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UPDATED: SFD responds to fire at Speakeasy storage shed
Several Salina Fire Department crews responded to a fire at the Speakeasy Bar and Grill, 2030 S Ohio Street, in Salina, this afternoon. Salina Fire Department Battalion Chief Chris Stansberry said at approximately 1:30 p.m. on July 25, Fire Engine Two responded to the Speakeasy within three minutes of receiving the call of a fire near the restaurant.
Klear Nearly Days in Nickerson this weekend
NICKERSON, Kan. — Take the family out to Nickerson for some fun at the Nickerson Klear Nearly Days, July 26-28, 2024!. Breakfast, Food Vendors, Mud Volleyball, Medallion Hunt, Dance, Games, Inflatables, Booths, Dance. 3rd Annual 2 Mile Fun Run/Walk for Mental Health Awareness in Remembrance of Jim Goble -...
Salina man dead after exchanging gunfire with police and state troopers
One man is dead after Salina police officers and troopers from the Kansas Highway Patrol exchanged gunfire with him Wednesday evening. According to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation, which is conducting the investigation of the shooting, officers were dispatched at around 7:30 p.m. Wednesday to 544 N. 12th St. in Salina after learning a man with a felony warrant was at the location. ...
Kansas makes the cut for four-star wing Tounde Yessoufou
Four-star prospect Tounde Yessoufou included Kansas in his top group on Wednesday. The Jayhawks remain in the hunt for the versatile wing and are in his top 10 schools along with Arizona, Arizona State, Baylor, Kentucky, Tennessee, UCLA, UConn, USC and Washington. So far, he has taken official visits to Arizona, USC and Washington.
Estate sale company exists as a business and a service
For many people, it is hard to know what to do with all of a loved one’s belongings after they die. One local business in Hillsboro offers help with this dilemma. “I’m a business but also a service. I love helping people through a difficult time of cleaning out a home and selling a loved one’s items, or their personal items if it’s their sale. It makes me feel good to find owners for their belongings and to help others find treasures,” said Dana Maxfield.
Sedgwick County Zoo welcomes twin orphaned black bear cubs
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - The Sedgwick County Zoo announced they recently got two new baby black bears from Oregon and will be ready for public viewing as soon as Monday. The announcement came during the weekly meeting of the Sedgwick County Board of Commissioners. The cubs, brother and sister twins...
Valley Center City Council to vote on letting golf carts on neighborhood streets
Valley Center City Council to vote on letting golf carts on neighborhood streets. An ordnance being discussed by the Valley Center City Council, would allow people who own golf carts, to drive them on streets posted under 30mph.
Lawrence Community Shelter board concerned about 2025 funding; city looking to limit services to locals
Lawrence Community Shelter board members shared concerns Thursday that the emergency shelter’s funding — which could rely upon voters approving a sales tax increase — could be in jeopardy. Meanwhile, the City of Lawrence is working on policies to limit homelessness services to people who have ties...
Body found near Smithville Lake identified as that of missing Leavenworth man
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - A body found near Smithville Lake has been identified by investigators as that of a missing man from Leavenworth. The Smithville, Missouri, Police Department announced on Thursday, July 25, that the unidentified individual found deceased on Sunday, July 21 has been identified as Josiah Papa 25, of Leavenworth.
KU football aiming for sellouts in four games at Arrowhead Stadium
LAWRENCE, Kan. (WIBW) - The start of college football is just about a month away, and the 2024 season will look very different for KU football. With the Gateway District construction not slated to end until August of 2025, the Jayhawks will play all six of their home games in Kansas City this year.
Manhattan Area Technical College Announces Ribbon Cutting for Advanced Technology Center
Manhattan Area Technical College has scheduled the ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new Advanced Technology Center. The event will take place on August 29th at 4:00 PM at the new 47,000 square foot facility. The Center will enhance educational opportunities and economic growth in the region. With the capacity to double...
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