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Governor Laura Kelly Announces $62.6 Million Grant for 18th Street Bridge Replacement Project in Kansas City
The U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) has awarded a $62.6 million Bridge Investment Program grant to the Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) for the 18th Street Bridge Replacement Project in Kansas City, Kansas, as announced by Governor Laura Kelly. The 18th Street Bridge, a key link on U.S. 69...
Top 2025 Prospect Eric Reibe Lists Kansas, WVU Among Top Choices
Class of 2025 center Eric Reibe has trimmed his list of schools down to 11, with Kansas and West Virginia making the list, per Joe Tipton. The Mountaineers re-offered the 7-foot big man following the hire of new head coach Darian DeVries after the program parted ways with interim head coach Josh Eiliert.
Former Coffeyville Coach Prepares for Life in Big 12
A college football coach with Coffeyville ties is preparing for his first season in the Big 12. Willie Fritz was named the 16th Head Coach of the Houston Cougars in December, looking to guide Houston towards the top of one of the nation's elite conferences. Fritz says every program has...
Annual Solomon Festival to Bring the Community Together this Weekend
The Solomon Festival Committee is excited to announce the Solomon Festival on Friday, July 19th, and Saturday, July 20th, themed “Aloha Summer – Small Town Paradise.”. The festival begins with a Baby Beauty Contest at 6:00 p.m., followed by a parade at 7:00 p.m., followed by a Family Fun Fest with team competitions, fire performances, and Tropical Karaoke at 8:00 p.m.
Semi fire shuts down US-75 near Melvern
Nobody was hurt after a destructive semi fire in southern Osage County early Friday. The wreck happened on US Highway 75 between the east and west legs of Kansas Highway 278, or about four miles west-northwest of Melvern. Osage County Sheriff Chris Wells tells KVOE News the semi was completely engulfed as authorities arrived shortly after 7 am. The semi was hauling about 3,500 gallons of diesel fuel when a tire blowout ruptured the tank. About 2,500 gallons were saved.
Meetings on zoning and solar in Arlington and Pretty Prairie next week
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Monday, July 22nd, 2024, starting at 6:30 p.m. there will be a Townhall meeting at the Arlington City Hall and Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024, starting at 6:30 p.m. there will be a Townhall meeting at the Pretty Prairie City Office. The discussion is to find out...
Live On Mass outdoor concert to return, featuring Split Lip Rayfield
Live on Mass is returning to downtown Lawrence in August, featuring the recently reunited Split Lip Rayfield, “with special guests TBA.”. The Kansas Hall of Famers recently headlined the Kaw River Roots Festival, which is also presenting the upcoming outdoor show. “From the blood-red heart of Kansas, Split Lip...
Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan held a ribbon cutting for new Early Learning Center
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - The Boys and Girls Club of Manhattan held a ribbon cutting today for its new Early Learning Center. The new center will serve kids from 6 weeks to 5 years old. This adds to the other 13 locations across Manhattan and Wamego, which serve elementary to 18-year-olds. There are 9 classrooms and the club is licensed for 156 kids who will participate in fun activities to prepare them for school. Club members said this facility is crucial to the region.
Truck Accident in Coffeyville (Active Investigation)
A one vehicle accident occurs in a Coffeyville neighborhood late this morning. Eyewitnesses say the driver of the one-ton pickup took out several mailboxes on the east side of Willow, before hitting a tree and ending up in a yard in the 400 block of Willow. Police and wrecker crews...
Overland Park’s CityPlace project to get more incentives as costs go up
Part of the CityPlace mixed-use development in Overland Park will get more economic incentives than initially anticipated. Earlier this week, the Overland Park City Council voted 11-0 to adopt a resolution of intent to issue up to $6.8 million more in revenue bonds for the fourth phase of the CityPlace Corporate Centre project.
Nelly to headline Late Night at the Phog at KU
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly will headline the 40th Annual Late Night in the Phog on Friday, Oct. 18, at Allen Fieldhouse. Nelly’s hits include “Ride Wit Me,“ “Hot in Herre,” “Air Force Ones” and “Country Grammar.” He’s also had successful collaborations, like the chart-topping hit “Over and Over” with Tim McGraw.
Seneca requiring contractors obtain a license
(KMZA)--The Seneca City Council approved an ordinance when they met Wednesday evening requiring the licensing of contractors performing work in the city. The ordinance was approved on a 4-0 vote. Council members Ray Shinn and Kris Enneking were not present at the meeting. Contractors will be required to obtain a...
Kansas State football's all-time record against every team on their 2024-2025 schedule
Kansas State is ready for a big season this year with every fan looking forward to seeing what Avery Johnson can do as a full-time starter. With the departure of Oklahoma and Texas and Utah, Arizona, Arizona State, and Colorado joining the Big 12, the Wildcats have a real chance at winning the Big 12.
Kelly Hired as Assistant Volleyball Coach
Former Wichita State standout Brylee Kelly has been named assistant coach at Liberty, announced today by acting head coach Nolan Albrecht. She will join assistant coach Todd Garvey on Albrecht's coaching staff. "I am excited to add Brylee Kelly to the Liberty Volleyball coaching staff!" Albrecht said. "She not only...
Missouri uses money, laws to push evidence-based reading instruction
A Missouri law adopted in 2022 requires that all public school elementary students get reading instruction that has proved “highly likely to be effective" (Getty Images). If you drop into an elementary reading lesson, you might see kids learning about the long U sound, building their vocabulary or practicing how to read aloud without sounding like robots.
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