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KBI Investigates Missing City Clerk in Central Kansas
The Kansas Bureau of Investigation is looking for a missing City Clerk from central Kansas. Jonathan Clayton, who has served as the Interim City Clerk for the city of Peabody since June, went missing on August 3rd. Now it seems that Clayton has been linked to missing Covid funds and money meant for the Community Foundation for the City of Mullinville in western Kansas.
At Pfizer's once-troubled plant, AMAG loses insurance claim tied to manufacturing snafu
Following several years of legal back-and-forth, AMAG Pharmaceuticals has lost its bid to claim insurance coverage for a manufacturing snafu that took place at a Pfizer facility back in 2017. Late last week, a district judge in Massachusetts sided with AMAG’s insurer, American Guarantee and Liability Insurance Company (AGLIC), denying...
Blue Angels, aerial performances and more at McConnell air show
The U.S. Navy's Blue Angels will take flight over Wichita as the headliners of the Frontiers in Flight Air Show this weekend at McConnell Air Force Base. The popular air show returns after a two-year break and, along with the Blue Angels, will feature the aerial demonstration show Tora Tora Tora — which reenacts the attack on Pearl Harbor more than 80 years ago.
Barton Co. residents voice concern over transmission corridor in public meeting
On May 8, the Department of Energy (DOE) released a preliminary list of 10 potential National Interest Electric Transmission Corridors (NIETCs). Three months later, the topic has gained steam as landowners who may be impacted begin to question officials about the corridor. Last Thursday, several hundred people attended an information meeting in Larned. Tuesday night, more than 200 people attended a similar meeting at the Great Bend Events Center. Katie Sawyer, state director for Sen. Dr. Roger Marshall, said it's important to know the difference between the existing Grain Belt Express project and the proposed corridor.
JJ’s That’s Trending: Night 3 of the DNC, Chick Fil TV, Say Hello To “Sneex” and More
1. Night #3 of the DNC saw Tim Walz officially accept the Democratic party nomination for Vice President and included a surprise visit and speech from Oprah Winfrey. Tonight, Kamala Harris will officially accept the nomination for President. 2. Wichita Animal Action League just received a significant boost to their...
PREVIEW: Hayden plans to take advantage of seasoned roster to avenge last season’s championship loss
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - After last year’s heartbreaking ending, it is safe to say the Wildcats are hungry for redemption. Following the high of an undefeated season, Hayden football fell short of the 3A title in the championship game against Cheney. That loss is now a key motivator for the returners.
KCPD IDs pedestrian killed when struck after car flipped in violent crash
KANSAS CITY—Law enforcement investigating a fatal weekend accident involving a bicyclist have identified the victim as 44-year-old Shaunta Rodgers, according to KCPD Officer Alayna Gonzalez. Just before 1a.m. Sunday, a Honda Civic was northbound on Van Brunt Boulevard and stopped at the red traffic control signal at Truman Road,...
Smoothie King prepping to join a busy beverage filled Maize Road
Many people have seen a new building going up in northwest Wichita in front of Lowe’s near 29th and Maize. Well, the red exterior color is going up which means one thing, Smoothie King. That’s right, the newest spot entering a busy Maize Road is another option for beverages....
🎥Saline County residents voice concerns over rising property taxes at revenue neutral rate hearing; commissioners approve 2025 budget
The Saline County Board of Commissioners held a Revenue Neutral Rate Public Hearing on August 20, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the City-County Building. The meeting was presided over by Board Chairman Joe Hay Jr. with commissioners Robert Vidricksen II, Monte Shadwick, Roger Sparks, and James Weese present. Click the...
100 Mile Sale Permits Available at Independence Chamber
The 17th Annual KAN-OKLA 100 Mile Highway Sale is almost here and for those who want to have a sale placed on the map, time is running out. Wilson adds that Independence residents have until this Friday to pick up their free sale permit at the Chamber Offices at 616 North Penn.
Olathe OKs 250-acre project that includes housing and industrial sides
A project bringing a mix of hundreds of single-family homes, townhomes and apartments, as well as more than a dozen industrial buildings, in southern Olathe is moving ahead. The Olathe City Council on Tuesday voted 7-0 to approve a rezoning and preliminary site development plan for the roughly 250-acre development, dubbed Project 169, near U.S. Highway 169 and 167th Street.
Michelin layoffs will impact Emporia plant
EMPORIA (KSNT) – Workers at the Michelin plant in Emporia will experience layoffs in the near future, according to local reporting. The Emporia Gazette released an article Wednesday, Aug. 21 citing a statement from a Michelin representative of a series of expected layoffs which will impact the local plant. 27 News was provided the following […]
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