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Blown up toilet forces City of Derby to close park restrooms
DERBY, Kan. (KWCH) - The City of Derby has closed all park restrooms through July 5 due to recent vandalism. “Our beloved restroom at Hand Park has fallen victim to some overzealous Fourth of July celebrations,” said the city. “It seems someone mistook our facilities for a fireworks launchpad, and while we appreciate the spirit, the bathroom didn’t quite survive the festivities.”
Hearing set for beginning of Atrium condemnation process
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — After seeing a video of the inside of the Atrium Hotel property when it was inspected, the Hutchinson City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to set the public hearing date to begin the legal process that could result in the condemnation of the property. "The hearing...
The Prickly Pear Grill and Cantina transitioning to Jose Pepper’s ®
The Prickly Pear Grill & Cantina, a Tex-Mex eating and entertainment venue that opened in downtown Salina in August 2022, will transition to a new ownership group and concept, Jose Pepper's®, with an expected opening in fall 2024. "As downtown Salina continues its revitalization, we are thrilled to announce...
Meddys restaurant made a splash in Prairie Village. Now it’s opening in Lenexa.
A Wichita-based restaurant chain’s newest Johnson County location is poised to open later this month. Meddys has quickly earned a local following since opening its first Johnson County eatery in Prairie Village two years ago. Now, the company is wrapping up construction on its new restaurant in Lenexa. Mark...
Federal judge says Topeka police officer violated Fourth Amendment in frisk that found gun
A federal judge won't let prosecutors use evidence of a crime because a Topeka police officer violated the defendant's constitutional rights when obtaining that evidence. U.S. District Judge Toby Crouse on June 26 granted a motion to suppress the gun that Tevin Nance possessed during an unconstitutional search. "He was...
Wichita man sentenced to nearly 20 years in prison for 2021 stabbing
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A 29-year-old Wichita man has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for stabbing a woman in a downtown Wichita alley nearly three years ago. Elam stabbed a then-22-year-old woman during the early morning hours of November 22, 2021. Officers said the woman was walking to her vehicle when Elam approached and stabbed her before running down an alley. The woman suffered a non-life-threatening stab wound to her stomach.
'Daddy Bud Day' free community block party set for Saturday
Daddy Bud Day, a free community block party in north Salina, is set to take place at Pacific Park, 701 W. Pacific on Saturday, July 6 at 10 a.m. This event is hosted by James Curtis, also known as Cash Hollistah, in collaboration with the Curtis family and Salina Shares.
2 people hurt in crash on K-42
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Two people were hurt Tuesday morning in a crash on K-42 in Sedgwick County. The crash happened at around 9:15 at K-42 and 183rd Street West, west of Haysville between Clearwater and Schulte. One person sustained critical injuries, while another person was seriously hurt. The crash...
SFD reminds Salina residents to call SPD for firework complaints
As the country prepares to celebrate with fireworks this Fourth of July, Salina Fire wants to remind residents that safety comes first. Salina residents are only allowed to discharge fireworks within the City limits of Salina on July 3-4 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. SFD said in a social...
Wichita couple spreads joy by fixing, donating bicycles
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Every couple of weeks, the Stephens family makes a special delivery. The couple works as a one-stop bike shop, giving away bikes to kids who need them and repairing the ones they already have. It all began when Earl Stephens saw a little boy in need.
Community members helping one another after strong storm leaves trail of damage in Wichita
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Strong storms left a trail of damage in Wichita and Andover Tuesday night after ripping apart firework tents and knocking trees onto homes in the blink of an eye. "A lot of people were yelling mom, and they were crying, little girls, kids running around, parents...
Topeka Housing Authority highlights challenges and goals before the city council
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Ahead of the city council’s agenda, Topeka Housing Authority’s president and CEO Trey George presented their annual report, breaking down the details from the past year and sharing their goals for the future. THA is a quasi-governmental entity, so while they are not controlled...
City council approves more than $340,000 to fix Oakland neighborhood sidewalks
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A much-needed project is coming to the Oakland Community. The governing body voted Tuesday, July 2, at city council, to spend over $340,000 to add and improve sidewalks within the district. Nine different streets and 20 different blocks are slated for the project, and it will start sometime late summer to early […]
SUPREME COURT RIPPLE EFFECTS: Manhattan DA Bragg Agrees To Delay Trump’s S
According to New York Times reporting, the Supreme Court ruled on presidents being immune from prosecution while carrying out “official acts” in office which has made prosecutors from the Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg’s office delay sentencing of former President Trump. Former President Trump was convicted by...
Severe storms bring winds, damage to Wichita area
A line of severe thunderstorms moved across south central Kansas late Tuesday afternoon, bringing wind gusts of 65 miles an hour, bringing down trees and power lines. The storms developed in Kingman and Harper counties and then moved east into Reno, Harvey, Sedgwick, Sumner, Butler and Cowley counties. Wind gusts of 60 to 65 mph were reported near Eisenhower National Airport, and a gust of 67 mph was reported near Viola.
Higher Grounds Coffeehouse and Deli ready to serve Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Higher Grounds Coffeehouse and Deli has opened to the public. The coffeehouse held a soft opening on Monday, July 1 amid the completion of construction and equipment. The coffeehouse is owned and operated by Noller and companies, which are the same people who own Laird Noller...
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