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Sasha Islam seeks to unseat Senate President Ty Masterson in November
Kansas Senate President Ty Masterson is running for a fifth term representing his district. Wichita resident Sasha Islam is hoping to unseat him. Republicans have won this seat in the past five elections. Election Day is Nov. 5. Oct. 15 is the last day to register to vote. Early voting starts Oct. 16. You can […] The post Sasha Islam seeks to unseat Senate President Ty Masterson in November appeared first on The Beacon.
KDHE reminds Kansans to be aware as respiratory virus season approaches
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) would like to remind Kansans as we approach the respiratory virus season to remain aware of symptoms, preventative measures and when to seek medical treatment. Every year, respiratory viruses such as influenza (flu), COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), and pneumococcal disease cause...
Service loss reported in Kansas motor vehicle systems
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kansans who have business with the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) Monday may have to put their plans on hold due to an unexpected loss in services. The Johnson County government is reporting on social media that its motor vehicle system, managed by the KDOR, is experiencing problems on Oct. 7. This […]
Kansas Bar Association grades judges ahead of retention vote
TOPEKA — The seven Kansas judges up for retention have been scored by attorneys with the Kansas Bar Association for retention recommendations. The average was an 86% recommendation for retention, with the highest score of 94% to judge Sarah E. Warner. Warner was appointed be a Court of Appeals judge in 2019 and served as president of the KBA from 2018 to 2019. The lowest-scoring judge was judge G. Gordon Atcheson, with a 74%. Atcheson was appointed in 2010.
KDOT announces approved September bids
The Kansas Department of Transportation announces approved bids for state highway construction and maintenance projects. The letting took place Sept. 18, 2024, in Topeka. Some of the bids may include multiple projects that have been bundled based on proximity and type of work. Statewide ‑ 106 KA‑7454‑01 ‑ Statewide, Continuously...
Kansas Task Force 1 ease fear and anxiety for mother, texting: “her son was ok”
PIGSAH NATIONAL FOREST, N.C. (KOAM) — Kansas Task Force 1 (KSTF-1) joined forces with a National Guard unit while performing search and rescue (SAR) efforts in the rugged, hilly country of North Carolina.
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