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ABILENE TO KICK OFF AMERICA’S 250TH WITH NEW MURAL
While communities nationwide are brainstorming ideas to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, Abilene is kicking off the effort by creating Kansas’ first America 250 mural. The Abilene Celebrates America 250 Mural Project aims to honor America’s founding and military history while fostering civic pride. Located...
Beatty Family Adds Substantial Gift for Gateway District to Legacy of KU Support
LAWRENCE, Kan. — The Beatty family has been linked with the University of Kansas and KU Athletics for seven generations and 130 years — almost as long as KU has had a football program. Obtaining a KU education and cheering on KU Athletics teams are family traditions — as are a passion for serving others and giving back.
Geary County Booking Photos July 25
Recent Booking Activity for the Geary County Detention Center. All persons included in this post are innocent of crimes until proven guilty in a court of law. Bonds have been posted. Photos are unavailable. Joshua Cotner, Failure to appear, arrested 07/24. Roseanna Bullard, Possession of drug paraphernalia, Possession of marijuana,...
City matches state law in hours of offering CMB sales
It was another quick night for the Liberal City Commission during its most recent meeting Tuesday evening. The first of the two items of new business for the commission was discussion of Ordinance 4618 concerning modifying the hours of cereal malt beverage sales on Sundays. The ordinance amends Chapter 3, Article 1, Section 3-113 of the City of Liberal Code Book to modify the hours of sale for cereal malt beverages (CMBs) on Sundays.
KC comedian starts new endeavor with Johnson County food truck
Jake Triplett has made a career out of making people happy for the past several years. Between touring as a standup comedian, podcasting and creating YouTube content, he’s used to giving people a laugh. With his newest business endeavor, he’s hoping to make people smile, albeit in a different way — by handing them a fruity treat.
Video: Boswell Media celebrates National Carousel Day
The staff of Boswell Media celebrated National Carousel Day Thursday by taking a ride on the Kosciusko carousel. The carousel is located in the former Ivey National building located on the south side of the square. It was built in Leavenworth, KS in 1978 by the Theel Manufacturing Company. It...
Jayhawk Duo Named Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars
LAWRENCE, Kan. – Kansas junior Will King and recent KU graduate Davis Cooper represented the KU men's golf program as they were selected as 2023-24 Cobalt Golf All-America Scholars, the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) announced Thursday. "I'm really proud of these two guys," Kansas head coach Jamie...
Kansas Man Charged 7 Years After Fatally Shooting Teen Refugee: Key Breakthroughs and Family’s Response
Kansas Man Charged with Murder in 7-Year-Old Cold Case of Teen Refugee. Breakthrough in Kansas: Man Charged for 2017 Fatal Shooting of Teen Refugee. Seven years after the tragic killing of 15-year-old December Htoo a Kansas man has been charged with murder bringing a significant breakthrough in a cold case that had long troubled the community, according to the published article of TRUE CRIME NEWS. Luis Samano now 24 faces charges of felony murder and attempted aggravated robbery for the fatal shooting that occurred at the Maple Hill Laundromat in Kansas City. At the time of the incident on November 18, 2017 Htoo a sophomore at JC Harmon High School and a refugee from Myanmar was closing up the laundromat where he worked. Despite the absence of witnesses and surveillance footage the Kansas City Police Department announced the pivotal development on July 18 crediting persistent investigative efforts for the progress. The case took a turn in 2021 when officers from the Lenexa Police Department recovered a firearm that matched the shell casings found at the crime scene. Investigators traced the gun back to its owner who implicated Samano in the shooting.
Kansas heat will hang around, but rain stays away
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Drought continues to grip much of Kansas this summer despite seeing some beneficial rain earlier this month. As we move into August, we may start to see a worsening trend across the state. The heat dome out west is expected to park on top of Kansas...
Wichita businesses offer guidance on saving money when back-to-school shopping
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Back-to-school shopping can be difficult for families with financial struggles. “A lot of families do struggle at this time because (they’re) trying to figure out how to get the school supplies,” Kid to Kid assistant manager Sherry Loghry said. With classes just around the...
Colorado wins AGAIN thanks to Schwartz heroics
Another day in the paradise of Wichita, Kansas has yielded another dramatic win for the Colorado basketball alumni team. After playing and defeating two straight Sunflower State teams, they played the final boss of KU alumni basketball teams, Mass Street. Giant killer Frank Mason was suiting up for Mass Street, as were program legends like Thomas Robinson and the Lawson twins. Team Colorado, a mainstay of the Tournament, had precious little size and didn’t have a guard that could stay in front of Mason.
Man killed in officer-involved shooting in Salina, neighbors shocked, saddened
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Update: The KBI identified the person killed as 25-year-old Jesse D. Wray of Salina. The KBI said that when Salina police officers arrived, they spoke with the homeowner, who reported that 44-year-old Larry J. Wray of Salina was in the detached garage adjacent to the home. Officers entered the garage and arrested Larry Wray for an outstanding warrant.
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