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One person dead following shooting in south Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - One person is dead following a shooting in south Topeka, Kan. According to the Topeka Police Department, officers responded in reference to a shooting around 12 a.m. on Saturday, July 20 in the 2900 block of SW Topeka Blvd. Upon arrival, TPD said officers located one...
USD 501 to hold auction for surplus items
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Topeka Schools USD 501 will hold an auction for various pieces of equipment including, vehicles, welding gear, trailers and more later this month. USD 501 will be holding the surplus equipment auction at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 27 at 125 SE 27th St. Some items listed in the auction include, but […]
Hutch Rec Healthy Neighborhood Initiative: Block by Block Investment Program Celebrates Success
HUTCHINSON, Kan — The Block by Block Investment Program, an initiative funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and managed by the Housing Commission in partnership with Hutch Rec, is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2024 grant cycle. This innovative program, part of Hutch Rec’s Healthy Neighborhood Initiative, has seen remarkable engagement and investment from homeowners, significantly enhancing the curb appeal and fostering a strong sense of community across Hutchinson’s neighborhoods.
Dam Jam festival ends first year at new location
GODDARD, Kan. (KWCH) - Hundreds of music lovers camped out this weekend for Dam Jam ready to hear their favorite singers. “It’d be hard to explain to someone why you wouldn’t want to come out here,” said Dam Jam attendee Caleb Clark, “it’s like twist my arm a little bit harder right?”
Galena hosts annual Food Basket Giveaway
GALENA, Kan. — It was Christmas in July today in Galena for the annual Food Basket Giveaway. Volunteers ranging from 14 to 82 years old gathered at the First Christian Church in Galena Saturday morning for a food basket giveaway. Packing a total of 120 food baskets for families,...
Smoke continues to billow from smoldering Shawnee landfill
SHAWNEE, Kan. (KCTV) - While smoke may still be seen billowing from a landfill in Shawnee, crews have been working throughout the day to extinguish the blaze. The Shawnee, Kansas, Fire Department says that just after 2:50 a.m. on Saturday, July 20, emergency crews were called to the landfill at 17955 Holliday Dr. with reports of a fire.
Second annual Father Pete O’Sullivan Golf Tournament raises funds to support Sacred Heart School Saturday
The memory and spirit of longtime Sacred Heart Catholic Church leader Father Pete O’Sullivan was celebrated with the second annual Father Pete O’Sullivan Memorial Golf Tournament Saturday. Parishioners and community members alike gathered together to take part in the fundraiser supporting Sacred Heart Catholic School. Organizers Cindy and...
Topeka ER & Hospital celebrates fourth anniversary
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A little bit of rain didn’t prevent Topeka ER & Hospital from celebrating their fourth anniversary at the Topeka Zoo Saturday morning. The first 500 guests received free admission to the zoo as a thank you for all of the support the community has given them in the past four years.
Medical emergency believed to cause Saturday accident
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — An accident at Avenue A and Adams Saturday morning sent one person to the hospital. According to Hutchinson Police Capt. Dayton Gates, a vehicle was westbound on Avenue A approaching Adams when the driver suffered what police believe to be a medical emergency. The vehicle left...
Repair Café hosts free repair event in Overland Park
Repair Café, an organization that offers repair services, is collaborating with local nonprofit Re.Use.Full Saturday morning to help people across the Kansas City metro get their household items repaired for free
Kansas City Current takes on Houston Dash at CPKC Stadium
The NWSL's Olympic break has brought a new competition to spice up the season: the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup. Kansas City Current are preparing to face the Houston Dash in a battle that promises to be intense and full of emotion. This is the kick-off of the group stage of the tournament, which brings together all 14 NWSL teams and the six best Liga MX Femenil teams, divided into five groups. In Group C, in addition to Current and Dash, are Pachuca and Tigres UANL, making this the only group with two Liga MX clubs.
Letting EA Sports College Football 25 predict the 2024 Kansas football season outcome
EA Sports’ College Football 25 might be the most anticipated sports video game in history. Fans waited for over a decade for an NCAA game to come out, and it has lived up to expectations. If you have a console and the game, the likelihood is that you’ve been...
KU freshman Rakease Passmore feels he's making a smooth transition to life at KU
When Rakease Passmore moved into McCarthy Hall at KU, it wasn't the first time he moved away from him. After his sophomore year of high school, Passmore moved to Combine Academy from his hometown of Palatka in north central Florida. The change of school saw Passmore move up to Lincolnton, North Carolina, which is just an hour outside of Charlotte.
Manhattan Mayhem Volleyball Club wins 15U National Championship
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - The 15U Mayhem Girls Volleyball team won a Junior National Championship in Las Vegas earlier this month. The Manhattan Mayhem Volleyball Club’s 15U team participated in The 14-17 Junior National Championships for the third consecutive year. This year was their first time bringing home a National Championship.
Meet the Manhattan City Manager finalists
Members of the public will have the opportunity to meet the four finalists for the position of Manhattan City Manager from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Monday, July 22 at Flint Hills Discovery Center. According to a social media announcement by the City of Manhattan during this reception, the public will have an opportunity to meet each finalist in an informal setting, ask questions, and share their feedback in writing or electronically.
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