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Lenexa expands property tax rebate program to include more homeowners
The city of Lenexa is expanding its property tax rebate program after launching it last year as a pilot. Last last week, the city announced it was now accepting applications for the second year of the program, which offers homeowners…
New Mural Announced for Common Ground Building in Downtown Clay Center
A new public art project by A Mural Movement is planned for the north wall of the Common Ground building (709 5th St.) in downtown Clay Center. Beginning in September, artist Moses Park will transform nearly 900 sq. feet of…
‘It’s going to change us forever’: Resilient Grinnell rebuilds with grit after tornado
On May 18, an EF-3 tornado swept into the small town of just over 240 people around 6:30 p.m., leveling a west-side neighborhood with more than 28 houses and outbuildings. The elementary school and a city-owned golf course were damaged,…
Urban legend says the ‘Tonganoxie Split’ protects Kansas City from tornadoes. Is it real?
Rita Bennett remembers the day a twister ripped through Topeka, Kansas, like it was yesterday. The 1966 Topeka tornado killed 17 people, injured more than 500 people and caused $2.3 billion in damage, adjusted for 2023 inflation, making it one…
Water Wars soak the streets in Humbolt
It’s not your average parade — it’s a splash-filled showdown. The annual “Water Wars” parade in Humboldt lived up to its name once again, turning the town’s streets into a giant water fight between floats and spectators. Read more: www.koamnewsnow.com…
A softer approach: Emporia Police redesign how they talk to victims
The Emporia Police Department has transformed an unused space at its station into a new "soft interview room"— a quiet, trauma-informed space designed to make crime victims and witnesses feel safe, supported, and heard. “Having to come to the police…
New tech helps WPD zero in on gunfire in seconds
Wichita Police say new technology is helping them reach shooting scenes quicker — and it’s already making a difference. The Raven gunshot detection system uses sensors to pinpoint the location of gunfire. Deputy Chief of Investigations Paul Duff said it…
Scholarship established in name of slain Kansas deputy
A memorial scholarship has been established in honor of a Kansas sheriff's deputy who died in the line of duty. The Colby Community College Endowment Foundation and the family of Brandon Gaede have established the Brandon Gaede Memorial Scholarship. Gaede…
Hutchinson Fire Department raises over $55K for school supplies
In just three days, the Hutchinson Fire Department raised $55,757.43 during its annual School Supply Drive to help students in Reno County. Now in its seventh year, the drive teams firefighters with local teachers to identify school supply needs. Firefighters…
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