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KBI investigating officer-involved shooting at park in Ottawa County
MINNEAPOLIS, Kan. (KSNW) — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has been called to assist law enforcement regarding an officer-involved shooting at the city park in Minneapolis. A news release from the KBI said around 8:20 a.m. Saturday, the Minneapolis Swimming Pool manager heard three gunshots at Markley Grove Park and called 911. Five minutes later, […]
KBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Ottawa Co., suspect identified
OTTAWA COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The KBI said the situation began around 8:20 a.m. when the manager of the Minneapolis Swimming Pool heard three gunshots at Markley Grove Park. About five minutes later, the Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office and the Minneapolis Police Department were dispatched to the scene. While...
Officer-Involved Shooting in Ottawa County
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Minneapolis, Kansas, on Saturday June 22nd. At approximately 8:20 am, on Saturday, June 22nd, the Minneapolis Swimming Pool Manager heard three gunshots at Markley Grove Park in Minneapolis, and called 911. At approximately 8:25 am, the...
Fay A. Sechtem
Fay Ann Sechtem, age 85, entered into rest on June 18, 2024, at Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas. She was born on February 3, 1939, in Omaha, Nebraska to Ernest and Olga (Hansen) Thomas. Fay was a graduate of Russell High School, Russell, Kansas, Class of 1957. She received her bachelor’s degree in education at Kearney State College in 1972.
Sheryl L. Tatro
Sheryl Louise Tatro was born April 22, 1950, in Beloit, Kansas. She died June 20, 2024, in Beloit. The daughter of Lorn B. and Charlene (Belden) Schmidt, Sherry married Francis Harmen Tatro on August 22, 1970. The union led to three sons: Clayton (wife Melissa) of Cimarron, Kansas; Beau (wife Stephanie) of Manhattan, Kansas; and Thayne (wife Misti) of Fairbury, Nebraska, as well as eight grandchildren among the three families.
Officer Involved Shooting in Minneapolis
A Minneapolis man is expected to survive after being shot by police multiple times Saturday morning. According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, at approximately 8:20 a.m. the Minneapolis Swimming Pool Manager heard three gunshots at Markley Grove Park in Minneapolis and called 911. At approximately 8:25 a.m., the Ottawa...
Police ID suspect wounded in Kansas officer shooting
OTTAWA COUNTY—Law enforcement were investigating an officer-involved shooting in Minneapolis. Just before 8:30a.m. Saturday, the manager of the Minneapolis Swimming Pool at Markley Grove Park, 161 South Mill in Minneapolis, heard three gunshots, according to a media release from the Kansas Bureau of Investigation. The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office...
New commander takes charge at Fort Riley hospital
Col. Laudino Castillo took over command of Irwin Army Community Hospital last week in a ceremony at Fort Riley. Col. Anthony Gray relinquished command to Castillo. Medical Readiness Command West commander and Brig. Gen. Yolonda Summons praised Gray’s leadership during a challenging period marked by personnel shortages, budget constraints and modernization efforts.
Kansas ABLE Savings Plan Roadshow to Visit Concordia
The Kansas ABLE Savings Plan Roadshow will visit Frank Carlson Library in Concordia on Wednesday, June 26th, from noon to 1 pm. This initiative aims to educate Kansans with disabilities, their families, and caregivers about the ABLE Savings Program, which allows individuals with disabilities to save for future expenses without jeopardizing eligibility for assistance programs like SSI and Medicaid. The event will offer information, answer questions, and provide support for opening ABLE accounts.
Officer-Involved Shooting in Northern Kansas
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Saturday, June 22, 2024, in Minneapolis, KS. 46-year-old Artemis Thor Peck of Minneapolis was shot after police responded to reports of gunshots Saturday morning around 8:30am in Markley Grove Park near the Minneapolis swimming pool. Deputies from the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office and officers from the Minneapolis Police Department heard more shots after arriving on the scene. Peck then ran out of his nearby residence and fired at law enforcement. Officer returned fire, striking Peck multiple times. Peck was taken to a Salina hospital, where he underwent surgery for his wounds. He was then taken to a Wichita hospital for further treatment. Peck is expected to survive his injuries.
Lake levels boosted by recent rain, but more is needed
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Many lakes have been struggling to receive rainfall over the past few months, leading to lowering lake levels and some areas putting out water restrictions. This past Wednesday, much of the state got heavy rainfall, with many locations receiving 2 to 4 inches of rain. But...
Shadowcats rally to beat Flying Bison on walk-off hit
SHERMAN, Texas (KTEN)- Silo's Easton Ford was the hero on Thursday night as he came up with the walk-off hit in a 9-8 victory for the Sherman Shadowcats over the Abilene Flying Bison. The Shadowcats trailed 7-2 at one point in the eighth but rallied back to get the win.
Community Foundation of Dickinson County Invites the Community to Help Celebrate 25 Years
The Community Foundation of Dickinson County will celebrate 25 years of Service on Thursday, July 25th at 6:00 p.m. The Social and Dinner will be held at the Sand Springs Venue outside of Abilene. Elizabeth Weese, Executive Director of the Foundation, said it has grown substantially since its beginning. “It...
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