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⚾ Wichita Wind Surge get walk-off win in extra innings
WICHITA, Kan.—The Wichita Wind Surge came from behind in 11 innings for a 3-2 win over the Arkansas Travelers at Riverfront Stadium. The Wind Surge tie the series after the victory heading into the final two matchups against Arkansas on the season. Marco Raya worked out of a bases-loaded...
Hafertepe Jr. Sweeps Dodge City for Eighth National Tour Win of 2024
DODGE CITY, KS (August 16, 2024) – Several of Sam Hafertepe Jr.’s first seven wins of 2024 with the American Sprint Car Series National Tour came in dominant fashion, but never was his stranglehold on the field as tight as it was Friday night at Dodge City Raceway Park.
Chase County Pharmacy opens doors to community
Chase County Pharmacy officially opened its doors this week, marking a significant milestone for the community. Pharmacist Tami Dugan shared her excitement about the launch and the importance of bringing this long-awaited service back to the area. “It feels great to finally be open and ready to serve the community,”...
Lyon County Counselor runs every street in Emporia
Lyon County Counselor Molly Priest took on a unique challenge this summer, running every single street in the City of Emporia. “I’ve been running for about a year and usually run in my neighborhood, a couple miles from home,” she said. “I had just finished the Flint Hills Gravel Run, kind of working towards that, and then I didn’t have anything scheduled and it’s always helpful to have something to work toward.”
Sanders to speak to Rotary Monday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Rotary Club of Hutchinson will hold its next meeting Monday, August 19 at noon at the Stringer Fine Arts Center on the campus of Hutchinson Community College. The public is invited to attend. The speaker will be Dakotah Sanders, the author of Endure: To Suffer...
Wichita teen turns hateful slur into a powerful message
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) — A Wichita teenager got international attention after facing hate at work last month. Since then, he has been doing what he can to ensure it doesn’t happen to other young people. Noah Bierig is a waiter at Bubba’s 33 near Town East Square. He...
Kansas State football is enjoying a healthy competition for the backup quarterback job
MANHATTAN — A mass exodus at quarterback last December helped clear the path for freshman phenom Avery Johnson to take over as Kansas State football's starting quarterback. But the departure of veteran starter Will Howard and a pair of backups before the Pop-Tarts Bowl also created a whole new problem. Forget for a...
While analyzing Kansas football’s development, don’t overlook Katie O’Connor’s efforts
LAWRENCE — When Matt Gildersleeve was asked about Bryce Cabeldue on Thursday, Gildersleeve first highlighted Katie O’Connor. Gildersleeve, Kansas football’s director of sports performance, had been talking about the physical development of various players on the team. Cabeldue, a senior offensive lineman, is a prime example of how far the Jayhawks’ roster has...
Trial to begin next month in Lyon County vehicular murder case
Trial is coming next month for a man accused of attempted murder after a wreck outside Emporia last year. Proceedings against Travis Duane Edwards are now moving towards trial beginning Sept. 3 after a motion hearing Friday in Lyon County District Court. Judge Laura Miser approved a state motion to endorse witness, as well as separate prosecution motions for in limine — disallowing improper statements at various points in trial — and for reciprocal discovery.
One arrested after allegedly shooting a man in South Columbia Saturday night
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) One person was taken to a hospital with serious injuries, and another person was arrested after allegedly shooting a man at the Buffalo Wild Wings in south Columbia late Saturday night. According to a release from the Columbia Police Department, Alexis Gonzalez, 36, of Columbia was arrested for first degree assault, armed The post One arrested after allegedly shooting a man in South Columbia Saturday night appeared first on ABC17NEWS.
Multiple people injured in 3-vehicle crash on K-10 outside Eudora
Two 19-year-olds were taken to a hospital and three other people were injured in a three-vehicle crash on Kansas Highway 10 early Sunday. The crash occurred at 1:53 a.m. Sunday near mile marker 20 on Kansas Highway 10. The location was just east of the interchange at North 1400 Road on the eastern edge of Eudora, according to Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical’s PulsePoint app.
Wichita police release photos of suspected hit-and-run vehicle
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Aug. 21 update: Wichita police released pictures of the vehicle they suspect was involved in a deadly hit-and-run on Sunday. The photos are grainy but appear to show a light-colored SUV. Wichita police discovered Thomas Doyle unresponsive around 2 a.m. on Sunday. They said he was...
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