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Benson from HHHS is looking for a forever family
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Benson from Helping Hands Humane Society would love to find a new home. He’s a 5 year old Australian Shepherd mix and came into the shelter as a stray. The shelter says Benson is a ‘people-person’ and would be best suited in a one-pet home.
Kansas Football Faces Unexpectedly Tough Schedule Ahead
Kansas football's schedule is considered one of the easiest in the Big 12, but experts warn that it may be more challenging than anticipated. With all "home" games being held at neutral sites due to stadium construction, the Jayhawks will face unique challenges. Iowa State and West Virginia, both of which have strong fan bases, present potential obstacles. The Big 12 is noted for its competitive balance this season, meaning unexpected challenges could arise as the season progresses.
Student makes threat at Shawnee County high school
SHAWNEE COUNTY (KSNT) – Education officials sent a message back to parents of teens at a Shawnee County high school Friday of an alleged threat made by one of its students. Tiffanie Kinsch with Shawnee Heights Unified School District 450 told 27 News in a written statement that a threat was made by a student […]
Holton man charged with 3 Topeka murders accepts deal by pleading guilty to 1
Kyle J. Tyler, 33, of Holton, has pleaded no contest to three charges in exchange for the dismissal of the four other charges he faced regarding last year's Topeka fire deaths of his girlfriend and their two children Tyler entered that plea Thursday in Shawnee County District Court on charges linked to the Jan. 20, 2023, fire at 916 S.W. Warren Ave. that killed Genny L. Fitzpatrick, 30, Peyton L. Tyler, 9, and Kourtney K. Tyler,...
Kansas State Fair adds new cameras
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas State Fair not only wants to be Kansas' largest classroom, but also Kansas' safest. Kansas State Fair general manager Bryan Schulz ensures that the addition of new cameras and security features on the fairgrounds should provide peace of mind. "When you drive on State...
First appearance ahead Monday for Emporia woman charged with drug distribution, aggravated child endangerment
A first court appearance is coming Monday for an Emporia woman accused of distributing methamphetamine, endangering a child and other charges. Anissa Gardner-Lagg, age 21, was arrested Thursday by Emporia Police. She was charged Friday with single counts of distributing a small amount of meth and possessing marijuana, meth and paraphernalia. She also has one count of aggravated child endangerment for allegedly causing a child under the age of 18 to be in an environment where she either knew or should have known illegal drug activity was underway.
Former Ellsworth star Kaden Davis chases the NFL dream
For thousands of kids across the country, the dream of taking the field on an NFL Sunday feels every bit as distant as it does captivating. For former Ellsworth standout Kaden Davis, that dream may very well be just one catch away. The road to the NFL has been anything...
Former bank CEO sentenced to 24 years after being scammed into collapsing a bank
Serving tech enthusiasts for over 25 years. Facepalm: Pig butchering schemes often ruin their victims financially, but a recent case caused so much collateral damage that numerous investors lost a lot of money and the government had to seize a bank. Although the person who was scammed into embezzling tens of millions of dollars is prison-bound, it remains unclear when or if the scammers who received the money will be caught.
Kansas teen homicide suspect still hiding from police
SHAWNEE COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities investigating a homicide continue asking for the public’s help in locating 19-year-old Nassir Gill of Topeka, according to a media release from police. Gill is a person of interest in the homicide of Brian M. Wright Jr., 23, that occurred on June 21,...
KWU unveils renovated dining hall after six-month overhaul
On Friday, Aug. 23, Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) celebrated the nearly complete six-month renovation of Shriwise Dining into the new Bieber Dining Hall. "We expanded into space next to it [Shriwise] so we could enlarge the space," said KWU President Matt Thompson. "We went back to the studs, gutted, started again, took walls out so we could create a whole new floor plan and experience."
McPherson High School Hires Five-Time State Champ Daryl Hoelting as New Head Softball Coach
McPHERSON, Kan. – McPherson High School announced earlier this week the new hire of Daryl Hoelting, who will take the position as their new head softball coach. Hoelting heads to McPherson following 24 years of experience coaching high school softball and multiple years at the college level. His experience includes five state championships, four runners-up finishes, 16 regional championships, 17 league championships, and a 90% win percentage. He also holds the state record with 72 consecutive wins at one point.
Five Below opens doors Friday
The Emporia Pavillions has yet another storefront open to the public as of Friday morning. Five Below had its grand opening Friday and store manager Cassie Wright says unlocking the doors to the public was a rewarding moment for her and her staff. Five Below offers items such as clothing,...
Meade Aims to Play Angry in 2024
Meade head football coach Clint Kuhns has seen many Meade teams. He played at Meade and coached as MHS so he has observed many Meade senior classes. Kuhns, the third year head coach observed this year’s senior class plays their best when they play angry. Meade has continued their success since the 13-0 state championship season of 2021 going 9-2 in 2022 and 8-2 last year. Kuhns and the Buffaloes hope this moniker will carry Meade over the top in 2024.
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