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Shelter: Puppies and kittens need additional care
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Michaela Schommer with the Hutchinson Animal Shelter noted that this is a time of year where they struggle to find homes for really young animals. "We are flooded right now with kittens," Schommer said. It is still kitten season, they are still being born, they are still coming in every day and we we are full in foster homes we could use more fosters but we need adopters."
District anticipates moving into Roosevelt Elementary School addition in November
Students at Roosevelt Elementary School will have to wait slightly longer to move into the school's expansion. Hays USD 489 Superintendent Ron Wilson told school board members during a tour on Aug. 5 that work on the Roosevelt expansion will not be finished until November. The temporary classrooms that were...
Miners Hall Museum brings back classic games with ‘Game On!’ exhibit
FRANKLIN, Kan. — People in Franklin got to jump in the past, to learn about games kids played back in the day. The Miners Hall Museum kicked off a special exhibit titled, ‘Game On!’ for the Franklin community. Its goal is to inform people about the fun...
Sedgwick police chief tracked ex-girlfriend 164 times using license plate cams
SEDGWICK, Kan. (KAKE) - A former Kansas police chief’s certification has been revoked after he used police investigation equipment to keep tabs on his ex-girlfriend. In October of 2023, former Sedgwick Police Chief Lee Nygaard was placed on paid administrative leave while he faced “multiple allegations of misconduct,” according to the City of Sedgwick.
Photo Gallery: Live on Mass with Split Lip Rayfield / PopSkull Rebels / Moonshroom
Lawrence loves two things: a good street party and bluegrass. So you can imagine the fervor when the two came together for an unforgettable night. We can’t really seem to go even three weeks without having a street party here in Lawrence, we have a rabid hunger for them– and the music scene here seems to deliver every time. Best part? It’s almost always free.
Sunday afternoon crash on U.S. Highway 75 involves three vehicles, one injured
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A three-vehicle injury crash occurred on U.S. Highway 75 and Lower Silver Lake Road Sunday afternoon in Topeka. According to the KHP crash log, three vehicles were traveling northbound on U.S. Highway 75 around 2:30 p.m. Sunday. A 2022 Ram 2500 rear-ended a 2014 Ford Fusion after coming to a stop.
B.L. Rieke Custom Homes and Lambie Homes Announce Two New Single-Family Developments in South Johnson County
When it comes to superior building standards and outstanding residential communities, it’s tough to beat the reputations of B.L. Rieke Custom Homes and Lambie Homes. These award-winning firms have been revered for raising the bar in residential development and upscale homebuilding markets for decades.
Jose Pepper’s Plans Covered Patio
When a Downtown Salina bar which closed this summer reopens under a new name and new ownership this fall, it will also have a new covered outdoor dining area. In July it was announced the Prickly Pear would be transitioning to a new ownership group and concept, Jose Pepper’s.
Salinan Among New FHSU Trustees
The Fort Hays State University Foundation welcomes four new members to its board of trustees, including one from Salina. According to Fort Hays State, Eric Brown is one of the new trustees. Brown, who currently is Hutton’s North-Central Kansas Business Development Manager, and previously was the President and CEO of the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce.
Man taken into custody after threating business staff early Sunday morning
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A 24-year-old man was taken in custody early Sunday morning in Topeka. Shortly before 2 a.m. Sunday, the Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance at a business in the 5300 block of SW Topeka Boulevard. Deputies learned an adult male had threatened staff...
NW Kansas man hospitalized after I-70 motorcycle accident
GOVE COUNTY —One person was injured in an accident just after 4p.m. Sunday in Gove County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2019 Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle driven by Cade Austin Gourley, 21, Hoxie, was westbound on Interstate 70 one mile east of Kansas Highway 212 in the left lane.
A few more thunderstorms this evening
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - This Afternoon. Scattered showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 85. East wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 1am and 4am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. East wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%.
Great Bend Rec fishing photo contest continues until Aug. 19
From the Great Bend Recreation Commission... How was your fishing spot this spring and summer? The Great Bend Rec would love to show off your best catch or a photo of you fishing in their Facebook comment section. Share your photo in the comment section below and the Rec will randomly select three entries to receive a Great Bend Chamber gift certificate from the Rec. The contest closes Monday, Aug. 19 at noon.
Neighbors create art together in Lincoln Park
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Residents near Lincoln Park are on a mission to build community through creativity. That’s what brought people out for Art in the Park at Lincoln Park Saturday. It’s hosted by The Lincoln Park Project, which works with different organizations in the neighborhood to encourage people...
Walk with a Doc was all about reconstructive surgery
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Dozens joined together to get in some exercise and learn about reconstructive surgery at Saturday morning’s walk with a doc. Most people think of beautification and cosmetic procedures when discussing plastic surgery. While that is part of it and equally as important, Dr. Dana Balderamma...
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