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Sound of Hope coming to Hutchinson
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — A story of truth and hope is coming to the Historic Hutchinson Fox Theatre on Sunday afternoon. CarePortal and St. Francis Ministries will host a one time showing of Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. "It's based off a true story in Possum Trot,...
Strong to severe storms later today
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Meteorologist Jake Dunne says today will not be as hot as Monday, which was the hottest day of the summer so far in Wichita, but highs in the upper 90s will feel like 100 degrees, if not a degree or two hotter when you factor in the humidity.
School supplies, health services available at Saline County Back to School Fair
As the school year inches closer, a program to make sure students get school supplies is back, and this time it's added a new service. The annual Saline County Back to School Fair is happening from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 23, at the Salina Central High School gym, 650 E. Crawford St.
Local second hand store reopens after fire damage
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - “We’re really blessed and we’re just looking forward to making a good comeback and serving our community,” said Dandy Deals 2nd Hand Store Owner Jeremy Sann. A fire broke out at Dandy Deals 2nd Hand Store this May where almost $100,000 worth...
Montgomery County Appraiser Explains Valuations at First Friday
Property taxes and home valuations have been on the rise across the country and particularly here in southeast Kansas. Montgomery County Appraiser Melody Kiikert spoke at First Friday in Independence last week, addressing the topic of increases in property valuations by the county. Kikkert says that the appraiser's office focuses on mass appraisal, which is different from the way banks assess property value. She says it's all based on market value.
New Teachers at U235 School District: Shrewsbury, Harris
There are two school districts in Bourbon County, USD 234, Fort Scott, and USD 235, Uniontown. This is part of a series featuring new teachers in the districts. Uniontown schools have enrollment for the 2024-25 year on July 25-26 and the first day of school is August 15. Uniontown has...
West Ridge Mall restaurant pauses service
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Local eatery Ta Co. is closing up shop for the time being at Topeka’s West Ridge Mall Monday as it shifts focus to another location in the city. Fans of Ta Co. will no longer be able to get food from the restaurant at West Ridge Mall’s food court as of July […]
Washburn University works with KBI for new forensic science degree program starting this fall
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Washburn University will begin offering a degree in Forensic Investigative Sciences beginning this fall. This bachelor’s degree, offered through the Criminal Justice Department, provides students with added science and laboratory skills, better preparing them to intern and work for agencies such as the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.
Great Bend Administrator apologizes for short stint in position
Last week, Great Bend City Administrator Brandon Anderson submitted his resignation, giving the city a 30-day notice. Hired last summer, Anderson’s stay with the city was just over a year. He had a chance to publicly address the Great Bend City Council at Monday's meeting for the first time stating the decision was based on personal reasons.
Fiesta Topeka scheduled to begin tomorrow
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The 91st Fiesta Topeka begins at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Church. They had to battle the heat on Monday, July 15 when they were finishing setting up for the event. The heat caused event organizers to change their plans to set up Fiesta Topeka. […]
Sen. Jerry Moran makes three stops during visit to scorching hot Salina
Senator Jerry Moran braved 100-plus degree temperatures while making a trio of visits Monday in Salina, including celebrating recent successes in the community. Moran — whose most recent visit was in late June to honor the career and retirement of Tim Rogers from the Salina Airport Authority — joined health care, government and business leaders during this visit.
Reported vandalism leaves Topeka store owners with heavy concerns
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Multiple businesses at the corner of Southwest 29th street and Wanamaker road were targets of vandalism over the weekend. Around 2 a.m. on Saturday, July 13 the Topeka Police Department (TPD) responded to a report of vandalism at CBD American Shaman, Vapor World and Batteries Plus Business Check. CBD American Shaman window’s […]
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