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Disposal of limbs, branches free to Hays residents at Ellis County Landfill
In the wake of recent severe weather, Hays city staff has been working to clear branches from streets and alleys, removing low-hanging or broken branches, cleaning basins, and checking for damaged traffic signs and signals. However, city employees will not be removing large limbs or branches from private property, as...
Next steps in housing, business developments to be reviewed Thursday by Hays city commission
Several items related to new housing and business developments in Hays will be discussed Thursday during the city commission work session. Planned development of The Grove, north of HaysMed on Canterbury Drive, and the final plat for the Depot Addition, 10th and Walnut, will be presented by Jesse Rohr, director of public works.
Biden considering proposals on changes to the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden is seriously considering proposals to establish term limits for U.S. Supreme Court justices, and an ethics code that would be enforceable under law amid growing concerns that the justices are not held accountable, according to three people briefed on the plans. It would...
🎥Stolen car rammed KC area gun store before burglary
KANSAS CITY —Authorities in Kansas City are investigating a gun theft and the business owner is asking for help to identify and catch the suspects involved. Just before 4a.m. Tuesday, Adventure Outdoors, 117 North Main in Liberty, Missouri was robbed by couple of young cowards who drove a car into the store, the business described on social media.
Derek Schmidt reaps advantages of 4 statewide GOP campaigns to lead Kan. congressional race
TOPEKA — Name recognition developed during more than 20 years in elective office and participation in four statewide campaigns placed former Attorney General Derek Schmidt as the clear frontrunner in the Republican Party’s primary to replace departing U.S. Rep. Jake LaTurner, a Kansas political analyst says. In the...
2 people arrested in Ransom on charges of mistreatment of dependent adult
At about 5:30 p.m. Monday, the Ness County Sheriff's Office effected two arrest warrants and one search warrant at 212 S Tennessee Ave. in Ransom. Two individuals were arrested on the warrants, citing criminal charges of mistreatment of a dependant adult, criminal restraint and endangerment. Both individuals were arrested and...
2024 Wheatshocker Nationals Recap at RPM Speedway
Ellis County Fair week got kicked off with the 2024 Wheatshocker nationals with the highly anticipated return of the United Rebel Sprint Series 305's. Joining the sprints were the cruisers, sport compacts and stock cars on Friday. Saturday saw the sprints, sport mods, modifieds and hobby stocks. Visiting victory lane...
Voters select name for baby Masai giraffe at Kansas City Zoo
KANSAS CITY—The Kansas City Zoo and Aquarium asked for your help to name the new giraffe calf. The female Masai giraffe was born to mom Makali on June 30. The calf weighed in at 125 pounds and and stood 5 feet 6 inches tall and she is growing quickly.
🎥Trump feted by former rivals in a show of unity after rally shooting
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Donald Trump was celebrated Tuesday at the Republican National Convention by former rivals who just months ago leveled harsh critiques about him, a show of unity that contrasts with the divisions increasingly ripping through the Democratic Party. Nikki Haley, the former U.N. ambassador who was Trump’s...
⚾Larks rally past 1st place Bee Jays in weather shortened contest
LIBERAL – The Hays Larks moved within a game and a half of first place Liberal in the race for the Rocky Mountain Baseball League title Tuesday with an 8-5 win over the Bee Jays in six innings as the storms moved in to southern Kansas. The Larks struck...
Police: 15-year-old shot man walking with his wife in Kansas park
SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a 15-year-old in connection with a shooting during an altercation with a man and his wife who were taking a walk. Just before 11:30 p.m. Monday, police responded to a report of a large disturbance at 100 S. Saint Francis in Wichita, according to Officer Juan Rebolledo.
ISIS on pace to more than double number of attacks they claimed in 2023
JERUSALEM —From January to June 2024, ISIS has claimed 153 attacks in Iraq and Syria. At this rate, ISIS is on pace to more than double the total number of attacks they claimed in 2023, according to a statement from the U.S. Central Command. The increase in attacks indicates...
⚾ Duran's homer leads AL to All-Star win
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Speedy Jarren Duran describes himself as a player who keeps his head down, works hard and never thinks of himself as being better than anybody else. Duran turned some heads in his first All-Star Game, hitting a tiebreaking two-run homer for the American League and being awarded the MVP trophy named after Boston Red Sox legend Ted Williams.
75th anniversary celebration of Kansas Merci Boxcar this Saturday
CORRECTION 10:08 a.m. Monday, July 17: Gov. Laura Kelly will not be attending this event. This weekend, the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Kansas Merci Boxcar, a gift from France in appreciation of American support, will be celebrated. The ceremony, which will take place at 2 p.m. Saturday...
Sheriff investigating death of Kansas teen in crash near lake
DOUGLAS COUNTY—A Kansas teen died in an accident near Clinton Lake in Douglas County. The victim of the crash has been identified as 17-year-old Brody Minton of Lawrence, according to a media release from the Douglas County Sheriff. Family members reported him missing on Monday and law enforcement had attempted to find him. Douglas County sheriff's deputies searched Monday and Tuesday searched extensively including the campgrounds at Clinton Lake and were working to locate his vehicle in the area.
Government surplus commodities distribution July 23
Government Surplus Commodities will be distributed in Hays at:. Unite Free Shelves (Inside The Gamers Guild) 200 E 8th Street in Hays, KS, Tuesday, July 23rd from 7:30AM-9:00AM. Commodities will be distributed on a first-come-first-serve basis until we run out. Doors will not open until 7:30AM. To be eligible for...
HaysMed celebrates Registered Nurse Residency Program graduates
Twenty registered nurses were recently honored at HaysMed for graduating from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Registered Nurse (RN) Residency Program. The program included a year-long practice introduction that was filled with many accomplishments along the way. The nurses in the ANCC Registered Nurse Residency Program at HaysMed began...
KOERNER: Dining with Diabetes wrap up
Cottonwood Extension District brought the diabetes education program Dining with Diabetes to Ellis County for the first time in June. Monique Koerner and Karissa Winkel, Family and Community Wellness Agents were trained in 2023 and introduced the program to Hays last month. Dining with Diabetes is a national extension program...
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