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Marshall demands answers for overestimated job numbers
KANSAS (KSNT) – U.S. Senator Roger Marshall has sent a letter to the Department of Labor demanding answers for overestimated U.S. job numbers. Marshall is seeking information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) after several downward revisions in the job numbers after they were published. The letter alleges the BLS revised their job numbers […]
Document reveals events leading to baby found in I-135 canal in south Wichita
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A newly released court document provides new details in the event leading up to when a baby was found abandoned in a highway canal in south Wichita last month. The suspect, 34-year-old Vincent Perez, is charged with three counts of aggravated child endangerment and two counts...
KBI: Man dead in officer-involved shooting in Coffeyville
COFFEYVILLE, Kan. (KAKE) - One person is dead following an officer-involved shooting in Coffeyville on Thursday. The Kansas Bureau of Investigations says just after 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, the Coffeyville Police Department requested the KBI conduct an investigation. KBI agents and the Crime Scene Response Team responded to investigate.
Founders Fest with free activities on tap this weekend at Topeka’s Gage Park
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Cooler weather is in the forecast for this weekend in Topeka, and that’s good news for those planning to head out to Gage Park for Founders Fest activities. The event, sponsored by Shawnee County Parks + Recreation, is set for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m....
Event set to provide resources to folks living outside in Lawrence
Nearly two dozen service agencies and organizations will be present at an event to provide services to people and pets who are living outside in Lawrence. The City of Lawrence’s Homeless Response Team is hosting the second Integrated Outreach event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 in the parking lot east of the Amtrak station at 413 E. Seventh St. in East Lawrence.
Saints, Blue Devils end in 0-0 draw
Seward County made its 2024 debut this past Sunday and once again stepped on the home field for a tough match-up against Kansas City Kansas, where the Saints held strong with the Blue Devils through all 90 minutes of action and had a chance late in the final minute to put themselves on the board, but could not connect as they finished with a 0-0 result in their KJCCC opener.
Financial impact of imaging, surgery at proposed Stormont-Vail facility discussed at Newman Regional Health board meeting
Much of the Newman Regional Health monthly Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday dealt with finances. For the monthly financial report, the hospital noted a negative net income of almost $123,000, unfavorable to budget by over $1 million, in large part due to the timing of Newman Regional’s purchase of the longstanding CrossWinds Counseling and Wellness administrative office at 1000 Lincoln, as well as general operating expenses and other patient revenue. Year-to-date, net income is just under $30,000, unfavorable to budget by about $45,000 but favorable to the 2023 income by almost $390,000.
Madison seeking success with three returning seniors for 2024
After starting the 2023 season 4-0, the Madison football team finished the season with a 5-4 record, losing its final four regular season games. As head coach Nate Teichgraeber enters his second season guiding the Bulldogs, expectations remain high despite key pieces gone due to graduation. The Bulldogs return seniors Colton Isch, Packer Bolinger, and Cade Hurlburt, and juniors Octavian Dean, Lane Smith, and Drake Loveall.
Top 25 Bobbleheads Just In Time For KU and K-State Kickoff
Released in conjunction with the start of the 2024 college football season, The bobbleheads will be available in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Online Store at this link. The bobbleheads, which are expected to ship in January, are $40 each plus a flat-rate shipping charge of $8 per order. These are limited edition bobbleheads, individually numbered to 2,024.
18-year-old Independence man dies in downtown scooter accident
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Kan. (KOAM) - An 18-year-old Independence man died Thursday morning, August 29, 2024, after his electric scooter collided with a pickup truck in downtown Independence, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP).
Teen hit by vehicle in front of Children’s Mercy Park dies from her injuries
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The teenager who was hit in front of Children’s Mercy Park has passed away as a result of her injuries according to police. The Kansas City, Kansas, Police Department announced on Thursday, Aug. 29, that the teenager struck near Children’s Mercy Park on Tuesday evening has passed away as a result of her injuries. She has been identified as Summer Lynn, 17, of Kansas City, Mo.
Overland Park Police clear area after suspicious object reported near synagogue
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - The area near an Overland Park synagogue is back to normal after technicians responded to a report of a possible explosive. The Overland Park Police Department asked the community to avoid the area of 103rd and Conser St. around 12 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29. Experts worked to determine if the report of a possible explosive near the Indian Creek Recreation Center was legitimate.
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