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Gradually warming during the week
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - After some unseasonable mild weather for July, it will gradually warm as the week continues and typical July heat should return by mid-late week. The pattern is not favorable for widespread rainfall, so the forecast for most of Kansas will be dry in the coming days and perhaps weeks.
Kansas internet providers to receive $22.7m in broadband grants
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On Friday, Governor Laura Kelly announced that 12 internet service providers would receive $22.7 to improve broadband access in 14 rural Kansas counties. As part of the latest round of Broadband Acceleration Grants, $10 million is being paired with $12.7 in matching funds to provide a $22.7 investment into rural Internet projects. […]
Jill Ward and David Hickman: Get to know the Wichita-area primary candidates
Two conservative candidates — Jill Ward and David Hickman — are running for a Kansas House seat after the retirement of longtime state Rep. Brenda Landwehr. Landwehr was first elected in 1997 and stayed in office until 2012. She then returned to office in 2017. But her possible replacements in the Republican primary have little to no political experience. The winner of the primary takes on John Burke in the general election this November.
AfterShocks advance to TBT regional semifinal after win against Midtown Prestige
The AfterShocks, a team comprised primarily of Wichita State basketball alumni, advanced one game closer to The Basketball Tournament’s (TBT) $1 million prize after kicking off the 2024 Wichita Regional on Saturday with a win over Midtown Prestige, 86-71. The victory marks the 12th all-time win for the AfterShocks...
Annual ‘Create Campaign Forum’ empowers minority entrepreneurs
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Dozens of entrepreneurs gathered in Wichita on Saturday to network, sharing business strategies and struggles at the annual Create Campaign Forum. Create Campaign is a Wichita nonprofit organization that provides resources and mentorship to assist minority-owned businesses in starting and expanding. Its yearly forum is designed for minority entrepreneurs who frequently encounter obstacles in the business world, including representation, funding, and language barriers.
Jacob’s Radar: Wildfire smoke staying just west of KC
Over 1 million acres have been burned by wildfires so far this year, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. There are currently 60 large fires active nationwide, with 10 new fires in the last few days. Just like the last several summers, widespread smoke from these wildfires is impacting parts of the Plains and Midwest. However, for now the smoke plume is just northwest of the Kansas City region.
INSIGHT KANSAS: Kansas childcare is unaffordable for most families
Last month during the state legislature’s special budget session, one contentious issue in the budget bill was doubling the state’s childcare tax credit. Rep. Mark Steffen (R-Hutchinson) made comments saying the tax credit served as an “incentive” for mothers to enter the workforce and weaken “traditional families”.
$2.5 million Medicaid grant will expand mental health services in Kansas schools
TOPEKA — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment and Kansas Medicaid secured $2.5 million for school-based services, including funding for in-school mental health services, increased outreach and enrolling more families in Medicaid. The goal of the grant, announced by KDHE on June 25, is to increase Medicaid health...
Teddy Roosevelt came to Kansas in 1910 with a vision for democracy’s long game. It’s still vital.
Theodore Roosevelt arrived at 9:30 in the morning at the Osawatomie depot on the Missouri Pacific from Pueblo. The 51-year-old former president must have been weary, because on the previous day he had been greeted by thousands in Colorado, met with dignitaries, and laid the cornerstone of the new YMCA. Since his return from an […] The post Teddy Roosevelt came to Kansas in 1910 with a vision for democracy’s long game. It’s still vital. appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Meddys to Open Salina Location
A restaurant known for its authentic Mediterranean food is planning a Salina location. According to Salina Downtown, Meddys will open a Salina location at 305 S Santa Fe, in a building which most recently housed a Safelite auto glass repair business. According to Meddys, they specialize in a Mediterranean menu,...
Man, 28, dies in single-vehicle crash early Sunday southwest of Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A man has died after a single-vehicle crash early Sunday just southwest of Topeka, authorities said. The crash was reported around 3:15 a.m. Sunday in the 3200 block of S.W. Auburn Road. Shawnee County sheriff’s officials said a gray 2019 Nissan Altima was westbound on S.W....
Kansas woman accused in man's fentanyl death
RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a fentanyl related death and have made an arrest. Just after 10p.m. Sunday police arrested Penny Marie Webster, 59, of Manhattan, according to a media release from Riley County Police. Webster is being held on a $125,000 bond on distribution of a controlled substance...
Careless discard of smoking materials may have caused Kan. fire
JOHNSON COUNTY —Two adults and a child were displaced after a weekend fire possibly caused by carless discard of smoking materials. Just after 3a.m. Saturday, crews were called to a fire at 120th and Hayes Street in Overland Park, according to a media release. First responders found smoke and...
During Kansas City's hot summers, community programs can be 'life-saving' for people without AC
At 5:30 a.m. on Tuesday, cars began to file into the parking lot of Westlake ACE Hardware in Independence for a chance to get a free box fan from the Salvation Army. The event was set to begin at 8 a.m. But by 6:30 a.m., the parking lot was so full that volunteers decided to start handing out fans 90 minutes early.
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