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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.
‘Sandlot’ coming back to Liberal
Summertime is baseball season, and along with the professional players in the organized game, children across American can be found playing a pickup game of the favorite pastime this time of year. For many, the 1993 classic movie, “The Sandlot,” symbolized young Americans’ passion with the game, and for the...
Blood donors desperately needed during ‘trauma season’
The Community Blood Center has declared a blood emergency as supplies are short during the current high-demand season. “The weeks between Memorial Day and Labor Day are often referred to as ‘trauma season’ due to a spike in traumatic accidents during the warmer months,” according to a news release from Kansas City-based CBC.
Prairie Village will take out some pickleball courts at Windsor Park
After months of back and forth, the city of Prairie Village will get rid of some of the pickleball courts at Windsor Park in an effort to respond to residents’ complaints about noise. The Prairie Village City Council on Monday voted 10-0 to resurface four of the six existing...
Big 12 Insiders: 2024's best games in Big 12 football, conference and non-conference
The Big 12 Insiders is a streaming show hosted by former Kansas State football player Brien "Big B" Hanley. It covers everything related to and affecting the new 16-school Big 12 Conference. In today's edition, Big B and 247Sports site publisher Tim Fitzgerald reveal Big B's top 10 non-conference games for Big 12 teams this season, followed by his top 10 conference games for 2024.
Nebraska girls club soccer team wins national championship
WICHITA, Kan. - Nebraska Select 18G won the US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup on Tuesday, in Wichita, Kan. Select is the only year-round competitive soccer program for high school-aged boys and girls west of Lincoln. The team led by former UNK soccer head coach Mike Munch went undefeated in pool play to earn the #1 seed for bracket play. Select defeated 1776 United (PA) 6-2 in the semifinals on Monday morning to advance to the championship where they defeated Lakeshore United FC (WI) 4-1.
A heart for change: Local family champions AEDs after daughter's Sudden Cardiac Arrest
A medical emergency at the Sunflower State Games last year became a catalyst for change for one Emporia family. On July 16, 2023, Reagan Herrman was playing basketball when her heart stopped on the court at Washburn University and she stopped breathing. After four minutes, two cycles of CPR and one shock from an AED, she began breathing again. She was subsequently diagnosed with catecholaminergic polymorphic ventricular tachycardia (CPVT).
🏀 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...
Two nurses share July DAISY Award
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Congratulations to this month's DAISY Award winners, Olivia Snedeker and Stacey Cox!. When a patient came into the ER experiencing a miscarriage, Olivia and Stacey stepped in with exceptional care, professionalism, and empathy. Despite a busy ER, they dedicated themselves to supporting the patient and family, ensuring comfort and respect during this difficult time.
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