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Clay Center Zoo Adds Unique New Residents, Patagonian Cavies
The Clay Center Zoo has recently welcomed the arrival of some Patagonian Cavies to the zoo. Cavies, also known as Maras, are the fourth largest rodent species in the world, native to the arid grasslands of central and southern Argentina. With their long legs and large ears, these furry rodents...
Pretty Prairie gives bond issue updates
The district has been busy this summer with construction under the current bond issue that was approved in May of 2023. The bond issue was approved for just under 8 million dollars. At the grade school, all projects will be completed by the first day of classes on Wednesday, Aug....
The man behind the keyboard of USA Basketball, Topeka native Trenton Miller
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Seaman and K-State graduate doesn’t take this for granted. The content that’s posted on social media, that comes from the fingers of Miller. 29-year-old Trenton Miller, living out a dream as he put it. He was a PR major at K-State and worked in sports information in K-State Athletics.
Wyandotte County, KCK adopt revenue-neutral budget for 2025
It was decided to pursue a revenue-neutral budget in June, providing the Unified Government the opportunity to pay off accrued debt. The price of that new budget was to cut down the public safety budget, meaning that Sheriff’s officers, firefighters, police officers and 911 dispatchers will see a reduction in overtime.
Garage Sale Scheduled for September 28
WICHITA, Kan. – Wichita State Athletics is hosting its annual garage sale on Saturday, Sept. 28. Fans are invited to stop by the garage sale that morning from 8 am – 11 am inside the Aetna Multi-Purpose Facility (enter through the exterior doors on the east side of Charles Koch Arena).
⚾ Wichita Wind Surge come up short versus Travelers
WICHITA, Kan.—The Wichita Wind Surge came up short 6-5 against the Arkansas Travelers at Riverfront Stadium. Despite coming back to tie the game twice after scoring first, but only got one hit through the final four innings in the final Tumba Vacas game of the season. CJ Culpepper struck...
PROPERTY ADDED TO NEIGHBORHOOD REVIT PROGRAM
Several properties in Ottawa have been recommended for the Neighborhood Revitalization Program. The houses at 912 and 914 South Cedar, 1336 North Sycamore, and 739 South Ash were presented to the ottawa city commission by Planning Assistant Ashley Hird and she explained the tax rebates that would be due on them would total about $94,000 over 10 years. Mayor Mike Skidmore and Commissioner Zach Clayton discussed the benefits:
Lawrence’s new interim superintendent is hopeful that ‘we’re turning the corner together’
Lawrence’s newly hired interim superintendent, Jeanice Swift, said she’s got an inkling that this year will be a new leaf for the district. “I feel like being our fifth year out of, you know, that historic time (COVID-19), this is our year,” Swift said. “We’ve reset financially, for the most part — not that we won’t have to again, we may have to again — but I think we’re turning the corner together. If communities come together, we will continue up.”
Kansas football unveils all-red uniforms ahead of upcoming games at Arrowhead Stadium
This offseason, the University of Kansas announced the first phase of its two-phase stadium renovation of the 103-year-old David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. With construction to take place well into 2025, the Jayhawks will head East on I-70 to play their home games in Kansas City. Children’s Mercy Park, home...
Friday forecast: Isolated thundershowers this afternoon/evening
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The big weather story is the potential for showers/storms this afternoon into the evening hours. While most spots will remain dry, any storms that pass through the area could be severe with a hail/wind threat. The weekend is expected to be dry with a slight chance of storms that may return late Sunday night into Monday morning.
Adams Brown making short move to new office in Great Bend
For decades, the headquarters for Adams Brown has been located at 2006 Broadway Avenue in Great Bend. The accounting and consulting firm is not moving far, but picked a new building just to the east to relocate. Beginning next week, Adams Brown will be fully moved into their new office...
Economic incentives for Gella's expansion, housing developments up for review by Hays City Commission
The advancement of several housing developments in Hays, including Tallgrass Addition on the east side, and the downtown Depot Addition and Chestnut Suites, will be discussed during today's Hays City Commission work session. Commissioners will also consider the issuance of industrial revenue bonds for expansion of Gella’s Diner and Liquid...
TRM shares research on prevalence of Adverse Childhood Experiences in people who are homeless
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Addressing homelessness means more than giving a person a meal and a place to sleep. It’s addressing why someone is in the situation in order to help them move past it. Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries recently conducted research that offers insight into the “whys.” Executive...
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