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Two Kansas leaders want you to know they support free speech, despite police shredding it in Marion
It’s a free speech miracle. Or something close to one, at least. In the week after my scathing column about the lack of reaction from Kansas political leaders to the one-anniversary of the raid on the Marion County Record, I heard back from Republican Senate President Ty Masterson and Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly. Both wanted […]
RCPD: Suspect took $1,000 in merchandise from store in Manhattan
RILEY COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating alleged theft in Manhattan. Just after 3p.m. Monday, officers filed a report of theft in the 100 block of Bluemont Avenue, according to the Riley County Police Department activity report. Walmart reported an unknown suspect left the store with approximately $1,099 in unpaid merchandise.
Wild horses, burros up for adoption this weekend in Kansas
GIRARD, Kan. (KAKE) - The Bureau of Land Management is holding a two-day wild horse and burro event this weekend in southeast Kansas. The event begins at 10 a.m. on Friday, August 23, at the Crawford County Fairgrounds in Girard. Adoptions will take place August 23, from noon-6 p.m., and Saturday, August 24, from 8 a.m.-noon.
Progress notable at site of future Dollar Tree in east Emporia
Work is moving quickly to bring a new Dollar Tree to east Emporia. The building frame has been set, and walls and a facade have been erected at 920 East 12th, between Old Rum’s Liquor and Goodcents and also on space previously occupied by the Family Fun Center. Demolition began in early spring, including removal of the go-kart track and batting cages. Word on when the store will be open to the public is pending.
Microchip requirement among new animal regulations in Wichita
Pet owners in Wichita will have to have their dogs and cats microchipped under new animal regulations that are going into effect in Wichita. The requirement is one of several recommendations made by the city’s Animal Services Advisory Board, and the recommendations have been approved by the City Council.
Shawnee Mission School District community mourns loss of sophomore football player
SHAWNEE, Kan. — Students and staff at Shawnee Mission Northwest are mourning the death of 15-year-old Ovet Gomez Regalado, who died last week after a medical emergency during a conditioning workout. "You had his current teachers and friends from school, but also his middle school principal, teachers, friends, and...
Fort Riley Hosts Mobilization Exercise
FORT RILEY, Kan. (Aug. 16, 2024) – The Fort Riley Mobilization Force Generation Installation (MFGI) hosted the 297th Regional Support Group (RSG) from the Alaska Army National Guard & the 189th Combined Arms Training Brigade (CATB), which mobilized the 2-300 Field Artillery Battalion from the Wyoming Army National Guard (WYARNG) to rehearse Large Scale Mobilization Operations (LSMO).
The Topeka Zoo Commemorates Its 91st Birthday with Free Admission to the Zoo
Come to the Gage Park Celebration Day (and the Zoo’s Birthday!) on Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, August 31st! It’s a FREE Admission Day at the Topeka Zoo as part of Gage Park Founders Fest! In exchange for free Zoo admission, they ask that you bring a non-perishable food item to support our local community.
Police: Suspect wanted for Kan. jewelry store theft turns himself in
SHAWNEE COUNTY –Law enforcement authorities investigating a jewelry store theft asked the public for help to identify a suspect. Just before 2 p.m. Monday, the suspect involved in this incident, identified as Javier Hernandez, 31, of Topeka, turned himself in to the Shawnee County Law Enforcement Center. He was...
Last White Lakes Mall building catches on fire, $250,000 loss reported
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka firefighters helped put out a fire at the old White Lakes Mall Monday. Rosie Nichols with the City of Topeka said the Topeka Fire Department (TFD) was called around 1 p.m. on Aug. 19 to the 3500 block of SW Topeka Boulevard on reports of a fire. An exhaust fan in […]
Fire damages Lawrence senior living facility; residents safe
Lawrence-Douglas County Fire Medical first responders worked to put out a fire at Brandon Woods at Alvamar Monday afternoon. The initial call came in just before noon Monday, according to LDCFM’s PulsePoint app. Several fire apparatus were dispatched to the senior living community at 1501 Inverness Drive in west Lawrence.
Kinsley’s Fernandez appreciates life after losing fingers
Sometimes in life, as the old saying goes, it’s better to be lucky than good. Such is the case for Kinsley High freshman Stephan Fernandez, who one year ago rolled his UTV in Mexico that changed his life forever on Aug. 3, 2023. “Very,” the Coyote basketball player said...
Little Lyons announces Sept. 3 grand open
Emporia’s first 24-7 daycare facility is opening next month. Little Lyons Childcare has announced a grand opening date of Sept 3. There will also be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house Aug. 27. Little Lyons has been in the planning stage for over a year and the construction/renovation/staffing stage...
New concept aims to offer mini golf, cocktails and more at prominent OP corner
A new concept offering miniature golf, American dining fare, cocktails and more could be on its way to Overland Park. Tap Ins at the Greenhouse, a locally-owned concept described by the owners as “Chicken N Pickle meets TopGolf”, has submitted plans to the city for a roughly four-acre site in Overland Park.
JCCC Updates: JCCC can help any student get ready for college (wherever they plan to go)
High schools are placing greater emphasis on getting students ready for college – but research suggests incoming college freshmen are less prepared than ever for the demands of college-level courses. Based on national 2023 ACT outcomes, only 1 in 5 test takers met their benchmark education requirements. In 2023, 43% of students who took the ACT did not meet any ACT benchmarks in math, science, reading, and English.
Shanna Stone and Dan Duling: August 23 Friday Night Free Concert in Downtown Fort Scott
Shanna Stone and Dan Duling will be the featured musicians at this week’s Friday Night Free Concert at 1st and Main Street’s Heritage Park at 7 p.m. Attendees are asked to bring lawn chairs as benches are limited. In case of inclement weather, the performance will be moved...
Betty Rae’s will open new Prairie Village ice cream shop this week
A popular Kansas City-based ice cream shop will soon open a new Johnson County location for the second time this summer. Betty Rae’s will celebrate the grand opening of its new shop in Prairie Village at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, according to a release from the company. Betty Rae’s...
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