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Kansas man drowns after diving near pontoon boat
CEDAR COUNTY —A Kansas man drowned over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported 60-year-old Craig H. Olson of Shawnee, Kansas was swimming near a 2008 Landau Pontoon boat in the first cove west of the Stockton Dam just after 6p.m. July 6. Olson...
Nikki Haley tells her delegates to vote for Trump
CHAPIN, S.C. (AP) — Nikki Haley is releasing the delegates she won during this year’s Republican primary so that they’re free to support Donald Trump at next week’s convention, a move that goes toward solidifying GOP support around the party’s presumptive nominee. Haley on Tuesday...
Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad experiencing best summer on record
The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad is experiencing its best summer in the organization's 31 year history. After the long Independence Day weekend, the A&SV has hauled 6,233 passengers so far this year, compared to just over 3,000 a year ago, and 1,500 for the same period in 2022. The A&SV has drawn passengers from five countries, 37 states, and 246 Kansas communities.
Kan. legislators, governor release $35.7 million tied to public university adherence to DEI law
TOPEKA — Gov. Laura Kelly and top legislative leaders voted Tuesday to allocate $35.7 million to public higher education after the Kansas Board of Regents certified campus administrators complied with a state law forbidding employment and admissions decisions to be based on diversity, equity and inclusion policies. The 2024...
Prison for KC man who took elderly mom to Capitol on Jan. 6
WASHINGTON—Three men were sentenced on July 9, 2024, after they previously pleaded guilty to felony charges related to their actions during the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the U.S. Capitol, according to a statement from the United State's Attorney. Their actions and the actions of others disrupted a joint...
Newest abortion law in Kansas requires putting questions to patients. Here’s what that means
The abortion law took effect July 1 and has joined other efforts to limit abortion in Kansas in ongoing court battles about how far state lawmakers can regulate the procedure. Republicans say asking patients why they want an abortion provides useful information that can inform future state laws. Democrats say...
Sheriff: Kansans sending bitcoin to scam caller
BUTLER COUNTY —For the last several weeks a man has been making phone calls while representing himself as a member of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office, according to Undersheriff Daimon Cundiff. Last week, the suspect used a retired Lieutenant’s name and has also been using the name of...
Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad is proving to be popular
The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad is experiencing its best summer in the organization’s 31 year history. At the conclusion of the long Independence Day weekend, the A&SV has hauled 6,233 passengers so far this year, compared to just over 3,000 a year ago at this time, and 1,500 for the same period in 2022. The A&SV has drawn passengers from five countries, 37 states, and 246 Kansas communities. The passenger totals reflect ridership on A&SV excursion, dinner, and charter trains. “We’ve been overwhelmed,” said A&SV President Ross Boelling, citing increased marketing efforts and an ambitious 2024 schedule that featured running more trains than in previous seasons as reasons for the uptick in passenger totals.
Geary County Booking Photos July 10
Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable. Maria Hughes, Domestic battery, arrested 07/09. Erick McIntosh, Outside warrant, arrested 07/09. Tess Hunt, Driving under...
Search is under way for a Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent
Geary County Commissioners were briefed this week about the search for a new Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent. Longtime agent Deb Andres recently resigned to take a similar position serving the Flint Hills District of Morris and Chase counties so a search is under way for a successor. According...
County authorizes an operational audit
Geary County Commissioners have voted 3-0 to have an operational audit done for the entire county government. With a major new or renovated jail expense looming in the future, the operational audit will look at issues ranging from efficiencies and staffing to equipment. During discussion at this week's commission meeting...
Chamber prepares for New Teacher's Breakfast
The Junction City Area Chamber of Commerce New Teacher’s Breakfast will be held on Wednesday, July 31st at Junction City High School. Doors open at 7:00 am, and the program will begin at 7:30. The Chamber needs your promotional items to help fill the New Teacher Welcome Bags ( they are asking for 140 items, at this time).
Homicide: Man found dead outside front of home in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating another homicide in Kansas City. Just after 9:30p.m. Tuesday, police were dispatched to a reported shooting in the 2400 block of College Avenue in Kansas City, according to Officer Alayna Gonzalez. At the scene, officers were summoned to a nearby residence where...
RCPD: Man lost $4,700 with forged check
RILEY COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating alleged identity theft in Manhattan. Just after 4p.m. Tuesday, officers filed a report of forgery/making false information/theft by deception in the 5100 block of Bramblewood Drive, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. A 44-year-old man reported an unknown suspect...
White House again clarifies answers about the president’s health
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden saw a neurologist at the White House on Jan. 17 for a neurological exam, the results of which were later reported as part of his annual physical more than a month later, the White House said on Tuesday. The confirmation came after the...
🏈 K-State previews 2024 season at Big 12 Football Media Day
LAS VEGAS – Kansas State hit the media circuit on Tuesday afternoon during the first day of the 2024 Big 12 Football Media Day held at Allegiant Stadium. Linked above is Coach Klieman's press conference and breakout with ESPNU, in addition to Avery Johnson's Interview with ESPNU. A transcript of Coach Klieman's press conference is below. For more content, please visit the K-State Football social media pages on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram and YouTube)
Mo. governor on Kansas City Chiefs: ‘I’m not too worried about Kansas at this point’
With Kansas lawmakers hoping to lure the Chiefs and Royals, Gov. Mike Parson expects Missouri to put forward a plan to keep the teams by the end of the year. Missouri Gov. Mike Parson said Monday he doesn’t think the Kansas City Chiefs want to leave Arrowhead Stadium for Kansas, though he acknowledged he hasn’t actually talked to the team’s owners.
Man accused of imprisoning, torturing a woman indicted for murder
KANSAS CITY (AP)—A Missouri man accused of keeping a woman hidden in his basement while repeatedly sexually assaulting her was indicted Tuesday for allegedly murdering another woman. Clay County, Missouri Prosecuting Attorney Zachary Thompson said Timothy M. Haslett was charged with murder in connection with 36-year-old Jaynie Crosdale’s death,...
KCPD officers save woman threatening to jump from building
KANSAS CITY —During the Independence holiday weekend, three officers helped save a woman's life, the Kansas City Police Department reported Tuesday. For 30 minutes, they talked with a woman who was threatening to jump from a downtown building. The officers listened to her, relating with her until she agreed to let them help her to safety.
🎥Biden commends NATO strength, pledges more aid for Ukraine
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden said NATO “is more powerful than ever” in remarks Tuesday to honor the 75th anniversary of the alliance and reaffirm allied support for Ukraine one day after Russian missile strikes on a children’s hospital killed dozens in Kyiv. Biden spoke at...
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