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Ellis USD 388 suspends implementation of random drug testing policy
The Ellis USD 388 school board voted during a special meeting on Aug. 16 to suspend implementation of a new random drug testing policy. The policy was included in the 2024-25 school handbook and was set to take effect this fall. It would have required random drug testing of students participating in Kansas State High School Activities Association activities by an outside firm.
Olathe police identify 77-year-old woman killed in crash over weekend
Police identified a woman killed in a crash Saturday evening in Olathe. Judith E. Smith, 77, of Gardner, died from injuries suffered in the crash near east Old 56 Highway and South Lone Elm Road.
Washburn to Host Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Banquet
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Washburn University will host its second annual Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Banquet next month. The banquet will be at the Washburn Rooms A and B in the Memorial Union, on the Washburn University campus from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on September 12. The community can...
Ninety-Nines receive $1 million bequest
The Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots has received a $1 million bequest from the son of one of the founding members of the group. The $1 million bequest from Frederic Messenger (Bill) Wallingford, Jr., the son of Josephine Wood Wallingford, will be placed in an investment fund to provide for educational outreach programs, aviation awareness programs, and support programs at the organization’s two museums: The 99s Museum of Women Pilots in Oklahoma City, and the Amelia Earhart Birthplace Museum in Atchison, Kansas, according to 99s officials.
Atchison, Kansas woman charged with murder in chase that killed 1-year-old
ATCHISON, Kan. — A Kansas woman has been charged with multiple offenses, including murder, after a 1-year-old child was killed during a police pursuit. Maria Papalas, 28, faces charges of first-degree murder, fleeing or attempting to elude a police officer and other offenses following the child's death. According to...
Stormont Vail Hospital announces addition of emergency department physician
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new emergency room physician is joining the staff at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, officials announced Wednesday. Bridget Upton, D.O., will be joining the emergency department at Stormont Vail Hospital, located at 1500 S.W. 10th Ave. in the capital city. Stormont Vail Health officials said...
Food Galore at Farmers Market
Hope you are hungry, because this farmers market has the goods. Varieties of kettle corn, licorice, goat milk products, homegrown vegetables and desserts are up for sale at the Emmanuel Church parking lot. From McPherson, Butch Bailey of Barnyard Licorice makes the trip to Salina. He gives samples of licorice...
The Wellington Humane Society Pet of the Week is Wilma
Sumner Newscow report — The Wellington Humane Society Pet of the Week is Wilma!. Wilma is a beautiful girl that needs some time and patience. She was a scared puppy when she first came in and sadly got adopted by someone who didn’t spend time with her. So we now have her back and know someone out there is willing to give this special pup the time and effort she deserves! She is a very sweet girl with a gentle nature.
Generous Donation from Fire Department
Salina Area Technical College looks to receive a generous donation from the Fire Department. This donation will be an Engine 6 (FD unit 426) firetruck that Salina Area Tech will utilize for their fire science rescue program. Salina Area Tech Executive Director of Foundation, Brenda Gutierrez says this program is “growing” and it affords the opportunity for students to learn and grow. She explained to Salina city commission the details of the program.
Leavenworth man found guilty of opening fire outside bar, making threats
LEAVENWORTH, Kan. (KCTV) - A man who fired shots at a woman and her two friends outside a Leavenworth bar in March was found guilty Tuesday of several charges. Court records showed 42-year-old Courtney L. Roberson was convicted of two counts of aggravated assault, two counts of making criminal threats and one count each of criminal discharge of a firearm and criminal damage of property following a March 8, 2024 incident.
Gorillas to Host Ferris State in Top 10 Match-up in Season Debut Saturday
PITTSBURG — The Pittsburg State University football team will make its 2024 season debut Saturday (Aug. 31) when the Gorillas play host to NCAA Division II powerhouse Ferris State University. Kickoff is set for 7:05 p.m. (CDT) at Carnie Smith Stadium with the contest airing on live television –...
City of Altamont Looks for Water Leaks
The hot, dry weather of August in southeast Kansas often leads to the shifting of soil underground. Those changes in the earth can lead to twisting of underground pipes, which is why water leaks are frequent at this time of year. The City of Altamont has been busy looking for leaky pipes in the city water system. City Administrator LeeAnn Myers says sometimes things that look like water leaks aren't really leaks after all.
Every former Kansas State football player to make a 53-man NFL roster
A look at which Wildcats did and did not make a 53-man roster for the upcoming NFL season. On Tuesday, NFL teams were required to finalize their 53-man rosters by 4 p.m. ET. With a strong presence in the league, many Wildcats secured roster spots in the NFL for 2024.
Tickets for 3 Boadway in Wichita performances available Friday
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The American Theatre Guild announced that single tickets to “R.E.S.P.E.C.T,” “Champions of Magic,” and “The Cher Show” will go on sale to the public on Friday, Aug. 30 at 10 a.m. The three shows will happen in 2025. “R.E.S.P.E.C.T.” is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of […]
Laundry Love ‘cleaning’ strain in Great Bend & Larned communities
In August 2022, United Way of Central Kansas introduced Laundry Love in Great Bend where the organization provides free laundry services for low- or no-income families and individuals. The initiative was successful enough to expand to Larned in February 2023. United Way Executive Director Charell Owings said the goal of...
Learned says goodbye to Barton Trustees & Great Bend community
When Don Learned joined the Barton Community College Board of Trustees in 2005, the college was going through a rocky time. Through the last 19 years, Learned has assisted in guiding the college on the board with his education background. After getting elected five times during that stretch, Learned attended...
Sedgwick County eviction filings continued to rise in 2023, hitting five-year high
Khanh Kim Nguyen, a local landlord, and three of her tenants were in Sedgwick County eviction court on the morning of Aug. 8. Each tenant was late on rent or hadn’t paid the full amount they owed, Nguyen said. With the cost of insurance and property taxes rising on the dozens of units she owns, Nguyen said she can’t hold back on filing for eviction.
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