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Public health advisories for Kansas lakes due to blue-green algae
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) have issued a public health advisory due to blue-green algae. A harmful algal bloom (HAB) may look like foam, scum or paint floating on the water and be colored blue, bright green, brown or red. Blooms can develop rapidly; if the water appears suspicious or there is decaying algae on the shore, avoid contact and keep pets away. These toxins can be absorbed by ingestion, inhalation of aerosols and even skin contact. Symptoms vary depending upon the type of exposure (e.g. direct contact, ingestion, inhalation) but can include rash, vomiting, diarrhea, fever, sore throat, and headache. If you, or your pets, come into contact with algae rinse the area with clean, fresh water. Suspected HAB-related health incidents, whether human or animal, regardless of season, should be reported at kdhe.ks.gov/1163.
Golden Belt Community Foundation names new board members
From the Golden Belt Community Foundation... The Golden Belt Community Foundation is thrilled to welcome its newest board members, whose diverse experiences and deep-rooted connections to the community will greatly enhance our mission. We are confident that their combined expertise in education, healthcare, agriculture, and community service will contribute significantly to the foundation's ongoing efforts to support and strengthen the Golden Belt region.
Nomar Eatz Foodie Event in Nomar Plaza Wichita
Nomar Eatz is a FREE event that highlights local foods. It is an outdoor celebration of local foodies, food trucks, caterers, packaged goods vendors, and produce sellers. This event is free to attend but you will want to come hungry and bring cash for food. Normar Eats aims to create...
Wichita looking for police officers, firefighters and other City workers in job fair
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The City of Wichita is hosting six career fairs prior to the District Advisory Board meetings in September. The job fairs will be held on two days next month, Sept. 4 and Sept. 9, across all six districts. Applications will be accepted for all City of...
Dutch Bros teases Lawrence opening date
LAWRENCE (KSNT) – Dutch Bros is set to open a new location in the City of Lawrence this winter. The coffee shop chain made the announcement in a press release on Tuesday, Aug. 27 that it will be opening the city’s first Dutch Bros before the end of the year. This new location will be […]
Cosmosphere to show Netflix Apollo 13 documentary September 5
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Cosmosphere will host a free screening of the upcoming Netflix documentary Apollo 13: Survival in the Justice Planetarium on Thursday, Sept. 5, at 6:00 p.m., thanks to the production company Insight Film. Members of the public may reserve complimentary tickets for admission to the screening...
Smoky Hill Museum presents, 'The Women of Brown' on Sept. 5
The Smoky Hill Museum will host “The Women of Brown,” a presentation and discussion by Donna Rae Pearson, a museum specialist at the Kansas Historical Society, on September 5 at 5:30 pm. Enjoy the presentation in person at the Museum or from the comfort of your own home...
Five Guys tests new menu option in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – The fast food chain Five Guys is testing out a new food option at three locations in Kansas starting next month. Five Guys announced in a press release on Tuesday, Aug. 27 it will be putting the ‘patty melt’ on its menu for Five Guys locations in Salina, Topeka and Manhattan. This […]
A look at the upcoming Kansas volleyball schedule
After a key offseason in which Kansas Volleyball head coach Ray Bechard and staff retained 13 players, including 2023 All Big 12 members senior setter Camryn Turner and senior outside hitter Ayah Elnady, the Jayhawks are primed for a strong Big 12 conference season and potential post-season run. To open...
Derby-based cat rescue alleges a foster kitten was found dirty, dehydrated after property manager ignores calls
A Derby-based cat rescue has alleged that a kitten was found severely dehydrated and malnourished in an Emporia apartment after being left alone for nearly 72 hours over the weekend. The property management company is disputing the claims. Hannah Spelts, president of Save the Kitties — Big Hearts 4 Little...
Kansas news outlets ask judge to allow cameras in court for former Marion police chief
TOPEKA — Kansas Reflector and other news outlets have asked a district judge to reject former Marion Police Chief Gideon Cody’s attempt to banish cameras from court proceedings in his criminal case. Cody, who led the raid on the Marion County Record last year, faces a low-level felony charge for telling a woman after the […]
Restart reacts to Lenexa Planning Commission's stance on new homeless center
Restart Inc. was hoping for a different outcome at Lenexa Planning Commission's meeting on Monday, when commission members recommended the city deny a Special Use Permit for a new homeless center.
Top 2025 College Basketball Recruit Visiting Big 12 School
According to a recent update from On3’s Joe Tipton, one team from the Big 12 Conference is set to host the top-ranked player in the Class of 2025 for an official visit on Saturday. That team is Jerome Tang and the Kansas State Wildcats, who are hosting 2025 No....
Olathe East football eyes continued success after hot streak
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — After struggling in previous seasons, the Olathe East Hawks ended last year on a high note, winning six of their final seven games. This season, head coach Courtney Porter is focused on building on that momentum. “We’re trying to build off of that by just...
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