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Derby: Conservation efforts paying off in drought response
DERBY, Kan. (KWCH) - In the first two weeks of mandator water restrictions, the City of Derby is among Wichita-area communities reporting a significant water usage reduction. The City of Derby reports a 44% reduction in water usage already. Early this month, the City of Wichita announced that it was...
Habitat for Humanity celebrates completion of three Wichita homes
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Wichita Habitat for Humanity is celebrating the completion of three new homes. More than 600 volunteers worked for more than 5,000 combined hours to make it happen. It was a project months in the making for the families who moved in. “Every home that’s built is...
Kansas State football lineman Camden Beebe announces retirement over medical issue
MANHATTAN — Cooper Beebe left the Kansas State football program as one of the top offensive linemen in program history. His younger brother had hoped to carry on the legacy, but it was not to be. ...
Let's Help transitions furniture, clothing, and food to their new location
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Let’s Help has completed day two of moving all of their stuff from their previous building to their new home, ready to embrace more of the community. “The days are long and they go really fast but we’re loving it,” said Patrick Yancey, executive director of Let’s Help.
Wichita rescue receives $50k to help provide vet care for Hilltop community
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Wichita Animal Action League is celebrating after being awarded a $50,000 grant to support pet owners in the Hilltop neighborhood. This grant is part of the PetSmart Charities Incubator grant program, which provides funds to animal rescues to increase resources in underserved areas, many of which lack access to community support, including veterinary services.
Governor Kelly Announces Elanco to Invest $130M, Create 70 Jobs in Elwood
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that Elanco Animal Health Inc., a global leader in animal health, is investing $130 million to expand and renovate its manufacturing facility in Elwood. The expansion in Doniphan County is expected to create approximately 70 new jobs over the next two years.
Hutch firefighters to take AEMT course
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Hutchinson Fire Department is excited to announce that five of our dedicated staff members will be advancing their skills through an Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) course offered by Hutchinson Community College. This training marks a significant step forward in enhancing the medical capabilities of our team.
Motorcycle crash near Hedville and Satanta Roads under investigation
A motorcyclist was injured in a crash near the intersection of Hedville and Satanta Roads in rural Saline County on Sunday afternoon. According to Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan, the crash happened around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18. "The motorcycle was going west on Satanta and turned south onto...
$130M investment from Elanco to bring jobs to northeast Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan. (KCTV) - One of the global leaders in animal health is investing $130 million to expand and renovate its manufacturing facility in northeast Kansas. The expansion in Doniphan County is expected to create approximately 70 new jobs in Elwood, Kansas, over the next two years. “The continued investment...
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