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Physical therapist from Olathe joins Great Bend care team
The orthopedics, physical therapy and sports medicine care team at The University of Kansas Health System welcomes Brik Thompson, DPT, physical therapist, to Great Bend. Thompson joins the team in Great Bend from The University of Kansas Health System in Olathe. Thompson earned his bachelor’s degree in health and human...
West By Pod — A WVU Football Podcast: Kansas State Deep Dive Preview
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Man sentenced in shooting witnessed by KCPD officer on patrol
KANSAS CITY —A 41-year-0ld St. Joseph man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for the non-fatal shooting of another man, a shooting in Kansas City that was observed by a passing police officer, according to Jackson County Prosecutor Jean Peters Baker. Matthew Whitmill, during his trial earlier...
Driver clocked traveling 102mph on the Kansas Turnpike
SUMNER COUNTY —Law enforcement across Kansas continue to see drivers traveling well above the posted speed limit, despite a statewide campaign to crack down on excessive speeding. On Friday, KHP Lt. Hammond stopped a couple of motorists for driving over 100mph on the Kansas Turnpike within a couple hours,...
NWS Wichita storm outlook for Aug. 18
The National Weather Service in Wichita’s outlook from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. shows a cluster of storms across portions of Nebraska are forecast to move into portions of eastern Kansas this afternoon. This cluster of storms will be capable of winds near 80 mph, quarter size hail, and...
Indian Museum director to retire
The City of Wichita has announced that the executive director of the Mid-America All-Indian Museum will retire at the end of this year. April Scott has served as executive director since 2010, but she has been with the city’s Division of Arts and Cultural Services for 26 years. Scott first joined the City of Wichita as a teaching artist at CityArts in 1998, leading classes in tapestry weaving. In 2005, she moved with CityArts as head of fiber arts and glass from the purple building on Water Street to its current location on Old Town Square. That year, she also began working part-time at what was then known as the Mid-America All-Indian Center, moving to work there full time in 2007.
Westboro Baptist Church Protests Turnpike Troubadours, Jason Isbell
Congratulations are in order for Oklahoma’s Turnpike Troubadours, and Alabama’s Jason Isbell. Both have received major accolades in their careers by making broadcast television debuts, debuting on the Grand Ole Opry, selling out the Ryman Auditorium, and headlining major festivals. Now they can add being protested by the Westboro Baptist Church to their list of accomplishments.
Salina ‘Battle of the Badges’ blood drive Aug. 26-28
The American Red Cross is hosting a “Battle of the Badges” blood drive in Salina from Monday, August 26 to Wednesday, August 28. The event will take place at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, located at 825 E. Beloit. Blood donations will be accepted on Monday and Tuesday from 12:00...
New Planned Parenthood clinic expands abortion access for patients in and outside Kansas
PITTSBURG — A new Planned Parenthood clinic in southeast Kansas will be the closest abortion access point for many people in the South and will provide easier access to reproductive health care for southeast Kansans who previously had to travel to Overland Park. The center, which opens Monday in...
Sunday forecast: Cooler but muggy, chance of storms
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The big weather story today will be the highs mainly in the 80s vs 90s from yesterday. We’ll also have more cloud cover and monitoring a slightly higher chance for storms moving through the area this afternoon (compared to what it looked like earlier this morning). This is coming in from Nebraska but there is uncertainty on how much of it will hold together but it is going to be something to be aware of. We’ll get another chance for storms tonight as well. Both rounds of storms may be severe with damaging winds the primary concern although overall, lightning and locally heavy rain will be the main hazards.
Police asking for help to ID Kan. jewelry store theft suspect
SHAWNEE COUNTY – Topeka Police continue asking for the public’s help in identifying an individual who is believed to be involved in an ongoing theft investigation. Just after 4:30 p.m., August 9, police responded to a reported theft at Kay Jeweler’s at West Ridge Mall, 1801 SW Wanamaker Road in Topeka, according to a media release.
Every former Kansas State football player currently in the NFL
A look at the former Wildcats that are currently on an NFL roster. The 2024 NFL season is near and dozens of former Kansas State players are currently rostered among the league's 32 teams. Until the end of the preseason, NFL teams have a 90-man roster that will eventually shrink...
Gordon Parks Museum receives Kansas Arts Commission General Operating Support Grant
Fort Scott, Kan. Aug. 16, 2024 – The Gordon Parks Museum is one of the recipients to receive grant funds from the Kansas Arts Commission for General Operating Support. The museum’s grant award amount is $16,000. Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland announced $1,295,450 has been awarded to 108 recipients in the latest round of Kansas Arts Commission (KAC) grant funding. The funds will support museums, arts education, music, dance, visual arts, professional and community theater, creative writing, murals, poetry and other creative projects.
Great Bend High School offering several discount ticket options
High school sports practices begin around Kansas on Aug. 19. Games will follow shortly after that. Great Bend High School is offering a few ways to get into those activities at a discounted rate. Activities Director Matt Westerhaus said Great Bend High School and Great Bend Middle School students are eligible for a student pass for $30.
Agenda For FS City Commission on August 20
Budget Workshop begins at 5:00PM – City Hall – open to the public. Regular City Commission meeting begins at 6:00PM – open to the public. Public Hearing – Case No. 1047 – Request for a Zoning Change at 223 N. Franklin for the purpose of a mechanic’s shop – during the Commission Meeting.
Tri-Valley Foundation Fall Golf Classic is September 14
2024 Friends of Tri-Valley Foundation Fall Golf Classic. When: Saturday, September 14, 2024 with 8am registration and shotgun start at 9am. Where: Woodland Hills Golf Course, 2414 Horton St., Fort Scott, KS 66701. Cost: $240 per team, includes green fees, golf cart & lunch. Deadline to enter: September 8, 2024.
A warm finish to the weekend. Isolated storm tonight.
Storm Track 3 Forecast: A warm finish to the weekend. Isolated storm tonight. We-re starting off this Sunday with a warm and quiet weather picture with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 70s. Just like Saturday, a heat advisory will be in effect for south central into southwest Kansas...
Summer COVID cases surge in Missouri, Kansas as free vaccines disappear
Last year, when COVID vaccines were still free, barely one in five Americans rolled up their sleeves for the latest dose. Now that some people will have to pay $100-plus for the shot, health officials expect even weaker demand when the next version of the vaccine comes out this fall. Meanwhile, a surprisingly strong...
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