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Kansas firefighters head west to battle raging wildfires
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Firefighters from across Kansas are heading west to help battle wildfires in Oregon and Idaho. On Thursday, the Kansas Forest Service said a team of 10 firefighters from different parts of the state, including Wichita, Olathe, Ottawa, and Edwardsville, are on their way to assist the Oregon Department of Forestry with 34 large fires, almost all of them in the central or eastern part of the state.
Best Things Happening This Weekend in Wichita (July 26-28)
Searching for ideas on what to do in Wichita this weekend? Looking to plan ahead for something in the future? We got you covered with the Best Things Happening This Weekend In Wichita. Brought to you by The Eddytorial: A Wichita By E.B. Podcast. Give us a listen!. Available on...
Valley Center City Council to vote on letting golf carts on neighborhood streets
Valley Center City Council to vote on letting golf carts on neighborhood streets. An ordnance being discussed by the Valley Center City Council, would allow people who own golf carts, to drive them on streets posted under 30mph.
City of Haven issues RFP for realtor
HAVEN, Kan. — The City of Haven is seeking a dynamic real estate professional with a passion for turning groundbreaking projects into thriving communities. The City of Haven is looking for partners as it develops Wildcat Landing. About the Development:. Location: Prime real estate in Haven, Kansas. Project Type:...
Sedgwick County Zoo welcomes 2 orphaned black bear cubs
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Two orphaned black bear cubs have arrived at the Sedgwick County Zoo from the Oregon wilderness. The cubs, a male and a female, are believed to be around 3 months old. The cubs were discovered by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife after their mother was killed. Unable to survive on their own, they were placed at the Wildlife Safari in Winston, Oregon, until a permanent home could be found.
Derby man enters agreement with DA after practicing law without license
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A Derby man found to be practicing law without a license faces fines and has promised not to perform or contract for any work he doesn’t have the required license to do. The Sedgwick County District Attorney’s Office said Andrew Wells entered into a consent judgment with the DA and admitted to violating the Kansas Consumer Protection Act.
Temporary ramp closures planned for I-235 in Wichita
The Kansas Department of Transportation is planning short-term closures of ramps on Interstate 235 at the North Junction in Wichita. The closings will affect the ramp from northbound I-235 to northbound I-135 and the ramp from northbound I-235 to eastbound K-254. Crews will be working to install new sign footing...
Kansas Secretary of State has concerns with mail in ballots getting to polls on time
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE)- Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab wants people to stop casting their absentee ballots through the mail. "This is not a new problem. We've been shouting this from the rooftops since 2019," he said. He says ballots can sometimes get lost or delayed in the mail and...
Riverfest draws bigger crowd, despite button price increase
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Even with a higher price to get into Riverfest, people showed up in droves. Festival leaders insist the crowds for 2024 was larger than last year, even as some weren't happy about shelling out more to get in. Riverfest button prices went up by $5 for...
Buses inspected by Kansas troopers ahead of new school year
WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – It is hard to believe but school will soon be starting. On Friday, the Kansas Highway Patrol was in Wichita inspecting the buses that will be carrying children to class. The Kansas Highway Patrol inspects buses across the state and works to make sure lights, emergency exit doors, and seat belts […]
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