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Shawnee Mission School District adds language about racist slurs to discipline guide after protests
Racial conflicts reported by Shawnee Mission high school students, in the wake of a fight in the hallways of Shawnee Mission East last fall, have resulted in changes to the district’s student handbooks on conduct and discipline. Last month, the Shawnee Mission school board approved handbook changes that specify...
Manhattan man dies after pickup, semi crash
WASHINGTON COUNTY —A Manhattan man died in an accident just after 12:30p.m. Tuesday in Washington County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2020 Chevy Silverado driven by Brian L Dowling, 46, Manhattan, was eastbound on U.S. 36 five miles east of Cuba, Kansas. The driver was attempting to pass...
Topeka ER & Hospital to celebrate fourth anniversary
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Topeka ER & Hospital will celebrate its fourth anniversary. Topeka ER & Hospital officials said they will celebrate their fourth anniversary of providing prompt and compassionate emergency care with a family-friendly community event from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 at the Topeka Zoo.
Local second hand store reopens after fire damage
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “We’re really blessed and we’re just looking forward to making a good comeback and serving our community,” said Dandy Deals 2nd Hand Store Owner Jeremy Sann. A fire broke out at Dandy Deals 2nd Hand Store this May where almost $100,000 worth...
Topeka man sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection to drug trafficking, illegal firearms
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka man was sentenced to 25 years in prison in connection to drug trafficking and illegal firearms. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office - District of Kansas, a Topeka man was sentenced on Tuesday, July 16 to 300 months (25 years) in prison for charges related to drug trafficking and illegal firearms.
Reward offered for information after Kansas City, Kansas officer attacked
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The Kansas City, Kansas Police Department hopes money will help detectives find the person responsible for attacking a police officer. There is a reward of up to $6,000 offered to anyone who can help police identify the person responsible for the attack. The officer was...
Electricity is being restored following early morning storm
A strong storm moved across Evergy’s service area this morning, starting in Manhattan about 6 a.m. and moving east along I-70, entering Missouri about 8 a.m. The storm brought heavy rains and strong winds. The National Weather Service is reporting winds as high as 70 miles per hour. The storm impacted about 29,000 customers in total, with 21,000 outages at its peak. As of noon, Evergy had restored more than half the outages with about 9,000 customers still without power.
🏀 MBB: $1 million TBT returns to Wichita this week
WICHITA, Kan. — The Basketball Tournament (TBT) returns to Wichita this weekend at Charles Koch Arena on the campus of Wichita State University. TBT is the original home of the Elam Ending, The Basketball Tournament has grown from a unique idea among friends to one of the most exciting and engaging events on the summer sports calendar, with national exposure on ESPN, social media buzz and regional championships across the country - culminating in a winner-take-all $1 million game. Every year it attracts some of the best players in the world. For more information, visit www.thetournament.com.
Wyandotte County receives $687,000 federal grant to help victims of gun violence
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - If you’re a victim of gun violence in Kansas City, Kan., or Wyandotte County, there are now life-changing resources for you and your family. It’s a collaboration between the Wyandotte County District Attorney’s Office, KCK Police, and AdHoc Group Against Crime. The...
Wichita Area Pools and Splash Pads
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - With today’s weather peaking at 105 degrees, staying cool is essential. Here are some pools and splash pads in the area to help you stay cool. Blast Off Bay: Located in Goddard, this indoor water park offers everything from a lazy river, surfing, and a swim up bar. Tickets for a day pass range from $15.99-$18.99.
‘Hallelujah!!!’ After fire left Johnson County restaurant closed, it’s finally reopened
“My daughter has been asking me everyday if you are open yet,” one fan wrote. “Today is her birthday and I’m going to tell her we can now go get her favorite things today!!”
Hospital Donates to Fire Department
Employees of Memorial Health System in Abilene wore blue jeans at work for another “Jeans Day” fundraiser on Fridays throughout the month of June. According to the hospital, employees make a donation of at least $5 and are allowed to wear blue jeans at work. A total donation of $750 was donated to the Herington Fire Department for CPR training.
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