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Straight-line wind microburst of 70-90 mph hits Oakland, north Topeka during thunderstorm
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A representative of the National Weather Service (NWS) in Topeka is weighing in on the damage caused by Wednesday night’s storm that caused damage in several neighborhoods. Chad Omitt with the NWS told 27 News a thunderstorm downdraft of 70-90 mph winds was responsible for causing damage in the north Topeka and […]
Niles named Public Utilities Director for the City of Manhattan
The City of Manhattan announced on Wednesday the hiring of a new Director of Public Utilities for the city. Kevin Niles, who is the current Utilities Director in Odessa, Texas, will begin his work for the city beginning on Sept. 3. Niles is set to oversee the recently reconstructed Public Utilities Department, which provides services for Manhattan and surrounding infrastructure.
Kan. man dead, 2 injured after SUV rollover accident
NORTON COUNTY —One person died in an accident just after 10a.m. Thursday in Norton County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2001 Ford Explorer driven by Melanie A Cotton, 29, Lenora, was southbound on U.S. 283 two and one half miles south of Norton. The SUV traveled off the...
Already in court process for alleged shooting and standoff in Emporia, Topeka man now charged with federal gun crime
A Topeka man already in court proceedings in Emporia for state charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated burglary, among others, is now starting a federal court case in his hometown. Tyler Seifert has been federally charged with one count of possessing a firearm by a prohibited person. Online court documents...
Manhattan Woman Arrested for Arson and Theft
Nesa Simms, 29, of Manhattan, was arrested on August 14, 2024, at approximately 9:17 AM in the 1100 block of Ratone Street. Simms was arrested on a Riley County District Court warrant. Simms was charged with aggravated arson x 2, arson x 2, and theft of property or services with...
Sheriff’s Report, week of Friday, August, 16
Edwin Conner (88yo) of Effingham, Kansas, reported that someone had damaged his garden. The suspects removed produce (10 watermelon, 10 cantaloupes, and 10 honeydew melon) from his garden and smashed them in various areas nearby. There were also tomato and beet plants pulled from the garden. Possible suspects have been identified and the investigation is ongoing.
Latest City Council decision could bring a new apartment complex to Downtown Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The recent additions of restaurants, shops, and places to work have helped breathe some new life into Downtown Topeka, but some feel there is still something missing. Topeka City Council’s latest move could be the next step in the district’s revitalization. The city recently...
Adopt-A-Pet coming up Saturday
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Michaela Schommer with the Hutchinson Animal Shelter said the need for adoptions of both dogs and cats never stops, and EAGLE Media is helping again by hosting an Adopt-A-Pet event Saturday starting at 11 a.m. at 825 North Main. "The shelter is never empty, unfortunately," Schommer...
FHSU Foundation welcomes four new members to its Board of Trustees
The Fort Hays State University Foundation welcomes four new members to its board of trustees – Clint Albers, Eric Brown, Daryl Craft, and Dr. Gary Fredrickson. “Our board of trustees continually show up in support of FHSU’s future,” said FHSU Foundation President and CEO Jason Williby. “These members are some of our greatest advocates and are devoted to the university through and through. We’re excited to have these individuals on our board.”
Overland Park man sustains life-threatening injuries during ‘intentional’ crash
TOPEKA, Kan. (KCTV) - An Overland Park man sustained life-threatening injuries during a collision first responders in Topeka say was intentional. The Kansas Highway Patrol indicates that around 9 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 15, emergency crews were called to the area of westbound I-70 and Carlson Rd., west of Topeka, with reports of a single-vehicle collision.
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