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WEATHER: Storm chances decreased, risk outlook eliminated for July 4
Chances of overall thunderstorm activity and severe weather have declined as the holiday has progressed. Early Thursday, there was a moderate chance of storms and a marginal severe weather risk for wind. As of early afternoon, the overall risk had been reduced to slight, with isolated to widely scattered heavy rainfall possible. As was the case in the early-morning hours, the projected time for rainfall remains 4-8 pm.
Olathe Parks & Rec's Beach Fest canceled due to overnight storms
OLATHE, Kan. (KCTV) - The city of Olathe posted to their social media platforms that Beach Festival has been canceled after late night storms hit the area. Beach conditions were too severe for Olathe Parks & Rec to continue on with planned beach activities. The post continues on to say...
Lucky Miner Antiques Hosts Official Ribbon Cutting
On Thursday, June 27th, the Lucky Miner Antiques hosted a ribbon cutting officially opening the store for customers. Take step back in time at Lucky Miner Antiques! Where every item has a story to tell and every corner holds a hidden gem. Located at 413 S. Main Street (Route 66),...
Lebo gearing up for Red, White, Blue and Bulls event Thursday
If bullfighting is your thing, Lebo is your place for the Red, White, Blue and Bulls event Thursday night. Organizer and promoter Dakota Knight says the freestyle bullfight is at 7 pm at 671 24th Road in Lebo. Knight says there is no harm to the bulls involved, unlike in...
đź“· Throwback Thursday: Stevens Swimming Ponds - Vol. 77
Hutch Post, in partnership with Steve Harmon and the Conard-Harmon Collection, is proud to present Throwback Thursday. Enjoy a weekly release from Steve Harmon as he presents the "Hutch - Then & Now Collection." STEVE HARMON. Hutch Post Contributor. Today's "Throwback Thursday Collection" takes us to the corner of North...
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.
Leawood anniversary sculpture installed near I-435 and State Line
William Nemitoff is exhausted. His art may be what pays the bills, but the journey to get his creations to where they need to go is where the real work begins. Will, as he prefers to be called, is back at home in New Orleans. He’s road weary from a series of drives between Louisiana and Kansas City.
Barbers to put skills to test at Lawrence showcase; registration, tickets available
Barbers from Kansas and surrounding states will soon rev up their clippers for a battle of their skills, and the Lawrence community is invited to bear witness. Jermaine “Gametime” Jackson, a longtime Lawrence barber who primarily cuts hair at Watson’s Barbershop, and his colleagues are organizing the second installment of the Cuttin’ Up Barber Showcase. Hosted in Lawrence, the event is designed to bring barbers from all walks of life together in celebration of their craft.
Goessel grad wrote book about great-grandfather
Braylyn Hoopes, who recently graduated from Goessel High School has accomplished more than many her age have. In addition to playing sports, participating in various activities, being a student and all that comes with it during her high school years, Hoopes wrote a book about her great-grandfather, her dad’s grandfather.
Kansas nearing finalized plan for student transportation to football games in 2024
Kansas Athletics is working on a plan to ensure KU students have access to transportation to home football games this fall. With David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium under construction, the Jayhawks are set to play their home games off campus in 2024. KU will play a pair of non-conference games at Children's Mercy Park (the home of Sporting Kansas City) and its four conference games at Arrowhead Stadium (the home of the Kansas City Chiefs).
Business Showcase returning for Great Bend area teachers
The Great Bend Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with USD 428, will host the 9th Annual Great Bend Business Showcase. This teacher appreciation event will take place Thursday, Aug. 8 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. in the Panther Activity Center (PAC) at Great Bend High School and will be open to 700+ educators and staff.
City of Hutchinson takes first step in condemning, tearing down vacant hotel
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KAKE) - A vacant Hutchinson hotel that many residents see as an eyesore is now at the center of attention of the city council. "It is the recommendation of staff that we declare the building unsafe and dangerous," said Hutchinson City Manager Enrico Villegas. Tuesday, the Hutchinson City...
City of Emporia Fireworks Display – July 4th
The City of Emporia’s Fourth of July fireworks are scheduled for Thursday, July 4, 2024. The display will be best viewed from the Emporia State University practice fields on the north end of campus and inside Welch Stadium. The soccer pitch on the north end of campus will be closed to the public.
Agenda for the U234 Board of Education for July 8
July 8, 2024 – 5:30 P.M. 1.0 Call Meeting to Order David Stewart, President. 3.0 Approval of the Official Agenda (Action Item) 4.0 Reorganization of New Board (Action) 5.0 Approval of the Consent Agenda (Action Item) 5.1 Board Minutes. 06/03/24 Minutes. 06/10/24 Board Minutes. 5.2 Financials – Cash Flow...
Kansas basketball assistant thinks former Jayhawks star fits in with his new NBA team
The Kansas basketball program had two players taken in the second round of the NBA Draft. Johnny Furphy and Kevin McCullar will have some work to do to climb up the depth chart on their respective teams, but the former Jayhawks can make a strong first impression when the NBA Summer League begins next week.
Saddle up for Jackson Co. Rodeo's 14th annual run
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Jackson County Rodeo returns to the Holton area this July. It’s the 14th year for the event. Deb Dillner and Melvin Bailey with the Jackson Co. Fair Assoc. visited Eye on NE Kansas to share the details. The rodeo starts at 7:30 p.m. July...
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