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Family retreats to basement with fleeing suspect on roof
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A homeowner called 12 News on Thursday morning because a man was on his roof and refused to leave. The man was advised by police to go to his basement while police attempted to talk the man down. The standoff began at around 3 a.m. as...
Hays Lions: Community misunderstood, withdraws request for name change at Rupp Park
Hays Lions continues to celebrate 100 years of service in community. The Hays Lion Club has withdrawn a request to add its name to Daniel G. Rupp Park, 33rd and Skyline, after members say a misunderstanding sparked public outcry. Priscilla Hunt, a longtime Lions member and former president, proposed adding...
Central Kansas Free Fair, July 27-Aug. 4, celebrates 100 years in Abilene
This summer, something truly magical is happening in Abilene, Kansas – the Central Kansas Free Fair is celebrating its 100th anniversary. This iconic event is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience the heart and soul of the Midwest; with a rich history dating back a century, the fair promises to be bigger, better, and more unforgettable than ever.
Former reporter settles with police chief who led raid on Kansas newspaper, plans scholarship
LAWRENCE — Deb Gruver felt heartbroken and violated when police raided the Marion County Record last year. As a reporter at the newspaper, Gruver knew that powerful people in town weren’t fans of the accountability journalism she and her colleagues produced. But when police rolled up to the office on Aug. 11, 2023, she didn’t […] The post Former reporter settles with police chief who led raid on Kansas newspaper, plans scholarship appeared first on Kansas Reflector.
Small steps can make big difference for heart health
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Cardioloigst Dr. Craig Gernon of Topeka’s Cotton O’Neil Heart Center is so passionate about his message, his staff had it immortalized on t-shirt. “That’s a phrase I like to tell people: Motion is medicine!” Dr. Gernon said as he held the shirt aloft. “It’s not expensive and just doing it is key.”
Hutchinson program focused on curb appeal, bringing neighbors together
HUTCHINSON, Kan. (KWCH) - A project in Hutchinson is helping people to make their homes look better. The grant program focused on curb appeal also aims to bring neighbors together. Zachary and Schandelle Wolfe are among the residents using the program, adding improvements including stone pathways and flowers to their...
Nemaha Co. Fair includes concert, parade, rodeo - and lots of 4-H projects
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - The Nemaha Co. Fair opens five days of fun next week with the theme Summer Nights, Arena Lights. 4-H ambassadors Addie Haverkamp, Kinzey Niehues and Mason Stallbaumer visited Eye on NE Kansas to share what their fair is all about. All three are long-time 4-H members...
Topeka kids learn how to be a karate master
TOPEKA (KSNT) – Kids at the Topeka Public Library got a chance to learn some new karate moves. Moore’s Martial Arts school were at the Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library and showed off what some of their students had been learning. Ronnie Moore, the master at Moore’s Martial Arts Academy, told 27 News martial […]
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