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Day 11, Kansas Wheat Harvest Report
This is day 11 of the Kansas Wheat Harvest Reports, brought to you by the Kansas Wheat Commission, Kansas Association of Wheat Growers, Kansas Grain and Feed Association and the Kansas Cooperative Council. Summer rains that leave behind humid air are keeping farmers out of the fields until late in...
Can you put political campaign signs by the road in Kansas? Here are state and local rules
With election season heating up, you may have noticed political campaign signs going up along roads. With the Aug. 6 primary election is a little more than a month away, here's what to know about political campaign sign rules. ...
Governor Kelly announces $8.6 Million awarded to cost share program projects
EDWARDSVILLE – Governor Laura Kelly and Transportation Secretary Calvin Reed today announced that $8.6 million will be awarded to 14 transportation construction projects through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s Cost Share Program for spring 2024. “These new Cost Share projects will repair and modernize transportation infrastructure in communities...
One dead in rural Kansas helicopter crash
SEDGWICK COUNTY —One person is dead following a helicopter crash on Friday in a rural area of northwest Sedgwick County. Just after 8 a.m. first responders were dispatched to the crash in the 5700 block of North 255th Street West, according to a supervisor with Sedgwick County Sheriff's office 911. EMS did not transport anyone else for treatment, according to the supervisor.
Experts: U.S. hospitals prone to cyberattacks like one that hurt patient care at Ascension in Wichita
Cyberattacks on health care systems don’t just cost money. They can make it harder for clinicians to keep their patients safe. In the wake of a debilitating cyberattack against one of the nation’s largest health care systems, Marvin Ruckle, a nurse at an Ascension hospital in Wichita, said he had a frightening experience: He nearly gave a baby “the wrong dose of narcotic” because of confusing paperwork.
Fairy "Tails" Family Night at the Hutchinson Zoo July 12
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — Back for its third year, it's Fairy "Tails" Family Night at the Hutchinson Zoo! Once upon a time, in a Zoo not so far away, there was an enchanting evening for all the princes, princesses, knights, maidens, and subjects in the royal kingdom. The night will...
Overland Park plans to remake downtown farmers market with a $34 million renovation
Overland Park is moving forward with a plan to build a new downtown farmers’ market pavilion and make significant changes to the site just off Clock Tower Plaza. In a 6-3 vote Monday night, the Overland Park City Council approved an updated plan to develop a new public market area between Overland Park Drive and Marty Street centered around an indoor pavilion.
Helping Hand: Lasagna Love serves love, kindness
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A Wichita group is serving up a delicious dish to families in need of extra love and kindness, earing Lasagna Love a Helping Hand from12 News and DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers. “Every week I can push buttons on my computer and I’m feeing people,” said Micala...
Doughnut shop needs different fly traps, confectioner needs deep clean after inspection
A local doughnut shop will have to buy a different style of fly trap after an inspection last week. A local candy maker will need to do some deep cleaning before its next routine inspection as well. Ellianna's Donut Shop, 1105 Grindstone Parkway, Suite 101, was using ribbon-style adhesive fly...
Andover teacher dies after multiple battles with cancer
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A beloved teacher and coach at Andover Central High School passed away on Friday. Rita Frakes taught for 41 years in total, 19 of which were spent in the halls and softball field of Andover Central High School. She bravely battled cancer during the last several...
📸 Play Day in the Park — A local Fourth of July tradition
With the mild 80-degree temperatures, hundreds of Salina residents and visitors attended the Play Day in the Park to celebrate the Fourth of July. The City of Salina Parks and Recreation organized the event at Oakdale Park, serving hotdogs and chips while providing entertainment such as a bubble station, foam pit and sidewalk chalk.
Lake Shawnee hosts blues festival for Independence Day
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Lake Shawnee hosted Topeka’s largest 4th of July celebration. The 14th annual Spirit of Kansas Blues Festival featured five different bands throughout Independence Day. Blue Adame is a big blues fan, and never passes up an opportunity to enjoy it. “It’s a wonderful festival right here, right in your backyard,” he said. […]
Kan. shoplifter involved in fatal crash is going to prison
JOHNSON COUNTY —A woman involved in a deadly crash during a police chase is going to prison. Last week, Shyanne Canady, 23, was sentenced to 10-years in prison, according to the Johnson County District Attorney's office. In May she pleaded guilty to aggravated battery and second-degree murder, according to...
Firework stands torn down for the season
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Firework stands have been taken down in post-holiday cleanups. Topeka law states that fireworks are only to be sold between June 29 and July 4. With the holiday over, local stands have began their teardowns. Even with all kinds of weather over the past week, firework stands were successful.
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