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July heat settling back in on Kansas
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The last weekend in July is shaping up to have some typical Kansas heat, but next week could get dangerous for much of the area as highs are likely to top 100 degrees on a large scale. We’ve issued Weather Alert Days for Tuesday and Wednesday as those could be some of the hottest days we’ve had all summer.
Contract for deed home sales used to be mostly unregulated in Kansas. A new law changes that.
Contracts for deed allow a homebuyer to make monthly payments directly to a seller instead of to a bank, with the expectation that the home’s title will be transferred to the buyer once all installments are paid.
‘Angry voters’: Kansas election director on Postal Service crush
KANSAS (KSNT) – Kansas Election Director Bryan Caskey shared concerns over the U.S. Postal Service being able to handle the upcoming crush of mail-in ballots. According to a report from The Associated Press, election directors from across the country voiced concerns over the possibility of ballots not being delivered in time to be counted in […]
Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director to Retire, Effective Aug. 21, 2024
Iola Area Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Executive Director Robin Schallie announced today that she will be retiring from her position effective Aug. 21, 2024. Taking over as Executive Director will be Kelly Sigg. In a letter addressed to Chamber of Commerce and Tourism members, Schallie stated, “It has been...
Candidate Forum Tonight, July 25, at Fort Scott High School
(will also be on Facebook Live ~ Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce page) Candidates in the races below have been invited to attend & participate in the forum. Bourbon County Attorney (unopposed) Bourbon County Register of Deeds (unopposed) Bourbon County Treasurer. Bourbon County Clerk (unopposed) Bourbon County Sheriff. Thank...
Accidental shooting in Parsons leaves one in critical condition
PARSONS, Kan. (KOAM) - An accidental shooting early morning on July 25, 2024 has left one man in critical condition and another in police custody. The incident occurred at Prairie West Apartments on the 3600 block of Chess Avenue.
Temporary ramp closures planned for I-235 in Wichita
The Kansas Department of Transportation is planning short-term closures of ramps on Interstate 235 at the North Junction in Wichita. The closings will affect the ramp from northbound I-235 to northbound I-135 and the ramp from northbound I-235 to eastbound K-254. Crews will be working to install new sign footing...
BOOR: Mixed grass academy at Camp Aldrich
The Kansas Grazing Lands Coalition is hosting a mixed grass academy in Barton County on August 13-15 at Camp Aldrich near Claflin. Learn more about rangeland management in a friendly setting with other ranchers, land managers, range management students and natural resource professionals. During the Mixed Grass Academy, you will...
NOTO Board of Directors makes selections for new leadership
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The NOTO Board of Directors has selected new leadership for the organization. According to NOTO officials, they have selected Pedro Concepcion to serve as the organization’s Chief Executive Officer. Officials said Concepcion is a well-established fixture in NOTO and the Topeka community, co-owner of several small businesses and has contributed to the establishment of many popular restaurants in Topeka. He has also served on the NOTO Board of Directors since 2020. Concepcion will succeed Thomas Underwood, who is retiring later this year. Concepcion will assume leadership of the organization Aug. 1. Underwood will continue to support the organization during a transitional phase.
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