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GTP leader mention Heartland Park property, riverfront in looking to future
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - As summer winds down, the Greater Topeka Partnership is gearing up for fall and winter activities. CEO Matt Pivarnik visited Eye on NE Kansas to update their efforts to attract businesses and visitors to the area. Pivarnik said an upcoming JEDO meeting will include the approval...
A look at what's new at the Kansas State Fair this year
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KAKE)- The Kansas State Fair is always looking to expand its offerings and this year’s fair is no different. There’s plenty of new foods, events, security measures, and buildings- truly something for everyone. More than 330,000 people attended last year's Kansas State Fair, but this year...
Topeka’s First Primary Healthcare Center Officially Open
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Oak Street Health, a CVS affiliate based out of Kansas City, opened their doors today at 4109 SW 10th Ave. The clinic specializes in serving residents ages 65+. Oak Street Health offers primary care services, along with a suite of behavioral health support and educational resources...
Getting around campus: Which apps to use now My Bus Lawrence is discontinued
A new bus app will be used this school year after the University of Kansas announced last December that My Bus Lawrence would no longer be used. The University's transition from My Bus Lawrence to the Transit app was due to the fact that the transit coordinators were informed by DoubleMap Bus Tracker that the platform was going to be discontinued as of December 2023.
Preparations underway for Field of Screams' scariest season yet
Whether it's the pyrotechnics, animatronics, scare actors, storyline, or the completely immersive experience that draws people to this indoor-outdoor haunt, owners say there’s something for everyone. Preparations underway for Field of Screams' scariest season yet. Field of Screams is hosting its 21st season of scaring starting at the end...
4 injured after erratic driver speeding on I-35 causes hit-and-run collision
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - Four individuals were injured after an erratic driver speeding on I-35 hit their vehicle and drove away before first responders arrived. The Kansas Highway Patrol indicates that around 10:20 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, emergency crews were called to the area of southbound I-35 and 18th St. in Kansas City, Kan., with reports of a hit-and-run collision.
City of Great Bend to look at motopark agreement
James Baldwin and LaRyssa Baldwin, who operate the Kansas Motocross Championship Series, wish to enter into an operating agreement for the Great Bend Motopark located at the Expo Complex area of the Great Bend Municipal Airport. The term of the agreement will be in effect until Dec. 31, 2027, unless...
Seward Splits Day One in Laramie
Following a long seven-hour bus ride to the state of Wyoming, the Seward County Lady Saints volleyball team competed in day one of the Marriot’s SpringHill Suites Cheyenne Invitational where SCCC took down #16 Casper for the second time in the 2024 season before falling in a five-set thriller to Central Arizona.
Liberal High School placed on brief lockdown after report of potential threat
LIBERAL, Kan. (KAKE) - Liberal High School says their campus was placed on a brief hold-in-place on Friday after the report of a potential threat was made. In a media release, LHS says that at approximately 11:15 a.m. Friday, the administration received a report of a potential threat at the RISE building, located south of the main campus.
Police ask for help to ID suspect Kan. card skimming cases
JOHNSON COUNTY —Law enforcement are asking the public for information on a suspect involved in recent card skimming incidents over the last two weeks at an ATM at Walgreens near Quivira Road and West 75th Street in the city of Shawnee, Kansas, according to a social media report from police.
Junction City Animal Shelter is temporarily closed
Junction City Animal Shelter Director Vanessa Gray has confirmed via a social media announcement that unfortunately, starting on Friday, our shelter will be CLOSED at a minimum of 2 weeks. Thursday, we had a dog test positive for Parvovirus. He had been in and around our shelter, therefore, we will have to monitor all other dogs for the next 2 weeks for symptoms.
Olathe East High School Honored by the KSHSAA
TOPEKA, Kan. – Olathe East High School has been selected as the KSHSAA Performing Arts School of Excellence award winner. A total of 23 Kansas high schools will receive recognition by the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) for outstanding performing arts programs. A selection committee was formed...
Lord’s Two Goals Leads Spires to 3-1 Win Over Graceland University
LEAVENWORTH, KAN- The University of Saint Mary women’s soccer team secured the win 3-1 over the Graceland University Yellowjackets. Rebecca Lord scored the first goal in the 11th minute off an assist from Sadie Dipman soon after Graceland’s Florencia Campondinco scored to keep the game close. Josie Hallier...
Class of 2024 Wildcats inducted to the K-State Athletics Hall of Fame
MANHATTAN (KSNT)- Kansas State athletics’ celebrated its 2024 Hall of Fame class. This year there are ten members including Jacob Pullen, Kevin Lockett, Carl and Mary Ice and Deb Patterson. Being back in Manhattan can feel nostalgic and joyful for all, even for people with a spot in the Hall of Fame. Jacob Pullen played […]
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