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Flash drought possible in the coming days across KAKEland
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE) - Our nice stretch of below average temperatures is about to quickly come to an end as the triple digits are set to return by the end of the weekend. Highs are expected to soar back into the century mark across KAKEland starting on Sunday, and they will remain there well into the start of August. This increase in heat will also bring dry weather, and both of these things could result in a flash drought across parts of the U.S.
The CBCO Asks Residents to Donate Blood as Donations Hits a Seasonal Low
With summer in full effect and many of us busy vacationing or just out of normal routines, as a result, we are donating fewer pints of blood. KRPS’s Fred Fletcher-Fierro has more. Community Blood Center of the Ozarks (CBCO), the sole supplier of blood, platelets, and plasma to patients...
Bright Futures Joplin Receives $15,000 Grant to Help Food Insecure Children
A Joplin non-profit that focuses on lifting people out of poverty announced that they had been awarded a grant to assist with food insecurity. KRPS’s Fred Fletcher-Fierro has more. Bright Futures Joplinhas been awarded a grant in the amount of $15,000 from the Jean, Mildred and Jack Lemons Charitable...
Two Arrested After Altercation in Galena Park
Two men are in custody following a Wednesday evening altercation in a southeast Kansas park. Just after 6pm on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, Galena Police and Cherokee County Sheriff's Deputies were called to Schermerhorn Park Creek in Galena after reports of a verbal exchange between a large group of individuals. Reports indicated that a suspect had assaulted park goers and their children by brandishing a weapon and then fleeing the scene.
Cold Case investigators from 3 states return to Oklahoma strip pit
CRAIG COUNTY, Okla. (KOAM) — Investigators from multiple agencies come together again at a strip pit in the southeast part of the county seeking to locate evidence regarding cold cases in different jurisdictions.
VCMN release absolute banger “FAB”
It’s no secret we’re gaga for VCMN. The R&B duo have been bringing joy to every corner of Lawrence with their lively performances and larger-than-life personalities. They’re instantly likable, and they get EVERYONE dancing. Their new single “FAB” perfectly reflects this, and we immediately started shaking our...
PSU’s Coach Anthony Talks Upcoming Season and Addition of Week Zero Game; New in 2024
The MIAA football season kicks off in just five weeks. The conference held its media day on Tuesday. KRPS’s Fred Fletcher-Fierro has more. Expectations are high for first-year Pitt State head coach Tom Anthony this upcoming season. The Gorillas were 11 and 2 last year under Brian Wright who left PSU to become the new head coach of Northern Arizona University.
Man arrested late Friday morning after swimming in Topeka’s Central Park pond
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A man was arrested after he took a swim late Friday morning in the Central Park pond in Topeka, officials said. The incident was reported around 11:01 a.m. Friday at the pond, located just east of the Central Park Community Center at 1534 S.W. Clay. Initial...
Plea deal in connection to 14th Topeka homicide in 2023
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A man suspected of committing Topeka’s 14th homicide in 2023 took a plea deal with prosecutors, dismissing six of the seven charges filed. On Friday, Christopher Lamar Brown, 36, of Topeka pleaded guilty to an amended charge of voluntary manslaughter in connection to the April 17 shooting and killing of Sherman Coleman, Jr., 33, […]
Eighteen Barton Athletic Teams Garner NJCAA Academic Honors
GREAT BEND, Kan. (BartonSports.com) – Eighteen athletic teams within Barton Community College were recognized recently by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) in announcing its 2023-24 Academic Teams of the Year achievements. Compiling a cumulative 3.24 GPA across Barton’s twenty-two athletic teams reporting to the NJCAA list, twelve...
Lake Of The Ozarks Business Owner Rick Griffin Dies At 56
SUNRISE BEACH, Mo. — An owner of Chic's N Dix HonkyTonk & Saloon unexpectedly passed away at the establishment Wednesday afternoon. Sunrise Beach police officers responded to a medical call at 3:33 p.m., July 24, and found 56-year-old Rick Griffin unconscious inside the building. Unfortunately, he died on scene. The department does not suspect foul play.
K-State Agriculture Today: 1733 – Possible Grain Market Outcomes…Heat in Kansas
00:01:05 – Grain Market Scenarios: K-State grain economist, Dan O’Brien, kicks off today’s show with this week’s grain market outlook. Dan talks through scenarios he has for a few Kansas crops as we look forward. 00:12:05 – Leaky Gut and Sudden Calf Death: The Beef Cattle...
$25 Midway Wristband sale on July 30 for the Kansas State Fair
Looking for unlimited rides during your visit to the Kansas State Fair? The Midway Wristband is the way to go. The Midway Wristband which provides unlimited rides for one person for one Wristband Day during the Kansas State Fair. While the regular price is $35 starting September 1, there is a flash sale taking place on Tuesday, July 30 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. where the wristbands will be just $25.
What are ‘anti-photo’ license plate covers? Are they legal in Kansas?
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Drivers attempting to avoid tolls and speeding cameras might get more than they bargained for after putting ‘anti-photo’ license plate covers on their vehicles. 27 News reached out to the Kansas Turnpike Authority about ‘anti-photo’ license plate covers that have been hitting the streets. According to KTA spokeswoman Rachel Bell, the KTA […]
GMFS Pick of the Litter!
Good Morning our Furry Friends! On todays Pick of the Litter, we get to meet Robbie! Robbie, is a wonderful pup who is super smart and curious! Also, be sure to check out the Joplin Humane Society for Robbie and all the other wonderful fur babies their shelter currently has! They also want to remind you that today is their Summer Vaccine Clinic from 9am to 12pm, first come first serve and no appointment needed, just make sure your dog is on a leash or in a carrier and/or your cat in a carrier. Lastly, please head to joplinhumane.org to make any donations of food and money, or to volunteer as well!
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