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History of Revolutionary War at State Capitol
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The “Daughters of American Revolution” organization along with the “American Battlefield Trust” organization are hosting a traveling exhibition at the state capitol. It’s called the American Revolutionary Experience and it gives people a chance to learn about the common people who fought during the Revolutionary War. This includes women, slaves and more. […]
Kansas researcher has final charge from espionage probe dropped by federal court
A federal appeals court has reversed the conviction of a researcher who was accused of hiding work he did in China while employed at the University of Kansas. Feng “Franklin” Tao was convicted in 2022 of three counts of wire fraud and one count of making a materially false statement.
Missing St. Francis boy found safe
ST. FRANCIS, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office confirms a boy reported missing on Tuesday has been found and is safe. The Cheyenne County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a 12-year-old boy who has been missing from the town of St. Francis since Tuesday morning. Reports show he was headed east on Webster Street at 7:06 a.m.
Salvation Army distributing food in Wichita through mobile food pantry
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Salvation Army will give away free food in July and August. Distribution will take place on the first three days of the third full week of each month. Goldenrod (1340 S. Pattie) - Monday 7/15/24 and 8/19/24. Colvin (2820 S. Roosevelt) - Tuesday 7/16/24 and...
Wichita native winds up in Kevin Costner’s latest film: ‘We want to . . . murder you’
Wichita native Matt Combs knew he would be appearing in Kevin Costner’s new “Horizon” movie as an on-screen band member, but he did not expect to act as a fiddler who gets murdered.
Big 12 Insiders: It sure looks like ACC schools are headed to the Big 12
The Big 12 Insiders is a streaming show hosted by former Kansas State football player Brien "Big B" Hanley. It covers everything related to and affecting the new 16-school Big 12 Conference. In today's edition, Big B and 247Sports site publisher Tim Fitzgerald discuss the reports of top ACC schools, including Florida State, Clemson and Louisville — are all in talks with the Big 12 about a move.
47 DAYS TO 2024 KICKOFF: Cody Stufflebean
NOTE: Kansas State has elected to advance players’ classification even though the 2020 season did not affect eligibility. Those who wish to take advantage of this extra year will be listed as a (“super”) senior again after their original eligibility would have been exhausted. #47 Cody Stufflebean.
Wichita City Council receives proposed 2025 city budget
Wichita City Manager Robert Layton has presented a budget of almost $763 million to the City Council, saying it is a balanced budget that is in line with community priorities and the vision and mission of the city. Layton said the budget’s main priorities will be crime prevention, increasing spending...
New Teachers at U235 School District: Shrewsbury, Harris
There are two school districts in Bourbon County, USD 234, Fort Scott, and USD 235, Uniontown. This is part of a series featuring new teachers in the districts. Uniontown schools have enrollment for the 2024-25 year on July 25-26 and the first day of school is August 15. Uniontown has...
Multiple unrelated grass fires reported in Saline County over the weekend
Over the weekend, multiple unrelated grass fires ignited across Saline County. On Saturday, July 13, a grass fire sparked at the weapons range located at 429 West Barley Road. Ordinance caused the fire to quickly spread, with smoke visible from Farrelly and Powers Roads. Fire District Three responded to the...
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