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Deep sea explorers say they found Amelia Earhart’s plane
ATCHISON, Kan. — It’s one of the greatest unsolved mysteries ever, but we might now be on the verge of discovering what happened to Amelia Earhart’s plane. Earhart was born and raised in Atchison, Kansas, and her love for planes and flying drove her to break barriers for female pilots.
Northwest Missouri State University study finds gaps in pediatric mental health resources
Northwest Missouri State University researchers, in partnership with Mosaic Life Care, recently completed an assessment of pediatric mental health resources in area counties that found gaps exist in resource availability and other barriers preventing access to mental health care for children. “Northwest is a strong supporter of the community and...
‘Exciting and amazing’ opportunity for Holton business
HOLTON (KSNT) – A local business is set to be featured on the silver screen. “More Than Lemons” in Holton received the opportunity to showcase their blown glass artwork and skills in numerous scenes on the upcoming independent family-centric comedy film “25 Miles to Normal.” The indie film is being shot across the state line […]
Susan’s Kids earns Helping Hand for work with foster children
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The community stepped up to provide special gifts for local children looking for a forever home, and KWCH and DeVaughn James Injury Lawyers gave them a Helping Hand. “Kids move from home to home, foster kids, over 7,000, with all their belongings in a plastic trash...
Numbers down, Great Bend considering ending June Jaunt
When last year’s attendance numbers were down for Great Bend’s June Jaunt festival, the rain and storms had an impact on the outdoor event at Jack Kilby Square. When numbers were again down this year with good weather forecasts, city officials began reconsidering the efforts to host the festival.
Missouri woman arrested on suspected drug distribution in Osage County
A Missouri woman was arrested on suspected drug distribution charges in Osage County on Monday. Sheriff Chris Wells says the arrest of 37-year-old Kyra Merriman of Kansas City developed after an alleged traffic infraction. An Osage County K-9 unit stopped Merriman at US Highway 75 and 189th Road, about five miles north of Lyndon, and allegedly found illegal narcotics.
One-day event for free school sports physicals in Great Bend
The University of Kansas Health System, in collaboration with USD 428, will offer free school sports physicals for the 2024-2025 school year for area middle and high school students. Free sports physicals for middle and high school students will be provided at a single event on a walk-in basis only.
🏐 Mansfield appoints Dunson as Assistant Coach
MANHATTAN, Kan. — Former Stanford volleyball standout Gabi Dunson has been named an assistant coach for the 2024 season, second-year head coach Jason Mansfield announced Monday. "I had the privilege of coaching Gabi for four years at Stanford, and I haven't coached many athletes that were as focused, competitive...
Chaos Coffee is bringing frappes, lattes and more to Topeka-area food truck scene
MERIDEN — When chaos comes around, this coffee truck will be there to calm the moment. Chaos Coffee, owned by Dany Guzman, began offering its services to customers six weeks ago, and since then business has been steady rolling. Guzman said the idea of beginning a truck had long been an idea, but it...
A Democratic face-off in Kansas City, Kansas
20-year-old Ephren Taylor III is running in the Democratic primary for the Kansas Senate's 4th District, challenging longtime incumbent state Sen. David Haley. In a KCUR debate, the two candidates clashed on taxes and whether the state should bring over the Chiefs. Steve Kraske spoke with the candidates about the...
Atrium Owner Directed to Repair or Demolish Salina Property
SALINA, Kan. — The owner of Hutchinson’s Atrium Hotel and Conference Center has been ordered to repair or demolish a closed hotel property in Salina. Following a public hearing, Salina City Commissioners Monday adopted a resolution declaring the former Ambassador Hotel on West Crawford dangerous and unsafe. Sean...
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