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Businesses express concern as 119th Street at U.S. 69 closes for 60 days
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - As part of the 69Express Project, 119th Street between Grant Street and Farley/Three Lakes Parkway and the U.S. 69 ramps in Overland Park closed on Friday for the next 60 days. “We are closing the fourth ramp,” said Steve Rockers, the 69Express Project Director. “The...
Shawnee Heights USD 450 investigates school threat made by student
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Shawnee Heights USD 450 is investigating a school threat made by a student. According to Shawnee Heights USD 450, the district sent a message to high school parents, staff and students to notify them of a threat that was made by a student to the high school. They were made aware of the threat through their StopIt reporting app and immediately worked with officers to investigate. The student was removed from the school setting. Officials said although it is believed that there was no genuine intent behind the remark, they take all matters of this nature seriously to ensure the safety and well-being of their students, staff and community.
Google Fiber is coming to Lawrence. Here’s what we know so far
Google Fiber’s fiber optic internet service is coming to Lawrence. Rachel Merlo, head of government and community affairs for Google Fiber’s central region, said it was too soon to know which parts of town might get access to the service first. “But I can tell you that we...
Kansas gov. orders flags to half-staff statewide, here’s why
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansas Governor Laura Kelly is ordering flags to be lowered across the Sunflower State Friday. Kelly’s order directs flags to be lowered on all state buildings, grounds and facilities immediately to half-staff until sundown on the burial day of Kansas State Representative Marvin Robinson. A Kansas City, Kansas resident, he passed away […]
First-of-its-kind parvo treatment for dogs will be manufactured in northeast Kansas
A first-of-its-kind treatment for parvovirus in dogs — one of the deadliest puppy diseases — will be produced in northeast Kansas. Elanco Animal Health Inc. and Gov. Laura Kelly's administration announced Tuesday that the company is investing $130 million to expand and renovate its manufacturing facility in Elwood, in Doniphan County. The expansion...
SOS Strong 10-year total tops $350,000 after 2024 effort
SOS Strong has concluded another successful fundraiser. Early totals are nearly $21,500 after the celebration event Thursday, meaning over $350,000 in total donations with the fundraiser culminating its 10th year locally. SOS Board of Directors member Tyler Curtis says funds roll into general operations. This year’s ambassadors:. *Sinjin Andrews.
CareArc extends strategic planning survey
If you wanted to take part in CareArc’s strategic planning survey but didn’t, you have more time to do so. CareArc CEO Renee Hively says the survey is available now through Wednesday after the survey went offline Tuesday and a preliminary review by CareArc administrators. Hively says administrators were pleased with the initial results. She wants more feedback to make sure CareArc adjusts its existing strategic plan to make sure the agency “can focus on what matters most to our community.”
Home Health Care Agency Going Through Changes
Despite what some people may have heard, an organization which provides home health and hospice care in three area counties is not closing, though there are some changes happening. According to Memorial Health System of Abilene, Home Health & Hospice of Dickinson County (HH&H) has covered many miles throughout Dickinson,...
Topeka hobby store to move into West Ridge Mall this fall
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka’s West Ridge Mall is due to accept a new tenant this fall specializing sports cards and memorabilia. Casey Richardson, West Ridge Mall’s manager, told 27 News R&D Collectibles will be opening a new location at the mall on Nov. 29. This will be located on the upper floor of the mall […]
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