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Smoky Hill River Renewal Project Set to Revitalize Salina with $21.3M in Funding and New Development Plans
The Smoky Hill River might soon flow more freely through Salina, as officials with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Salina signed a cost-share agreement for the proposed Smoky Hill River renewal project. U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran announced an additional $400,000 in federal funding to assist with the city’s cost for a project design draft from USACE. City documents indicate $13.7 million will come from federal sources, supplemented by $7.6 million from a citywide sales tax. Salina previously secured $22 million in federal grants for river improvements, including bridge replacements and revamped boat docks.
Abilene Rodeo Celebrates 25 Years of Horses and Bulls from Andrews Rodeo Co.
Andrews Rodeo Co. has been the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo stock contractor in Abilene for the past 25 years. Sammy Andrews, his wife Jacel, son James, and his crew have been coming to Abilene since 2000, bringing their industry-renowned bucking horses and bulls. When the Abilene rodeo committee decided to...
Teen enters plea in shooting death of Wichita boy at Towne East Square
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - A teenager has pleaded no contest in the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy inside a Wichita mall in 2022. The Sedgwick County district attorney's office said 18-year-old Te'bryis Robinson on Tuesday pleaded no contest to second-degree murder, attempted second-degree murder and aggravated battery. He was originally charged with first-degree murder and criminal use of a weapon by a juvenile in the killing of killing of TrenJ'vious Hutton at Towne East Square on March 18, 2022.
New fencing, sidewalks around lion exhibit at Great Bend zoo
In 2017, a pair of female lions were brought to the Great Bend Brit Spaugh Zoo to be companions for Luke, the male lion. For years, zookeepers tried to peacefully introduce the lions to each other to share the exhibit. In 2021, an aggressive interaction led the zoo staff to keep them separated and take turns on which animals were out in the yard.
Freshly field grown flowers make way in Salt City
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — If anyone picked up a fresh locally grown bouquet this spring or summer, there's a chance it came from Salt City Blooms. Owner Jessica Rayl who's had a love for growing flowers for awhile now, said she discovered the idea for her business on Facebook. "I...
The death of a beloved former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader spotlights maternal mortality
Krystal Anderson lived in a charming home on a quiet, tree-lined street in Leawood, Kansas, with her husband, Clayton, and their two black Lab mixes, Sprocket and Louie. From the second visitors walk into the home through its French-style front doors, they can see her — everywhere. Photos of her beaming smile hang in almost every room. Clayton Anderson says they renovated the house to their liking when they moved in, dreaming of one day sending their kids to the elementary school next door.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection hosting another Global Entry enrollment in Wichita
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in partnership with the City of Wichita and Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, is hosting another Global Entry enrollment. It will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, at the airport in the mezzanine-level conference rooms. One was also held on […]
Barton Co. approves $18K for bulk mailing of revenue neutral notices
Three years ago, the Kansas legislature passed its revenue-neutral laws to increase transparency regarding property taxes and tax rates. Unfortunately, the legislation has carried a price tag. Each taxing entity that announces an intent to exceed revenue neutral, or collect more tax dollars than it did the year before, must notify the public. At Tuesday's Barton County Commission meeting, County Clerk Bev Schmeidler sought approval on a bid to mail out those notices at a cost exceeding $17,000.
Deep sea explorers say they found Amelia Earhart’s plane
ATCHISON, Kan. — It’s one of the greatest unsolved mysteries ever, but we might now be on the verge of discovering what happened to Amelia Earhart’s plane. Earhart was born and raised in Atchison, Kansas, and her love for planes and flying drove her to break barriers for female pilots.
75th Street shut down early Wednesday amid multiple water main breaks
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. (KCTV) - Due to multiple water main breaks, 75th Street is closed between Metcalf and Lamar Avenues in both directions. The utility company is on-site for repair work. Water One notified Overland Park Police of the shutdown around 5 a.m. Wednesday. The exact number and cause of...
These issues drove candidates to run for Shawnee County Commission District 2
Incumbent Kevin Cook and lifelong Topekan Robert Soria will face off in the Aug. 6 primary election for the Shawnee County Commission District 2 seat. The seat, which covers the north-central and northeast parts of the county, has been held by Cook since January 2013. The winning Democrat will move forward to the Nov. 5 general election, where he would face Henry McClure, a Republican and lifelong Topekan. McClure is unchallenged in the GOP primary. ...
Hoffman leaves McPherson Opera House
MCPHERSON, Kan. — McPherson Opera House Executive Director Karissa Hoffman has given her resignation to Board President Denise O’Connor-Munsey, effective August 9, 2024. While we are sad to see Karissa leave, she is heading on to a new opportunity in Lindsborg, and we know she will continue to have a positive impact on our communities.
Topekans give feedback on Huntoon Street road project
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Looking to improve roads in Topeka, the city and their design team held an open house at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library for a road project on Huntoon Street, between Gage Boulevard and Harrison Street. Although this open house wasn’t to show off what the project looks like. It was […]
Kansas basketball champion Jalen Wilson becomes 2nd Jayhawk to win Summer League MVP
After averaging 20.1 PPG at Kansas in his senior season, Jalen Wilson had to take on an entirely different role as a rookie in the NBA. He was the epitome of a role player, averaging 5.0 PPG and 3.0 RPG in 15.5 minutes per game in 2023-2024. With that being said, he was able to take on a leading role (as he once did with the Jayhawks) this season in Summer League when he became the #1 scoring option for Brooklyn.
Wichita server turning homophobic slur into powerful anti-bullying message
Wichita server turning homophobic slur left in place of tip into powerful anti-bullying message. It's no secret restaurant workers rely on tips for almost all of their income. However, one customer in Wichita recently did something even worse than writing zero on the tip line, and now that server is trying to turn something so hurtful into a powerful message.
Geary Co. Sheriff’s Office flooded due to sewage back up
JUNCTION CITY (KSNT) – Several inches of sewage water flooded the administration offices at the Geary County Sheriff’s Office. Employees arrived to work on Monday, July 22, to find water at their feet. Many employees are now having to work from different areas. The part of the building that flooded sits right beneath some jail […]
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