nines receive $1 million bequest
The Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots has received a $1 million bequest from the son of one of the founding members of the group. The $1 million bequest from Frederic Messenger (Bill) Wallingford, Jr., the son of Josephine Wood Wallingford, will be placed in an investment fund to provide for educational outreach programs, aviation awareness programs, and support programs at the organization’s two museums: The 99s Museum of Women Pilots in Oklahoma City, and the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum in Atchison, Kansas, according to 99s officials.
Emporia Chamber cuts red ribbon on Little Lyons Childcare
The Emporia Area Chamber of Commerce officially welcomed the community to Little Lyons Childcare Tuesday evening with an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony. The childcare center, located in the former Maynard Early Childhood Center at 19 Constitution St., hopes to address critical childcare needs in the Emporia area. "Today...
Free Topeka Zoo admission and more on Labor Day weekend
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated to reflect you cannot buy books from the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library’s Bookmobile. TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Zoo will have free admission for a special event as part of the Gage Park Founders Fest this weekend. On Saturday, Aug. 31, the Topeka Zoo will be […]
Barton Co. deputies make drug arrests following traffic stop
On Aug. 25, at about 5 p.m. Barton County Sheriff’s deputies conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of 11th and Williams in the city of Great Bend. A 2002 Chevrolet Blazer was stopped for a traffic infraction. The actions of the occupants appeared suspicious to deputies, therefore Menta, the sheriff’s office K-9 was deployed. The dog indicated the presence of controlled substances. During the course of the investigation, methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia were located in the vehicle.
Saline County Jail Bookings, Aug. 28
REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Domestic Battery: rude physical contact. REQUESTED CHARGE(S):Failure to appear, Theft of prop/services:Value less than $1,500. Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance. Failure to appear. NAME: Rayburn,Kevin Michael. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Probation Violation. NAME: Wilson,Isaiah Allen. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Failure to appear. NAME: Wilson,Kelli Noreen. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Probation Violation.
Every former Kansas State football player to make a 53-man NFL roster
A look at which Wildcats did and did not make a 53-man roster for the upcoming NFL season. On Tuesday, NFL teams were required to finalize their 53-man rosters by 4 p.m. ET. With a strong presence in the league, many Wildcats secured roster spots in the NFL for 2024.
ICC Hires New Women's Basketball Coach
Independence Community College has a new head women's basketball coach. Shavonda Price has been named the next leader of the Lady Pirates program, replacing the departing Rob Beckmann. Price spent last season at the University of Illinois-Chicago, and has also served as the head coach at Southeastern Community College in...
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