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Kansas Braces for Severe Storms and Large Hail Friday
Wichita, KS – Kansas residents should prepare for a potentially volatile weather day on Friday as a series of strong to severe storms is forecasted to sweep through the state. The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued alerts for the area, warning of large hail, damaging winds, and localized flooding, especially in the southern parts of Kansas.
K-State food safety expert gives advice for safe and healthy school lunches
As youths are heading back to school across Kansas, many parents and students will go back to packing lunches. But how do you get the most bang for your buck while also staying safe and healthy? Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said following food safety procedures is essential for parents...
What the pandemic taught Kansas teachers, four years after the most bizarre academic year ever
Four years ago, I sat with my hands resting on this same keyboard. I was frozen and baffled. On the bulletin board above my desk, I was planning an absurd semester. COVID-19 meant that my students — all enrolled in the same class — would work on a group project, but they would never be […]
KRGC reminds fans of sports betting risks ahead of football season
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Just like with a substance addiction, someone addicted to gambling can build a tolerance to the brain’s reward system, making them go further to feel the same sensation. And with each wager placed, there is more at stake than losing a couple of bucks. Since...
Gov. Kelly discusses $2B tax reform bill, Medicaid expansion, national politics
Following multiple ceremonial bill signing events held in Leavenworth and Holton, Governor Laura Kelly called Salina Post to discuss the present and long-term impacts of tax reform, the possibility of Medicaid expansion in 2025, her reflections on the state's current financial standing, and the Kansas City Chiefs’ potential move across state lines.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for the Ozarks
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the Ozarks. According to the National Weather Service of Springfield, the watch has been issued for parts of Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma until midnight. “The main threat is large hail with damaging winds. While the chance of a tornado is thankfully limited, it […]
Evergy crews work to restore power for 37,000 Kansans
Update 4:09 p.m.: Evergy announced in a news release its crews have restored power for more than 85% of customers that were impacted by Wednesday night’s severe storm. According to Evergy, 37,000 customers lost power due to the storm. As of 3:30 p.m. Thursday afternoon, fewer than 5,000 customers are still without power. Newton areas. […]
INSIGHT KANSAS: If Kansas politics were in the Olympics
The original Olympic motto – translated to Faster, Higher, Stronger. – was never in more splendid display as the past few weeks in Paris. If the Olympic spirit was a religion, the athletes were its evangelists. Time after time, we were moved by sheer will or talent. A...
AAA: College preparation should include insurance issues
If you're sending your child off to college, there are so many things to remember, but Shawn Steward with AAA Kansas knows that there are some things you can be prepared for. "A couple of things that people may not think about are insurance coverage, both homeowners, renters, and auto insurance," Steward said. "Also having a plan for vehicle maintenance or if something happens to the vehicle for a breakdown, for example. Those are two things that we urge college students and their parents to think about."
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