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Two Arrested in Independence
Independence Police arrest two men after responding to a residential alarm. I-P-D responded to a residential alarm on West Irving Street early Saturday morning. When officers arrived, they found 29-year-old Tyler Slayton and 43-year-old Jamie Hoggatt. The pair were both found to have outstanding warrants from the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office. They were arrested and taken to the Montgomery County Jail. Hoggatt also faces additional charges of felony interference with a law enforcement officer and communicating false information to request emergency assistance.
Montgomery County Celebrates the Retirement of Two Long-time Employees
The Montgomery County bid a happy retirement to two long-time employees last week. Coffeyville Police Lieutenant Rockie Yell retired after more than 24 years of service to the community. Also retiring last week was Montgomery County Court Bailiff Harry Smith. Friends, family, and co-workers of both men gathered to share stories, show support, and extend their well-wishes to both men.
NWS-Wichita issues heat advisory from noon to 8 p.m. today
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory effective from noon to 8 p.m. CDT on Friday, June 28, 2024. The advisory includes numerous counties and cities across central, south-central, and southeast Kansas. Residents in the following areas should prepare for extreme heat conditions: Russell, Lincoln, Barton, Ellsworth,...
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