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Wichita neighborhood ditches big firework shows as buying, shooting aerials now legal
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Like many Americans, the Fourth of July has a special place in Kaden Beeson and his family’s hearts, and this year, they learned something that made them even more excited. "I was just like, let's go buy some big stuff. Spent a lot of money,"...
All Invited to Saturday Block Party
Everyone is invited to a big block party in North Salina on Saturday featuring free food, games, entertainment, and even an all star basketball game. It’s all part of “Daddy Bud Day” in Pacific Park. In the late 1960s “Daddy Bud Day” began. John “Daddy Bud” Curtis,...
Heritage Park hosts Freedom Fest
Best of Motown & More, Arena Rock Giants and a Fireworks Extravaganza were among the highlights Thursday evening during Freedom Fest in Heritage Park. There were numerous activities ranging from vendors to carnival rides. Freedom Fest continues Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The schedule on Friday ranges from performances by Goddesses...
City of Topeka offers tips on safe fireworks disposal
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The City of Topeka staff want to wish everyone a ‘Happy Fourth of July’ but to remember to dispose of fireworks properly for the sake of wildlife and the environment. Fireworks contain metals, nitrates, sulfur, and other types of chemicals. Once families are done...
Clara Barton Medical Center welcomes new physical therapist
Clara Barton Medical Center announced the addition of Kelsey Wallpe, DPT, to their team of therapy professionals. Originally from Russell, Kelsey is excited to bring her knowledge and passion for patient care back to rural central Kansas. Kelsey earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from the Franciscan University of...
50 Missouri Families Have 50 Missing Daughters Still Not Found
If you have children and know where they are, you have a luxury that some Missouri families to not have. As I write this, there are 50 Missouri families who recently had 50 daughters go missing and they still have not been found. This is the latest update from the...
Lucky Miner Antiques Hosts Official Ribbon Cutting
On Thursday, June 27th, the Lucky Miner Antiques hosted a ribbon cutting officially opening the store for customers. Take step back in time at Lucky Miner Antiques! Where every item has a story to tell and every corner holds a hidden gem. Located at 413 S. Main Street (Route 66),...
Old Riverton Store Receives NTHP Preservation Grant
The National Trust for Historic Preservation (NTHP) recently awarded the Nelson’s Old Riverton Store with a Route 66 Legacy Business Grant this year from funds designated to recognizes the value of the long-standing local businesses that contribute to the Route 66 experience. Small, locally owned businesses are the heart and soul of Route 66. The goal, besides recognizing these small, locally owned businesses, was to help make the preservation of Route 66 structures economically viable. The National Trust has been working to identify Route 66 legacy businesses since June of last year.
Area High School Shooting Sports Teams to Compete
Shooting sports teams from several area high schools will be competing next week at the 2024 USA High School Clay Target League National Championship. Teams from Cedarvale-Dexter High School and Labette County High School will compete in Mason Michigan, starting next Wednesday. The competition features 3,000 competitors from across the U.S. competing in clay target shooting in both team and individual events. The final round of competition with award the top ten male and top ten female athletes as well as the top five teams in the country.
Low water levels raise concerns about boating at Cheney Lake
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Cheney Lake is one of the primary water sources for the city of Wichita and with low water levels, it continues to be an issue to the city and those who enjoy spending their time at the lake. Parts of Cheney Lake are nearly inaccessible and...
Boomtown, USA lights up the Fourth of July sky
WAMEGO (KSNT) – Watch the #1 ranked fireworks show in the Sunflower State. According to VisitWamego.com, Wamego is home to the #1 ranked fireworks show in Kansas. This accomplishment has earned Wamego the name “Boomtown, USA”. The 30-minute firework display is choreographed with a curated soundtrack. Along with the firework show, Wamego has fun planned […]
Bill Snyder is the best college football coach ever, but not for the reason you think
If it has been said once, it has been said a million times, Bill Snyder is the best head coach to ever lead the Kansas State football program and there is no competition. Now there have been a lot of different coaches to coach in college football. A lot of them with many National Championships, a high winning percentage, and by the typical definition could go down as the greatest coach of all time.
Lake Shawnee hosts blues festival for Independence Day
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Lake Shawnee hosted Topeka’s largest 4th of July celebration. The 14th annual Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival featured five different bands throughout Independence Day. Blue Adame is a big blues fan, and never passes up an opportunity to enjoy it. “It’s a wonderful festival right here, right in your backyard,” he said. […]
Helping Hand: Lasagna Love serves love, kindness
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A Wichita group is serving up a delicious dish to families in need of extra love and kindness, earing Lasagna Love a Helping Hand from12 News and DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers. “Every week I can push buttons on my computer and I’m feeing people,” said Micala...
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