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CASA, Healing Hearts share stories of how United Way helps community at kickoff
The United Way of Ellis County kicked off its annual fundraising Campaign on Friday at the Rose Garden Banquet Hall in Hays. This year's fundraising goal is $350,000. The campaign's theme is "United We Thrive." The number of non-profit agencies that the United Way funds varies each year, but last...
Fuller Industries takes part in Safe and Sound Week
As part of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s National Safe and Sound Week 2024, Fuller Industries Inc. in Great Bend took part in a number of activities throughout last week to mark the annual observation. “This was the first time Fuller has participated in the event, and I...
Homeless outreach event offers basic necessities for Wichitans in need
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Community Jam Force, a faith-based non-profit group in Wichita, hosted a homeless outreach event Saturday. The event offered food, clothing, showers, and haircuts to people in need. Organizers said the large turnout highlighted the need for community involvement to improve the lives of people experiencing homelessness.
2A: Mount Rushmore trio again expected to lead talented classification
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Nemaha Central, Hoisington, Norton, and Rossville have occupied eight of the last ten Class 2A championship game slots. Nemaha Central has won three of the last five titles, including the last two, and Rossville has the other two in that stretch. The good news for Class...
Registration open for Heartland Farm's 2024 Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner
Registration is open for Heartland Farm’s 2024 Farm to Table Fundraising Dinner. The annual fundraiser runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14. The Farm to Table Dinner is one of the non-profit farm’s most important annual fundraisers. Taking place on the open-air pavilion, this year’s dinner features a meal centered around the theme Just a Little Bit Fancy, with dishes curated and created by local cooking enthusiasts Vaughn and Stephannie Goerl.
🏐Olathe West wins Maroon & Gold; TMP 3rd, Hays 4th
Olathe West held off late charges from Beloit in the both the championship sets to win the Maroon and Gold Championship on Saturday. The Owls won both sets 25-23 to improve to 5-0 on the young season. The Trojans fell to 3-2 with both losses coming to West. Hays and...
🎙Post Podcast: Barton County HR Director Brenda Kaiser
Hear this week's County Edition show with Eagle Media's Mike Courson and Barton County Human Resources Director Brenda Kaiser that aired Aug. 29, 2024. The County Edition program airs every Thursday at 11:05 a.m. on 1590 KVGB & 95.5 FM.
Manhattan woman jailed for allegedly selling marijuana
SALINE COUNTY —Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on multiple drug allegations. On Friday, police in Salina arrested 38-year-old Jasmine Rochell Lee Tipton of Manhattan, on requested charges that include Distribute marijuana; 450 grams - < 30 kilograms, Use/poss drug paraphernalian/human body, Interf w/LEO; obstr/resist/oppose felony warrant, Poss of substance in KSA 65-4105(h) and Taxation; Drugs; No drug tax stamp for marijuana or cont substance, according to online jail records.
Juvenile Services, CKCC approved to carry over unused funds into 2025 budgets
Since becoming director of Juvenile Services for the 20th Judicial District in 2016, Marissa Woodmansee has been able to carry over funds from the previous year into the next year's budget. Tuesday morning, she sought approval from the Barton County Commission to move $99,010.93 into her 2025 budget. "The beauty...
Preparations underway for Field of Screams' scariest season yet
Whether it's the pyrotechnics, animatronics, scare actors, storyline, or the completely immersive experience that draws people to this indoor-outdoor haunt, owners say there’s something for everyone. Preparations underway for Field of Screams' scariest season yet. Field of Screams is hosting its 21st season of scaring starting at the end...
‘Incredible Hulk’ to attend 8th annual ICT Comic Con
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Get ready, sci-fi lovers! The 8th annual ICT Comic Con and Science Fiction Expo is happening this weekend at Century II Convention Hall. Doors open at 10 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, and admission is free for children under 12. The Incredible Hulk will be there,...
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