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Kansas City Zoo announces winning name for new baby giraffe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - The Kansas City Zoo’s voting poll has concluded, and the new giraffe’s name has been chosen. “Willow” the Masai giraffe was born on June 30 at around 1:30 a.m. At birth, she weighed about 125 pounds and stood 5 feet 6 inches tall.
Parsons Police Arrest Two Registered Drug Offenders
The Parsons Police Department arrest two registered drug offenders for non-compliance. 44-year-old Neal Wayne Avery of Parsons was found to be non-compliant on July 9th after it was discovered the address he used to regiater was actually an open field. This, along with another violation, made Avery non-compliant and he was takne into custody on July 15th.
Parsons school district implements free lunch program for all students
PARSONS, Kan. (KOAM) - The Parsons School District, USD 503, is pleased to announce the implementation of the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program for the 2024-2025 school year. Through this program, all enrolled students will receive healthy lunches at no charge.
Wichita jailer was ‘amped up,’ antagonized loud inmate before beating, affidavit says
In all, former Sedgwick County Jail deputy Kymbal A. Britt, 19, punched the inmate at least five times on April 22, according to an arrest affidavit. He is charged with misdemeanor battery.
ICTea will close both locations at the end of July
In some shocking news, ICTea has announced they will be closing their doors at both locations. A post shared on Facebook noted the owners will be pursuing other interests. The last day of business will be July 31. It’s shocking because ICTea just opened a new location at 2233 N....
Knobtown Skiffle Band Performed Old-Timey Tunes during KC Museum Concert Series
Knobtown Skiffle Band brought its unique blend of old-timey tunes to the stage July 12. Its concert was the second of Kansas City Museum’s Summer concert on the East Lawn series. The Knobtown Skiffle Band has become a staple in Kansas City’s music scene. This year marks its debut...
Wichita Goodcents Owner Named Franchisee of the Year
July 17, 2024 // Franchising.com // DE SOTO, Kan. - Goodcents has named Jennifer Dunn, the owner of a Goodcents restaurant in Wichita, the Franchisee of the Year. “Jennifer has worked really hard in Wichita, and we are thrilled to celebrate her success,” said Joe Bisogno, founder and CEO of Goodcents. “We look forward to many more years of partnership with Jennifer.”
Autopsy: Man 4 times legal limit night he was struck by WPD cruiser
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - FactFinder 12 has new information on a man’s state the night he was hit and killed by a Wichita police officer in February. Jeffrey Moss, 51, died on February 17, 2024, when he was struck by a Wichita police SUV along MacArthur in south Wichita. Moss was crossing the street outside of a crosswalk when he was hit.
Election workers attend training class in Topeka ahead of primary
TOPEKA (KSNT) – In a few weeks the polls will be busy for the upcoming primary election. Before people get to work, they have to learn the ropes. That’s why on Tuesday, July 16, over 230 election workers attended a three-hour long class at the Fellowship Bible Church where they learned the machines and how […]
Lawrence city commissioners set maximum budget with property tax rate increase
Following some confusion, Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved their maximum budget for 2025. From this point forward, commissioners can decrease spending before they lock in the budget by Oct. 1, but they cannot exceed the rate they approved Tuesday. They voted 3-2 to set the maximum mill levy —...
Westlake Ace Hardware unveils new Overland Park store in former Sears spot
A former Sears Home & Life space in Overland Park is now officially home to a new hardware store. Westlake Ace Hardware opened its new Overland Park store over the weekend, at The Fountains shopping center. Ace Hardware is at 6327 W. 119th St. The hardware store occupies a space...
'90 Day Fiance' couple Emily Bieberly and Kobe Blaise have bought a house in Kansas
90 Day Fiance couple Emily Bieberly and Kobe Blaise have bought a house and moved out of her parents' home. Emily and Kobe just announced they're expecting their third child together on 90 Day Fiance: Happily Ever After?'s Season 8 episode that aired Sunday night on TLC. RELATED LINK: '90...
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