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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 […]
Keith taking on new role at David Traylor Zoo as retirement looms, Young assumes director position
David Traylor Zoo’s longtime leader is in the process of transitioning into retirement. With the hire of new director Brenda Young announced last week and Young’s official start earlier this week, Keith says she is now the zoo’s assistant director. And the early returns on the Brenda Young era are promising.
Plan for nearly 700 new apartments in OP’s 135th Street corridor wins key approval
Nearly 700 apartments can now be built at the southeastern corner of Quivira Road and 135th Street in Overland Park. On Monday, the Overland Park City Council voted 11-1 to approve a rezoning for the apartment complex proposed by Q135 Development, LLC. The vote was enough to overcome a valid protest petition submitted by neighboring residents.
Learn about the “Wild Edibles of Milford” during KDWP’s Foraging Hike at Milford State Park
The Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks (KDWP) Education and Outreach Division will host a free “Wild Edibles of Milford” foraging hike at Milford State Park on Saturday, September 14th. Join park staff and a special guest at the Group Shelter to learn about identifying edible species during a short hike.
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers launches training facility to support growth
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers opened a training and innovation center in Wichita, Kansas, this week, the brand announced Tuesday. The 23,000-square-foot facility is intended to help the brand train its managers and franchisees to a uniform standard, and will serve as a product innovation and testing site, according to the announcement.
Pittsburg's new clinic to ease access for abortion seekers from Oklahoma, Texas
PITTSBURG, KS — A new Planned Parenthood clinic is opening in southeast Kansas, which will be the closest point for abortion access for many surrounding states, including Oklahoma. "People are thrilled to get in, and they realize it's hours and hours from home; it still may not be possible...
Roots Festival celebrating 35th anniversary
PAOLA — The Roots Festival in Paola will be celebrating its 35th anniversary this year as musicians and barbecue enthusiasts gather on and around Park Square. The festival will take place Friday, Aug. 23, and Saturday, Aug. 24.
Latvian national extradited in Russian export scheme with Kansas men
According to court documents, Oleg Christyakov, of Latvia, conspired to facilitate the repair, shipment and sale of U.S. avionics equipment with two Kansas men, Cyril Gregory Buyanovsky, 61, and Douglas Edward Robertson, 56
Topeka woman sentenced 15 years for Chanute killing
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Topeka woman will spend 15 years in prison for the killing of a man in Chanute, Kansas. According to Neosho-Chanute District Court records, Nicole Fox was sentenced 180 months for the 2022 shooting of Blake Pearson, 34, also of Topeka. Fox pleaded guilty this June to voluntary manslaughter and multiple counts of criminal possession of a weapon by a felon.
KDOT hosts a job fair in Dodge City Aug. 29
The Kansas Department of Transportation will host a job fair geared toward Equipment Operator and Engineering Technician positions in southwest Kansas from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 29, at the KDOT subarea located at 11310 E Wyatt Earp Blvd in Dodge City.
City of Topeka gives pothole update for Topeka
TOPEKA (KSNT) – On Monday, the City of Topeka gave an update on the work being done to fill potholes around the Capital City. The city said it has four pothole patching crews out daily. Last week city crews filled 285 potholes. So far this year, the city has filled 37,165 potholes. Infrastructure Communications Specialist […]
🏀 Former FHSU player named to K-State women's staff
MANHATTAN, Kan. - K-State women’s basketball head coach Jeff Mittie has added to his support staff for the 2024-25 season, as he has selected Madison Pahls as the Director of Women’s Basketball Administration. Pahls replaces Kacie Jones in the role, as Jones accepted an assistant coach position at South Dakota State this summer.
Attendance down for Great Bend’s Party in the Park
The summer festivals in Great Bend have come and gone with June Jaunt and this month’s Party in the Park. Great Bend Community Coordinator Christina Hayes and her staff are now preparing for next month’s Great Bend Airfest. Hayes reported to the city council Monday that rain and...
Update to city burn ordinance passed
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — There was an update to the city's burn ordinance passed by the Hutchinson City Council on Tuesday. The update is below. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 25-102 LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2018 EDITION OF ARTICLE I FIRE PROTECTION OF CHAPTER 25 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF HUTCHINSON, KANSAS PERTAINING TO OPEN BURNING, RECREATIONAL FIRES, AND PORTABLE OUTDOOR FIREPLACES.
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