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Kansas biologists find ‘super rare’ threatened species in the mouth of a hungry toad
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A group of biologists searching for a rarely-seen species in Kansas’ outdoor spaces made a surprising discovery. The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) recently posted to social media that one of its survey crews searching for New Mexico threadsnakes managed to find one, in the mouth of a Woodhouse toad. […]
ABILENE TO KICK OFF AMERICA’S 250TH WITH NEW MURAL
While communities nationwide are brainstorming ideas to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, Abilene is kicking off the effort by creating Kansas’ first America 250 mural. The Abilene Celebrates America 250 Mural Project aims to honor America’s founding and military history while fostering civic pride. Located...
Wichita man injured in Chase County crash
A Wichita man was seriously injured Wednesday in a crash on the Kansas Turnpike in Chase County. The Kansas Highway Patrol said 45-year-old Michael Rader was riding a motorcycle southbound around 4 p.m. when he went off the roadway and hit a guardrail near mile marker 102. Rader was thrown from the motorcycle by the impact.
KBI investigating fatal officer-involved shooting Wednesday night in Salina
SALINA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday night in Salina, officials said. The Salina Police Department around 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday requested that the KBI conduct an investigation into the shooting. Agents and the Crime Scene Response Team from the KBI responded to investigate the incident.
Body found in Smithville identified as missing Leavenworth man
SMITHVILLE, Mo. (KCTV) - A body found in Smithville has been identified by investigators as a missing man from Leavenworth. The Smithville, Missouri, Police Department announced on Thursday, July 25, that the unidentified individual found deceased on Sunday, July 21 has been identified as Josiah Papa 25, of Leavenworth. As...
Kan. felon jailed after baby found in canal is the child's father
SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement continue investigating after an 11-month-old girl was found in the canal in Wichita earlier this week and arrested a Kansas felon in the case 34-year-old Vincent Perez . He has been identified as the child's father, according to Wichita Police spokesman Andrew Ford. Just after...
Jam to decades of R&B and soul music in Salina this weekend
People looking for a unique experience — including music, food, drinks and even live paintings by Kansas artists — can join several generations Saturday at the R&B VIBES event. Created by Salina's own Cash Hollistah and returning for the third time, R&B VIBES will take place from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. beginning on Saturday, July 27, at The Venue, 638 Francis St. ...
Topeka Public Schools racing to fill jobs before the school year
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Public Schools is still hiring for dozens support staff jobs, with less than a month before the students first day. The district told 27 News that there are specific jobs they are having a hard time filling and these jobs come from outside the classroom “One of the big needs that […]
SW Bricktown Fiesta date set
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The date has been set for the fourth annual SW Bricktown Fiesta, Presented by Midwest Superstore and IdeaTek, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. There will be a free street dance with live music from Grupo Differencia and the Josué Estrada Band, DJing from 620 in the Mix, and folk dancing by Ballet Folklorico Mexico En El Corazon.
Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director to Retire, Effective Aug. 21, 2024
Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director Robin Schallie announced today that she will be retiring from her position effective Aug. 21, 2024. Taking over as Executive Director will be Kelly Sigg. In a letter addressed to Chamber of Commerce and Tourism members, Schallie stated, “It has been...
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