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Damage reports come in from Lawrence, Bonner Springs after tornado hits NE Kansas
After a tornado ripped through northeastern Kansas Tuesday evening, at least a dozen people were reported injured in Douglas County, several homes were damaged and more than 13,000 were without power. In Lawrence police reported large trees down, along with…
Damaging tornado passes through Douglas County, destroying homes, trees, power lines; at least a dozen people injured
A large tornado touched down in Douglas County shortly after 6 p.m. Tuesday, destroying multiple homes, trees and power lines, and injuring at least a dozen people. The majority of damage to structures appears to have occurred outside the Lawrence…
Leawood to widen scenic stretch of Lee Boulevard to accommodate cyclists
A scenic stretch of Lee Boulevard in north Leawood, known for its popularity among cyclists, is getting bicycle lanes and some related road improvements this summer. The city plans to widen the roadway on Lee Boulevard between 93rd and 103rd…
Bond Yields Fall Near Multiyear Lows
Investors around the world pushed government bond yields near multiyear lows Tuesday, reflecting growing concern that global economic growth is slowing. Bond yields, which fall as prices rise, have slid in recent weeks in response to a host of factors,…
Tuttle Creek Lake expected to begin small water releases as level approaches all-time high
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers plans to start small releases of water from the outlet works over the next three days. During a press conference on Tuesday, Tuttle Creek Operations Manager Brian McNulty said the releases will range from…
Crawford County aims to retain more local control of Highway 69 sewer work
Jim Zibert of Earle’s Engineering & Inspection Inc. spoke at Friday’s Crawford County Commission meeting about work his firm has been doing to assist in planning a sewer line relocation in Franklin the county is responsible for handling as part…
Reno County commissioners extend emergency declaration because of flooding
Reno County commissioners agreed Tuesday to extend the emergency declaration for another week because of the continued flooding and the potential for more rain this week. Emergency Management Director Adam Weishaar wants to remind residents, children and adults alike, that…
Johnson County signs use flashing lights to warn of flooding. But they aren’t working
In Mission Hills, a sign along a road with a light at the top is meant to warn drivers to stop and turn around. If the light is flashing, the sign is meant to say, it is because the road…
Saline County approves contract to share Planning Director with Dickinson County
The Saline County Commission approved a joint contract with Dickinson County Tuesday morning to share the labor and expertise of Tim Hamilton, who will serve as planning and zoning director for both counties. Dickinson County had already approved the joint…
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