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Kansas City man chased victims in deadly shooting
KANSAS CITY — A Kansas City man is going to prison for a deadly shooting in the Westport area of Kansas City. Last week, a judge sentenced 24-year-old Kershmire Ralls, 24, of Kansas City, to 20 years in prison, according to the Jackson County Prosecuting Attorney's office. Ralls pled...
Standards updated for wheat, swine
Kansas State University researchers and representatives of Kansas Wheat have recently published updated findings on the value of feeding wheat to pigs. What they’ve found is good news for swine producers and wheat growers. “Our data collected from 2014 to 2020 suggests that wheat’s mean energy content is 99...
Worldwide Interest in KSU Precision Agriculture Innovations
To get to be a farmer, Brian Martin first has to be a decider. What to grow. How much of it to grow. What seed to use. Where to grow it. When to plant it — both in time of day, and in time of season. How far apart (and deep) to plant it. When to treat it. How to treat it. When to harvest it.
Not as hot for the next few days
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Peyton Sanders says that it will not be as hot for the start of the week. Isolated showers and storms will be possible this evening and tonight across portions of north central and northeast Kansas. The threat of severe weather will remain low. It will...
5 people injured on K-10 accident early Sunday morning
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Kan. (WIBW) - The Douglas County Sheriff responded to a three-vehicle accident on K-10 early Sunday morning. Shortly before 2 a.m., all three vehicles were headed westbound on K-10 near the Johnson County line and east of Eudora. A 20-year-old Shawnee man driving a Chrysler 300 rear-ended a...
“The Path To Pebble” Available To Watch Now
“The Path to Pebble,” a documentary chronicling the incredible story of McPherson College’s decade-long journey to compete at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, is now available for the public to watch. The film’s release coincides with this year’s Concours and commemorates the college’s historic podium finish at the most prestigious car show in the world.
Topeka man arrested after fleeing from Shawnee County Sheriff on Friday
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka man is in custody after fleeing from deputies during a narcotics-related investigation Friday afternoon. Sheriff Brian C. Hill announced on a social media post that this occurred on Friday, August 16 around 1 p.m., near SW 16th Street and SW College Avenue. Deputies with...
Barton CC to host adult education classes in downtown Great Bend
Barton Community College’s Center for Adult Education is holding orientation days Sept. 16-19 with multiple times available in preparation for its next nine-week session of high school diploma classes, which will start Sep. 23 or 24, depending on which class sessions are signed up for. In-person attendance is required...
Interim RDA President encourages economic development entities to take results of recent eco-devo review ‘for what it’s worth’
Interviews are complete and the results of a recent review of Emporia’s economic development efforts is expected possibly sometime next month. That was the report delivered by Regional Development Association of East Central Kansas Interim President Jim Witt during the RDA board’s monthly meeting Friday morning. Witt tells KVOE News Vision First, the agency hired to conduct an economic study by the city of Emporia earlier this year, concluded its series of in-person and online interviews with all economic development-related entities in Emporia last month.
Celebrate World Orangutan Day at the Topeka Zoo
The Topeka Zoo is excited to announce its participation in World Orangutan Day on Saturday, August 17th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. This global event is dedicated to raising awareness about orangutan conservation and celebrating these incredible creatures worldwide. Orangutans, one of the most iconic and critically endangered species...
Alma hosts 16th annual Hot Alma Nights
ALMA, Kan. (WIBW) - The town of Alma held its 16th annual Hot Alma Nights on Saturday. Music filled the streets and bands performed throughout the day into the evening. Several silent auction items such as a homemade Harvey King knife, a custom fire pit donated by Bomb Fabrication & Design, and more were up for bid with all proceeds being donated to the recipients.
Stormont Vail Health Welcomes George Evans, M.D., to the Family Medicine Team
Stormont Vail Health is proud to welcome Dr. George Evans, a board- certified family medicine physician with over 25 years of experience, to the Family Medicine team. Dr. Evan's extensive family medicine background and expertise in treating chronic diabetes, coronary artery disease, and chronic high blood pressure will greatly enhance the services provided at the Cotton O'Neil North Clinic, 4505 N.W. Fielding Rd., Topeka.
Manhattan Faces Army in Thrilling Divisional Showdown
Manhattan's women's soccer team is set to face Army on August 18 after a narrow 2-1 defeat against Fordham in their season opener. Despite trailing at halftime, Manhattan fought back, scoring in the final minute. Sophomore goalkeeper Molly Brunk had a standout performance, contributing four saves, while freshman Lily Bandel made her debut in the starting lineup. The game also marks a significant moment for Amaya Hill, who returns to play near her family's home at West Point, where her father is a military graduate.
17th ranked Barton Women's Soccer tabbed 4th in KJCCC preseason poll
The 17th ranked Barton Community College women's soccer team has been tabbed to finish fourth in the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference Division I women's soccer preseason order of finish as voted on by the league coaches. Outperforming their runner-up prediction a season ago, the Cougars clinched their second straight...
Kansas football debuts all-red uniforms ahead of games at Arrowhead Stadium
In honor of Kansas playing the majority of its home games at Arrowhead Stadium, home of the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs, the team has unveiled an all-new, all-red uniform for the upcoming season. 🚨 RED ALERT 🚨 pic.twitter.com/R0Zoo5gGQw— Kansas Football (@KU_Football) August 15, 2024 ...
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