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New family-owned Mexican eatery Emiliano’s opens in Olathe
An Olathe restaurant space that once served pizza now offers Mexican cuisine. Emiliano’s, a local family-owned Mexican restaurant, opened its doors this month to what owner Emilio Romero said is already an enthusiastic crowd. Emiliano’s is at 2137 E. 151st St. The restaurant is just off of East...
Clear the Shelters at Helping Hands Humane Society
If you’ve been considering adopting a furry friend, now is the perfect time! Helping Hands Humane Society is hosting “Clear the Shelters”, a special adoption event where dogs, cats, and pocket pets can be adopted for $0. Yes, you read that right—no adoption fees from Friday, August 30th through Sunday, September 1st.
Event to Highlight Salina Overdose Issues
In recognition of Overdose Awareness Month, CKF Addiction Treatment, in collaboration with the Saline County Health Department, is hosting a community event this week. They will highlight what they say are alarming local statistics regarding overdoses. According to CKF, the numbers are eye-opening. In 2023 alone, Saline County reported 163...
Topeka’s Mayor says a police chief should be hired by early November
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “You know, I think its very important for us to give the community an opportunity to tell us what they think they’d like to see in their chief of police,” said Topeka Mayor Mike Padilla. The city published the publics feedback last week...
Galena students get a visit from the Colorado Corvette Club
GALENA, Kan. — No other car looks or sounds quite like a Corvette. Elementary school students in Galena didn’t have to go far to see the machines up close; they just walked outside their classrooms to see about thirty of them, including one belonging to Newton County native Kim Mailes.
Olympic and Paralympic power couple to start new chapter at K-State
Fresh off her Olympic gold medal, Tara Davis-Woodhall will be a new assistant coach at K-State. Hunter Woodhall, her husband, will go for his own gold medal in the Paralympics on September 1st.
Sunrise Project must move out of its current space
Sunrise Project, a Lawrence nonprofit designed to build community through social connection and food equity, must move out of its building soon. The organization must move from its location at 1501 Learnard Ave. because the property will soon change ownership, according to an announcement from the organization’s board of directors on Monday.
Emporia State names new starting quarterback
EMPORIA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Hornets are entering a new era with Oklahoma State transfer Gunnar Gundy starting under center. Head coach Garin Higgins announced on Hornet Talk on Monday that Gundy will start against Washburn in a Week 0 matchup at Welch Stadium. Gundy spent the last three seasons...
University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus announces hire to urology team
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus announced a highly trained urologist to their urology team. Dr. Christina Peterson, a Topeka native and Washburn Rural High School alumna, is returning home. She earned her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Kansas School of...
Overland Park, Leawood team up to work on key stretch of Nall Avenue
The cities of Overland Park and Leawood will soon partner on some improvements on Nall Avenue between College Boulevard and 119th Street, and it will cost less than initially expected. Last week, the Overland Park City Council unanimously approved the interlocal agreement with Leawood for the project, moving up the...
Clay Center Native Mackenzie Weller: A Journey in Sports Journalism
Mackenzie Weller’s journey from Clay Center, Kansas, to a role at Sports in Kansas highlights her dedication to sports journalism. A graduate of Clay Center Community High School, Weller began her career with an internship at Sports in Kansas, the most followed high school sports media group in the state.
Elk spotted in the Wichita area Monday morning
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Multiple people reported spotting an elk roaming parts of northeast Wichita during the morning commute on Monday. KAKE News received several messages regarding the animal, and a Sedgwick County dispatch supervisor confirmed the reports. After posting about the sightings of Facebook, some commenters posted pictures and...
JJ’s Star Spangled Salute: A Halstead Native Serves His Country In The Navy
Today, we salute Lt. Cmdr. Michael Flanigan. Michael, a native of Halstead, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 142 at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island. Michael graduated from Halstead High School in 2005. He graduated from Kansas State University in 2010. The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Halstead. Michael said, ““Growing up, I learned that if you want something, you have to work hard for it.” Michael joined the Navy 14 years ago. Today, he serves as a pilot and maintenance officer for the squadron, flying an EA-18G Growler – a carrier-based electronic warfare aircraft and the cornerstone of the naval Airborne Electronic Attack (AEA) mission. Thank you for making Halstead proud Michael and THANK YOU for your service.
K9 helps arrest Kansas woman for alleged drug possession
OSAGE COUNTY –Law enforcement are investigating a Kansas woman on multiple allegations after a traffic stop. Just after 11a.m. August 25, a sheriff’s Office K-9 unit conducted a traffic stop in the 400 block of East 137th Street in Osage County for a traffic violation, according to Sheriff Chris Wells.
Enrollment up as new school year underway at Sacred Heart School
Enrollment is trending up at Sacred Heart School. That’s according to principal Curtis Simons, a recent guest on KVOE’s Newsmaker 2 Segment. Simons says a reason for the uptick in enrollment is a combination of things. Sacred Heart’s school year began on Aug. 15 with Simons in his...
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