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City dodges ‘devastating event’ as northwest Kansas wildfire brought under control
Authorities in northwest Kansas urged people to be ready to escape what could have been a “devastating” wildfire Friday, but disaster was averted. About 3 p.m., Trego County Emergency Management said on social media that a wildfire north of WaKeeney…
Kansas town’s only grocery store likely closing soon
A western Kansas town is on the brink of losing its only grocery store. The owner of Ellis Hometown Foods told KSN that he is planning to close the store by the end of April, unless he finds a buyer.…
Nelson’s Old Riverton Store: 101 years of sandwiches & community
A Route 66 mom-and-pop shop celebrates more than a century of service to its community. “Their sandwiches,” said 8-year-old Haylan McCorkle. Nelson’s Old Riverton Store returnees tell us it’s those sandwiches and other key elements that’s helped shape its history,…
Galena seeks help in locating stolen air quality monitor
The City of Galena is asking for the public’s help finding a missing piece of equipment. Between 7:00 p.m. Wednesday and 1:00 p.m. Thursday, a Drager 8000 monitor was stolen from the area of 3rd Street and Main. The city…
City Commission to discuss short-term rentals plan for World Cup
Regional planners are expecting a boom in demands for short-term rentals when thousands of soccer fans descend on the Kansas City metro for the World Cup this summer. To prepare, city staff are looking at ways to register and ensure…
Topeka city workers face delayed pay as mayor apologizes
Potentially hundreds of Topeka city staff didn't receive their paycheck on time. On March 20, city staff were notified of an issue with their paychecks and that they wouldn't be paid on time. "Due to an approval error, staff did…
Lindsborg Celebrates Sweet Tradition with Annual Våffeldagen
On Saturday, March 21st, Lindsborg, Kansas will celebrate its annual tradition, Lindsborg Våffeldagen. This translates to “waffle day” in English. Various forms of waffle tasting will be available. Visitors can have their photo taken with Lindsborg Waffle People. Read more:…
Kanopolis Drive-In’s new 4K laser projector to bring ‘indoor theater quality’
The Kanopolis Drive-In theater, one of the few remaining outdoor movie theaters in the state, is testing out its brand-new equipment this weekend. Read more: KSN-TV
National horseshoe tournament coming to Hutch
The National Horseshoe Pitchers Association (NHPA) will have its 2026 U.S. Nationals Horseshoe Pitching Tournament at Rice Park in Hutchinson from May 29 to 31. Read more: The Hutchinson Tribune
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