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Could Kansas Panasonic plant get hit in Trump’s campaign against clean energy?
The changing political landscape around clean energy makes for an uncertain future for Kansas students training for jobs at the multi-billion-dollar Panasonic Energy plant in De Soto, Kansas. In order to help build the workforce of the new electric battery…
Prairie Fire races attract hundreds of participants, supporters to Wichita
Runners from across the country participated in the Prairie Fire Spring Races on Sunday. Since 2010, the Prairie Fire Marathon has grown into a premier running event, attracting more than 48,000 participants. Many have traveled to Wichita from all 50…
Park City breaks ground on new senior center
More than just a building, Park City’s new senior center is set to become a hub for connection, activity, and community for residents 55 and older. City leaders broke ground Saturday on the long-awaited 13,000-square-foot facility that promises to expand…
Hamilton County’s network hit by cyber incident, probe begins
Hamilton County officials are responding to a cyber incident affecting the county’s computer network, prompting an ongoing investigation and temporary service disruptions. According to a social post from the county, the issue was identified by the county’s IT vendor, who…
Topeka could vote to cut its DEI Office, affirmative action
To preserve approximately $45 million in federal funding, the City of Topeka's governing body may vote to change city code by cutting its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Office and amending its policy statement. According to the preliminary meeting agenda,…
Westmoreland community rebuilds one year after deadly tornado
One year ago today a powerful tornado tore through the town of Westmoreland. The storm leaving behind a path of destruction, and one person didn't survive. Nearly three dozen homes in total were either damaged or destroyed. 27 News was…
Survey open for new trail ideas in Shawnee County
Shawnee County park officials are inviting people to give their opinions at some upcoming pop-up meetings aimed at expanding and improving local public trails. Sean Zears with Shawnee County Parks & Recreation (SCP+R) said in a press release on April…
USD 244 Burlington residents to vote on $45M bond for new elementary school building Tuesday
On Tuesday, voters in central Coffey County will vote on whether USD 244 Burlington will replace its existing elementary school. Voters have before them a $45 million bond to build a new elementary school building. The district says the first-grade…
Cowley County commissioners to consider public nudity ordinance Tuesday morning
Public nudity – and even some nudity on private property – would be restricted under a new ordinance to be considered Tuesday by Cowley County Commissioners. The ordinance has developed quickly in recent weeks in response to a resident, in…
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