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Former Coffeyville Coach Prepares for Life in Big 12
A college football coach with Coffeyville ties is preparing for his first season in the Big 12. Willie Fritz was named the 16th Head Coach of the Houston Cougars in December, looking to guide Houston towards the top of one of the nation's elite conferences. Fritz says every program has...
New Irrigation Technology at Innovation Farm
An irrigation system on wheels that can operate in irregularly shaped farm fields will be featured during a demonstration day planned Aug. 1 at the Flickner Innovation Farm near Moundridge. The farm’s owner and operator, Ray Flickner, said the 360 RAIN irrigation system is the newest technology in place at...
Nelly will headline KU’s Late Night in the Phog
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – Kansas Athletics is revealing that rap superstar Nelly will be the headliner for the 40th Annual Late Night in the Phog in Lawrence this fall. Kansas Athletics made the news official online Thursday, July 18. Nelly will be at Allen Fieldhouse on Friday, Oct. 18 with tickets being made available, along with […]
The Junction City Rodeo is this weekend
The 30th annual Junction City Rodeo is this Friday, July 19, and Saturday, July 20, at the Geary County 4-H Fairgrounds Arena. The rodeo begins at 7:30 p.m. on both nights. The theme for Friday night is 'Tough Enough to Wear Pink' and Saturday night's theme is 'Red, White and Blue.'
KBI, several local law enforcement departments searching for missing Kansas man
(SMITHVILLE, Mo.) The Tonganoxie, Kansas, Police Department took a report of a missing person on July 12, 2024. The Leavenworth, Kansas, Police Department soon got involved because the missing man, Josiah Mathew Papa, 25, went missing from Leavenworth. Papa is described as a white male, approximately five feet and 10...
Splash pad in Great Bend fixed and open again
The City of Great Bend Public Lands Department announced that the pump at the splash pad at Veterans Memorial Park has been successfully replaced. The splash pad will be open again starting today, July 18. The city apologizes for any inconvenience; the splash pad is a new favorite summer activity,...
Kelly Hired as Assistant Volleyball Coach
Former Wichita State standout Brylee Kelly has been named assistant coach at Liberty, announced today by acting head coach Nolan Albrecht. She will join assistant coach Todd Garvey on Albrecht's coaching staff. "I am excited to add Brylee Kelly to the Liberty Volleyball coaching staff!" Albrecht said. "She not only...
DA rules on Kansas high school baseball animal cruelty case
SEDGWICK COUNTY —In April, USD 262 Valley Center suspended the schools baseball season due to an investigation of alleged animal cruelty after a chicken was killed on the baseball field at the high school before a game, according to the Valley Center Department of Public Safety. A school employee contacted a school resource officer about the incident.
Chamber names July Small Business of the Month
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Janitorial Solutions (formerly known as Janitorial Supply) has a rich history dating back to 1943, when Fred Blick and his family founded the company as a window washing business. Over the years, it has evolved significantly, particularly after the 2008 recession, when Gary Newcome purchased the business from Fred in 2011. Gary's decision to diversify and modernize the company has been instrumental in its growth and success.
Attempted murder charges filed against man in Emporia
EMPORIA (KSNT) – A man was arrested in connection to an incident that happened on Monday, July 15, when the suspect allegedly attacked a woman with a mallet. According to a complaint filed in the Lyon County District Court, the suspect allegedly kidnapped and attempted to kill a woman, repeatedly beating and/or strangling the victim […]
Lawrence Beer Co. wins Red Cross Battle of the Breweries Blood Drive in Lawrence
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - The Lawrence Beer Co. won the Red Cross Battle of the Breweries Blood Drive in Lawrence, Kan. Red Cross officials announced the traveling battle trophy will be presented to Lawrence Beer Co. for their win in the Battle of the Breweries Blood Drive at a date to be determined.
When school starts in Lawrence and more you should know for 2024-25 in USD 497
Here’s info on when students go back to Lawrence Public Schools, school supply lists, when breaks are scheduled and much more for the 2024-25 school year. The first day of school for kindergarten through 12th grade in Lawrence Public Schools is Wednesday, Aug. 14. Kindergarten, sixth grade and ninth...
🎥Saline County's Second Annual National Night Out — strengthening community ties
Saline County Emergency Management invites residents to join over 38 million neighbors across 18,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, and military bases worldwide for National Night Out. Event Details. Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Time: 5:30 PM to 7:30 p.m.Location: Jerry Ivey Park, 735 E. Magnolia Rd, Salina,...
IdeaTek expands to Ark City
ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas — Super-fast fiber internet service will soon be available to hundreds of Arkansas City families and businesses, thanks to IdeaTek. The Buhler-based internet company will begin construction in August. By fall, IdeaTek will begin delivering unlimited and uncapped speeds of up to 2.5 gigabits per second to the city’s first few neighborhoods. IdeaTek's 100-percent fiber investment of nearly $6 million will connect over 6,100 homes and businesses to fiber.
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