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Olathe warehouse project spurs bigger question: What are incentives for?
In Olathe, philosophical discussions about the city’s use of economic development tools have continued as some city councilmembers express discomfort in giving incentives to projects that don’t offer high wages or have fallen short in their eyes in other ways. Last week, the Olathe City Council voted 5-2...
SMSD News: Shawnee Mission Board of Education approves budget for 2024-2025 school year
On August 26, 2024, the Shawnee Mission Board of Education approved the budget for the 2024-2025 school year in the amount of $611,930,693. The Board established a mill rate of 51.316, and the district continues to maintain the highest possible bond rating. This means when the SMSD seeks to issue bonds, it receives the best possible interest rates on those bonds.
Franklin County teen arrested, given 9 charges after leading late-night police chase
LOUISBURG, Kan. (KCTV) - A 19-year-old was arrested and charged in Franklin County on Friday after he was involved in a police chase. According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened around 10:52 p.m. on Aug. 30. Damon Estes of Osawatomie, Kansas, is accused of leading police on a chase down K-68 Highway, east of Louisburg, Kansas.
Jayhawks Dominate Season Opener: Men’s and Women’s Teams Secure Team Titles
In their season opener, the Kansas men's cross country team reclaimed the 6K team title for a second-consecutive year, led by standout performances from juniors Tanner Talley and Quenton Walion, who both secured top-three finishes. Talley set a personal best with a time of 18:33.52, shaving nearly 8 seconds off...
Kansas Hosts Gonzaga at Rock Chalk Park Sunday
LAWRENCE, Kan. – The Kansas Jayhawks will play their second consecutive match at Rock Chalk Park on Sunday, squaring off against the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. CT and the match will be broadcast on ESPN+. Fans can purchase tickets for the match by clicking here.
Kansas State football vs UT-Martin recap: Wildcats roll, 41-6 in season opener
MANHATTAN — Kansas State football got off to a sluggish start, but gained momentum in the second half Saturday night to open its 2024 season with a 41-6 blowout victory over Tennessee-Martin at Bill Snyder Family Stadium. Much like the Wildcat offense, sophomore quarterback Avery Johnson had some early issues, including the first interception of his career in the second quarter that led to a UTM field goal. But he came back to complete 14 of 21...
Sharky’s Adds Expanded Outdoor Dining and Pickleball Court
Fort Scottians may have noticed that there is a construction area on the south side of Sharky’s Pub and Grug, 16 N. National Avenue. A major project is underway by Tina and David Lipe who started the restaurant in June 2011. “Our facility has everything: a cool designed building,...
USD 428 chooses Freedom Claims as new TPA after BMI closure
The sudden closure of Benefit Management Inc. (BMI) in Great Bend on Aug. 8 put several area businesses in a bind. The Great Bend school district was one of the large employers that used BMI as a third-party administrator (TPA) of its insurance plan. During Wednesday's USD 428 Board of Education Luncheon at Riley Elementary School, Assistant Superintendent John Popp announced the district has hired Freedom Claims Management as its new TPA.
Women’s Soccer Tigers Drop 1st Game of the Season to Sterling
McPherson, Kan. (CCCTigers.com) – Time of Possession was once again on the Women’s Soccer’s side as the Tigers dominated their side of the field throughout, however that was not enough as Central dropped 1st game of the season 3-0 to Sterling College. The Tigers outshot Sterling 15-6, but Sterling was able to get 3 goals off those 6 shots.
A woman on Kansas football’s sideline took big hit from running back Daniel Hishaw
As expected, the Kansas football team dismantled Lindenwood 48-3 in Thursday’s 2024 season opener at Children’s Mercy Park. While renovations are being done at David Booth Memorial Stadium, the Jayhawks will play home games on both sides of the state line. They’ll play two games at Children’s Mercy Park and four at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.
Kansas Softball Adds Three New Transfers
LAWRENCE, Kan. - Kansas Softball Head Coach Jennifer McFalls announced the addition of three transfer portal signees—Haley Webb, Madi Hays and Candace Yingling—before the start of the 2024-25 softball season. "I'm thrilled about our three transfers," McFalls said. "They add much-needed depth to our defense and bring both...
‘That’s counterintuitive’: Topeka Rescue Mission talks Built For Zero, camp cleanups
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The Topeka Rescue Mission (TRM) Executive Director LaManda Broyles joined the 27 Morning Show to discuss the recent developments for the organization and offer insight into what TRM’s involvement in the Built For Zero initiative could look like. “I think we are really waiting to see when we get the data, which […]
Olpe looking to keep postseason tradition going in 2024
Deep runs into the postseason have been a tradition for Olpe. The Eagles finished 2023 with an 8-3 record falling in the sectional round of the Class 1A playoffs to Jefferson County North. Olpe returns starting quarterback Dexton Hoelting, who missed a majority of the 2023 season due to an...
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