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Love, Kansas initiative has Hutch as pilot community
HUTCHINSON, Kan. — The Kansas Department of Commerce launched an initiative called Love, Kansas at an event in Manhattan on Monday. "It really came out of the recognition that our department of commerce had done some work to see, I think 79 of the 105 counties in Kansas have lost population since 2020," said Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce CEO Debra Teufel. "That's just a downward trend that we have to battle every day as we're losing population. How do we get then people to go into jobs? Really at the grassroots level, ask people who live here, who have graduated from here to reach out to their past classmates that maybe have moved away from Kansas and invite them to come back and tell them the good things happening here and why they might want to consider moving back to Kansas. That really is a grassroots effort, but they have asked several pilot communities across the state to be a part of it."
Coleman Hawkins: From Illinois to NBA Dreams
An in-depth look at Coleman Hawkins' journey from Illinois to Kansas State, detailing his player profile, health status, NBA aspirations, and commitment to personal growth and success. First player in Illinois history to achieve 900 points, 500 rebounds, 200 assists, 100 steals, and 100 blocks in a career. Averaged 12.1...
Topeka Housing Authority highlights challenges and goals before the city council
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Ahead of the city council’s agenda, Topeka Housing Authority’s president and CEO Trey George presented their annual report, breaking down the details from the past year and sharing their goals for the future. THA is a quasi-governmental entity, so while they are not controlled...
City council approves more than $340,000 to fix Oakland neighborhood sidewalks
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A much-needed project is coming to the Oakland Community. The governing body voted Tuesday, July 2, at city council, to spend over $340,000 to add and improve sidewalks within the district. Nine different streets and 20 different blocks are slated for the project, and it will start sometime late summer to early […]
ESU football player suspended after alleged burglary arrest
TOPEKA (KSNT) – An Emporia State University football player is suspended indefinitely after being arrested in relation to an alleged Emporia apartment burglary while a family was inside. 19-year-old Michael Hourel, a linebacker with ESU, joined the hornets as part of the Jan. 2024 recruiting class. A spokesman with Emporia State Athletics told 27 News […]
‘This is like one of my worst fears’: Derby farm damaged by powerful storm
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - Storms packing punches of up to 70 mph winds and heavy rainfall wreaked havoc in several areas across Kansas, especially in the Wichita area. Among the hardest hit areas Tuesday night was south of Wichita at Twin Creek Trails in Derby. “This is like one of...
Lawrence man sentenced for 2023 aggravated battery conviction
Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez announced today that a Lawrence man was sentenced to 21 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections for his involvement in a 2023 aggravated battery charge.
Freedom Fest kicks off in Junction City over the holiday weekend
JUNCTION CITY, Kan. (WIBW) - If you’re looking for some fun 4th of July activities Junction City is hosting its Freedom Fest again this year. Activities kick off in Heritage Park with food trucks, local vendors, a carnival, and live music. Tomorrow they will start with a freedom run then go into the parade followed by a veterans ceremony, helicopter rides, a dog show, and ending the night with a firework show. This event will attract many from all over.
WWll airman’s remains identified, to be buried at Ft. Leavenworth
Second Lieutenant John E. McLauchlen Jr. of Detroit was killed in action in 1943 during the Second World War. The Army airman was a member of the 436th Bombardment Squadron, 7th Bombardment Group. Over 80 years later, his remains have been identified and accounted for.
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.
Lenexa roadway reopened after medical issue causes serious collision
LENEXA, Kan. (KCTV) - Police believe a medical issue led to a serious collision in Lenexa that closed a busy road and sent an elderly woman to the hospital. The Lenexa Police Department says that around 2 p.m. emergency crews were called to the 8100 block of Pflumm Rd., near Post Oak Trail, with reports of a single-vehicle collision.
Crews cover hateful message in Shawnee Mission Park revealed by heavy rain
SHAWNEE, Kan. (KCTV) - Heavy rains in the Kansas City metro revealed a hateful message against democrats at Shawnee Mission Park before crews could cover it up. Johnson County Parks and Recreation tells KCTV5 that heavy rain on Tuesday night revealed an old but hateful message that crews attempted to cover several years ago.
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