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Curtis man arrested in pharmacy burglary
Curtis, Neb. — A Curtis man is behind bars after the Frontier County Sheriff’s Office said he burglarized a Curtis pharmacy over the weekend. Lukas Venzor was arrested for burglary, possession of stolen property, and two counts of possession of a controlled substance. Deputies were alerted to a...
Death at Lincoln plant was an accident, authorities say
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The death of a worker at a Lincoln plant has been ruled accidental. The coroner found that the 47-year-old man likely fell into a tank, police said Monday. Early in the morning of July 30, he was found dead at the ADM plant near Cotner...
Nebraska men steal more than $350K from SD casino
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two Nebraska men face wire fraud and other charges related to a scam where they were able to steal more than $350,000 from a casino in northern South Dakota. According to recently unsealed federal court documents, Roberto Carlos Gonzales Miranda and Roberto Orellana have...
Assault on pregnant woman lands suspect in Gage County Jail
BEATRICE – A Beatrice woman was arrested on several counts over the weekend, following an assault and strangulation incident involving a female victim police learned was about 16 weeks pregnant. 41-year-old Jamie Fortney was arrested on suspicion of strangulation, 3rd degree assault, domestic abuse, assault of a peace office,...
Grand Island Police investigating scalping
Grand Island, Neb. — Grand Island Police are investigating after they say a man lost a portion of his scalp and was knocked unconscious following a bar fight over the weekend. According to GIPD,Just before 1 a.m. Sunday, officers were called to the area of Third and Walnut streets...
Rising Star Roadtrip: Young Hays girls golf team looks to build on 2023 runner-up finish
HAYS, Kan. (KWCH) - The Hays girls golf team battled its way to a second-place finish in 5A behind four-time defending champion Kapaun Mt. Carmel last fall. But in order to compete for another trophy in 2024, the Indians will have to fill out a roster that loses four seniors and three medalists from last year’s team.
🏈🎧TMP begins second season under head coach Grant Stephenson
The TMP-Marian football program began year number two under head coach Grant Stephenson Monday with the first practice of the year. Approximately 30 players joined Stephenson for the first practice of the season, including three new seniors who joined the team for their final year of high school. The Monarchs...
Hays Area Planning Commission meets Monday afternoon
A public hearing for request of a setback variance will be heard by the Hays Area Planning Commission Monday. Casey McAvoy is asking to reduce the west side yard setback by four ft. from the required five ft. to one ft. for the installation of a 10X12 ft. shed at 4108 Covenant Drive.
Brothers, KU students, curating fashion show on campus
Two brothers who have launched into the local fashion and entertainment scene have imagined an experience where art walks among art for their next project. Nana Amfo, 23, and King Amfo, 25, both University of Kansas students, have grown their urban culture and lifestyle brand, Alpha Gang Media, for seven years. Their upcoming September fashion show will spotlight urban streetwear, classy business looks and other couture amid the Spencer Museum of Art’s collections.
Sterling College faculty members vote ‘no confidence’ in president after repeated clashes
Of the 49 faculty members eligible to vote, 29 said they had either minimal or no confidence in Scott Rich. Nine said they had substantial confidence, and only one voiced full confidence. Ten abstained.
Resolved: Critical water issue prompted City of Russell to ask residents to delay high-water usage activities
RUSSELL, Kan. (KSNW) — The City of Russell asked its residents to observe additional water conservation efforts in addition to mandatory measures Sunday afternoon. An emergency alert was issued just after 4 p.m. and resolved just after 7:30 p.m. “The city is experiencing a critical issue impacting our water...
Watch Mahomes’ Spectacular Behind-the-Back Pass & Clark’s WNBA Feats!
Patrick Mahomes showcased a stunning behind-the-back pass during a preseason game, prompting speculation on whether he'll incorporate it into regular-season play. The QB improvised the pass after his tight end, Travis Kelce, didn’t run the correct route. Kansas City coach Andy Reid has been encouraging Mahomes to try this move, which he has practiced for years. This creative play, born from frustration, highlights Mahomes' unique talent and ability to turn mistakes into memorable moments.
'We're lucky to have our son home': Kindergartner with autism left on bus, Bennington school district says
BENNINGTON, Neb. — A pair of Bennington Public Schools parents say they gave their son "extra love and squeezes" when he returned home from school on Monday. The district said a driver failed to follow protocol when a child with autism was left behind on a school bus for more than two hours Monday morning.
Kansas's new license plate design in use after change delayed implementation
Kansas's new standard license plate is now available to the public after it was the overwhelming favorite in a public vote in December. The "To the Stars" license plate, featuring a silhouette of the Capitol dome and a gradient blue, white and yellow background, will be issued for Kansans who are ordering new or replacement tags. A different design is available for people getting personalized tags, or for people who pay an additional fee for a custom...
Storm Track 3 Forecast: Gradual workweek warm-up, rain chances limited
It has been a humid day, but not as terribly hot as it could be for August across Kansas. It will not take much for the heat dome sitting to our south to inch our way, allowing much more heat to take over the state this week. This evening, a...
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