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Many facilities, services closed in Wichita on July 4th
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Today is Independence Day, and facilities in the City of Wichita will be closed in observance of the federal holiday. That includes:. Since July 4th is a federal holiday, banks and post offices will be closed and you will not receive mail. If you’re looking to...
Damage reported after strong winds at Wilson Lake
RUSSELL COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) - Several campers were overturned late Wednesday night when severe storms brought gusty winds to Wilson Lake. Around 11:15 p.m. Wednesday, the National Weather Service in Wichita warned storms producing 60 mile per hour wind gusts were approaching the area. 12 News has reached out to...
Veterans, pet owners ask for courtesy amid celebrations with fireworks
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - With the Fourth of July arriving and aerial fireworks lighting up the sky in and around Wichita, there comes a reminder from veterans and pet owners to be courteous with your celebration. For men and women who’ve served their country, the Fourth of July can especially be triggering for post-traumatic stress disorder, “PTSD.”
Does It Work? The Appligator
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - When it comes to sunscreen or lotion, thoroughly applying everywhere that you need to can be tricky. The “Appligator” is a tool promised to help you never miss a spot. Does the built-in roller and long-handle design of the Appligator make a difference? To...
‘This is like one of my worst fears’: Derby farm damaged by powerful storm
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Storms packing punches of up to 70 mph winds and heavy rainfall wreaked havoc in several areas across Kansas, especially in the Wichita area. Among the hardest hit areas Tuesday night was south of Wichita at Twin Creek Trails in Derby. “This is like one of...
Sink holes cause problems in Wichita area
Crews were dealing with damage caused by two sink holes on Wednesday, one in Wichita and the other in Bel Aire. A sink hole appeared in the 3200 block of East Douglas, just east of Hillside, in the westbound lanes, and city crews were working to make repairs. Both westbound lanes have been closed to traffic.
‘Funflation’ spikes this summer amid uncertainty in economy
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Even though many people don’t feel confident about the economy, they still splurge on experiences like sporting events, concert tickets, and fireworks at this time of year, data shows. Financial experts call this anomaly “funflation.”. Ted Rossman, a senior analyst with Bankrate, says it’s...
Hutchinson native Nate Dreiling becomes FBS’ youngest coach
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Nate Dreiling, who played at Hutchinson High and Pittsburg State before a brief stint in professional football, became the youngest coach in FBS college football when he was named interim coach at Utah State this week. Utah State placed coach Blake Anderson on administrative leave and...
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