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Kansas volleyball begins season ranked 13th nationally, 1st in Big 12
Coming off an incredibly successful 2023 season that saw Kansas volleyball have three All-Big 12 First Teamers, an All-Big 12 Second Teamer, an All-Big 12 Freshman Teamer, the Big 12 Setter of the Year, the Big 12 Coach of the Year, finish ranked 17th nationally with a 24-6 record and host NCAA tournament games, the expectations are even loftier for 2024.
Gene Weir brings winning legacy to Blue Valley North in 1st year as head coach
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Gene Weir, the new head football coach at Blue Valley North, is diving into his role with enthusiasm and experience. “I like coaching," Weir said. "I have no intention of quitting or even thinking about retirement." Known for his impressive coaching career and multiple state...
Plugging into certain EV charging stations in Overland Park won’t be free much longer
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - Electric vehicle owners will soon pay a price to plug in at certain charging stations in Johnson County. Members of the Overland Park City Council passed a resolution that would charge people per kilowatt-hour during Monday evening’s meeting. The city manager will also be...
Jayhawks Get Star QB Back
A familiar face will be under center for the Kansas Jayhawks when they open the 2024 season next week. Quarterback Jalon Daniels has been named the starting quarterback for the team's opener against Lindenwood. He says there are no more injury concerns moving forward. Daniels missed half of the 2022...
New doctor announced by Stormont Vail Health
(MANHATTAN, Kan., Aug. 21, 2024) – Stormont Vail Health is excited to welcome Karen Graves, D.O., to the Primary Care team at the Manhattan Campus. Dr. Graves brings more than two decades of experience in family medicine to Cotton O'Neil Primary Care Manhattan, located at 1325 Research Park Drive. Her practice philosophy extends beyond traditional family medicine to embrace a holistic approach that acknowledges health's mental, physical, and emotional factors.
Trooper Gate topic surfaces at city commission
Junction City Commissioner Richard Pinaire noted Tuesday evening he would like to see the recent Army closure of the Trooper Gate entrance to Fort Riley reconsidered. He suggested it could perhaps be a topic for an upcoming joint city - county - school district meeting. He added local officials are stakeholders and suggested a meeting of officials with Fort Riley.
Suspects In Oklahoma Murders Of Kansas Women Appear In Court
A court appearance is held for the five suspects charged in the murders of two Kansas women. Paul Grice, Tad Cullum, Tifany Adams, Cole Twombly and Cora Twombly appeared in Texas County, Oklahoma, Court yesterday to consider consolidating their case and to set a preliminary trial date. The suspects are charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, and conspiracy to commit murder in the deaths of Veronica Butler and Jillian Kelley of Hugoton, Kansas, earlier this year.
Geary County Booking Photos Aug. 22
Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable. Bobbie Rodgers, Probation violation, arrested 08/21. Patricia Purcell, Theft-all other, Cancelled/suspended/revoked drivers license, arrested 08/21. Robert...
Roos Earn First Win of Their 2024 Campaign
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Kansas City Women's Soccer (1-0-2) hosted its first match on home turf Thursday evening, defeating Emporia State in an emphatic 2-0 victory. Both Roo goals were scored by Adriana Benassi in Kansas City's first win of the season. KEY MOMENTS | HIGHLIGHTS. 6' / 1-0...
Kan. man connected to stolen vehicle with child inside has died
SHAWNEE COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities investigating two suspects new allegations after a victim in the case died. On Wednesday police reported 37-year-old Kyle E. Higgins of Topeka had died. Just after 4 a.m. Tuesday, police responded to a reported aggravated robbery of a vehicle near SW 29th and...
Spectators get sneak peak of Blue Angels before McConnell air show
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Destiny Mast has been to several air shows in Wichita, but that's not stopping her excitement from seeing the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in action. "I got here at about 9:00-ish, or actually 9:30, a little bit before they got here. And I kind of watched the first, like, run through. And I'm like, 'Heck, yeah, right on,'" Mast said. "So I'm excited."
Laugh along at live commentary during a 'bad' movie at the Salina Art Cinema
While it is regarded and more known for showing art, prestige and award-winning films, the Salina Art Center Cinema is showing a different kind of film this weekend, a "bad" film. In the first of what is hoped to be a continuing series, the art cinema is hosting Comedy Night, a showing of...
Saline County Jail Bookings, Aug. 22
REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Contempt of Court; Direct. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): No Proof Of InsuranceOperate a MV w/o a valid licenseUnlawful acts: vehicle registration violation. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance. NAME: Watson,Amber Lynn. REQUESTED CHARGE(S):. Assault. Criminal Damage to Property; Misdemeanor. NAME: Watson,Deshawn Lee. REQUESTED CHARGE(S): Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily...
PREVIEW: St. Marys thrilled for new changes in 2024
ST. MARYS, Kan. (WIBW) - One of the many schools down the Highway 24 pipeline, the Bears another another team who have a new head coach at the helm. The Bears are under CJ Marple who’s been on the staff for the last several years after Kyle Schnek stepped down.
Wheat Scoop: Wheat U Follow-Up
Roughly 130 wheat and sorghum growers listened to insights and recommendations on seed technology, foliar fungicide applications, grain marketing and more as part of the recent Sorghum U/Wheat U. The free, one-day event in Wichita on August 13 was sponsored by High Plains Journal, Kansas Grain Sorghum Commission, Kansas Wheat,...
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