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Corn harvest nears in northeast Kansas
PERRY (KSNT) – Harvest season for corn farmers in northeast Kansas is right around the corner. Emma Jenks is an agronomist and a fifth-generation farmer. She grows corn, winter squash and soybeans all on her 225 acres of land. Right now, her main focus is preparing all her crops for this season’s harvest. “Harvest takes […]
Corn spilled from derailed train may cause issues for Ottawa drivers
OTTAWA, Kan. (KCTV) - A large amount of corn spilled from a derailed train that attempted to pass through Ottawa may impede drivers over the weekend. The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office says that around 12:45 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, emergency crews were called to a BNSF railroad track west of Ottawa, bear Osborne Terrace and Osborne Ln., after a train had derailed.
Demetris Gadson arrested in connection with Topeka homicide death of Dedra Simmons
Topeka police said they arrested a man Friday in connection with the homicide death that morning of a woman in central Topeka. Demetris Terrill Gadson, 32, was taken into custody in connection with crimes linked to the death of Dedra L. Simmons, 38, of Topeka, said Lt. Ronnie Connell of the Topeka Police Department. ...
CloudCorp Seeking New Economic Development Director
CloudCorp, which coordinates and facilitates economic development in Cloud County, is seeking a new economic development director. This full-time position is responsible for working closely with the CloudCorp Board of Directors and other staff in promoting the business and economic development interests within Cloud County. This position will include working with all noted departments in providing guidance to individuals and companies to establish, relocate, or expand their businesses within the county. The position will include assistance in the planning and coordination of community development projects, assisting business and residential applicants with local and state permitting processes, and providing research for CloudCorp sponsored projects. This position is a direct report to the CloudCorp Executive Committee.
Further details shared about standoff in 2800 block of S.W. Indian Hills Road
Shawnee County Sheriff Brian C. Hill on Friday revealed the names of two men arrested after a standoff involving numerous law enforcement officers Thursday in the 2800 block of S.W. Indian Hills Road. Taken into custody were Nathaniel Javier Ayala-Hinkle, 26, of Topeka, and Francisco Javier Ayala-Silva, 55, of Topeka,...
Furniture Amnesty Day set for July 26
This year’s Furniture Amnesty Day event will take place starting at 8 a.m. Friday, July 26 in City Park. The City of Manhattan has announced that it is a free community event that gives people the opportunity to donate or pick up used furniture at no cost. Anyone can participate. There are no income requirements or forms to fill out to choose from the donated items.
Amid global technology disruption, flights canceled, tag offices closed
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - “Today was not a security or cyber incident.”. Those are the words of CrowdStrike President and CEO George Kurtz. The company is behind a major outage that globally impacted banks, airlines and businesses. “We understand the gravity of the situation and are deeply sorry for...
Cooler temperatures remain in place with on and off showers this weekend
Temperatures falling once again into the lower 60s. Increasing clouds will lead to the development of a few storms and showers late tonight that will carry into most of this weekend. Scattered storms look likely throughout the daytime Saturday, especially heading into the evening. Although not a complete washout, a...
Grab a cup of coffee on us Friday and support area foster children
Come join us Friday morning for a cup to perk you up, and help us support a deserving cause. Coffee with a Cause is back!. KMBC Cares for Kids is partnering with KVC Health Systems for a back-to-school drive for children in foster care. Kids in foster care have very...
5 more thoughts from Kansas football coach Lance Leipold, including 1 on Harry Stewart III
LAWRENCE — Kansas football coach Lance Leipold spoke on a wide range of topics last week, during Big 12 Conference media days in Las Vegas. Here are five more takeaways from what he had to say, as fall camp nears for the Jayhawks:. Lance Leipold highlights newcomers, including running...
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