Shrine Bowl to bring thousands to Pittsburg this weekend

19 Tuesday, July 19

Shrine Bowl to bring thousands to Pittsburg this weekend

info2022-07-20T07:40:16-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Residents are being asked to use extra caution this weekend when the 49th annual Kansas Shrine Bowl kicks off at 7 p.m. Saturday in Carnie Smith Stadium at Pittsburg State University. Fans, families and players representing high schools and their communities statewide will add significant vehicle and foot traffic in Pittsburg. The Kansas Department of Transportation encourages drivers to look for pedestrians everywhere, never pass cars at a crosswalk, slow down, be prepared to stop and avoid distractions. Pedestrians are encouraged to walk on sidewalks or designated pedestrian paths, be visible and predictable crossing streets in well-lit areas, stay alert and [...]

19 Tuesday, July 19

Beat the heat with free indoor activities through Sunflower Summer

info2022-07-20T07:40:28-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Parents and families looking for a way to stay cool with these 100+ temperatures can find 90 different free activities through the Sunflower Summer app. The Kansas State Department of Education created the app to create opportunities for families to do something together, to get educated on new things and places, and to try new activities. Last summer, more than 71,000 people took advantage of the program. This year, people can access the free tickets for various places through August 14. The Sunflower Summer app can be found through the App Store or Google Play. Source: KAKE - News

19 Tuesday, July 19

LCECC launches Video-to-911 services

info2022-07-19T12:28:58-05:00July 19th, 2022|

The Lyon County Emergency Communications Center announced the launch of Prepared Live — a software that enables Video-to-911 capabilities — in the communications center. According to a written release, Prepared is a software that enables LCECC’s 9-1-1 communications center to “livestream, receive multimedia, and receive location from mobile callers in real-time.” LCECC director Roxanne Van Gundy said the technology will “significantly improve” the center’s “ability to effectively and efficiently respond to emergencies in the community.” “Kansas has always been a nationwide leader in NG 911 services. With advanced location abilities, Text to and Text from 911, translation services and now Video-to-911, [...]

19 Tuesday, July 19

Simmons Pet Food announces $115 million expansion in Emporia, Edgerton

info2022-07-19T12:27:27-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Simmons Pet Food announced the addition of a fourth high-speed production line in Emporia as part of a $115 million investment on two Kansas facilities Monday afternoon. The investment includes a new pet food distribution center in Edgerton, and the start of operations at a second production line in Dubuque, Iowa. Simmons president Scott Salmon said the announcement comes as part of Simmons Pet Food’s $500 million strategic growth plan. “I would say the range is actually $115 - $150 million, because to do this, we’re not only making investments in Emporia, we have some investments in Edgerton as well,” Salmon [...]

19 Tuesday, July 19

Derby launching Third Thursday events starting in August

info2022-07-20T07:42:52-05:00July 19th, 2022|

The city of Derby recently announced it will be launching a new Third Thursday art-focused event series next month. The first installation is scheduled to be held jointly at Warren Riverview Park and the Derby Public Library from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 18. As part of the series, Third Thursday events will feature art exhibits, live music, food trucks and more during the fall (scheduled through October). Seeing the model of Final Friday events in Dodge City and Wichita, Director of Communications Kristy Bansemer noted the city wanted to tailor a similar event that would engage citizens in the city [...]

19 Tuesday, July 19

How to use a roundabout

info2022-07-19T08:39:16-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Roundabouts are a way to keep traffic moving smoothly and quickly instead of traffic lights, which can interrupt the flow of traffic. When approaching a roundabout, slow your speed and look for vehicles coming from your left inside the roundabout. If there are other vehicles circulating in your path or approaching from your left, yield until it is clear for you to enter the roundabout. Source: City of Lenexa

19 Tuesday, July 19

Farm Expo moves to Hutchinson

info2022-07-19T08:37:55-05:00July 19th, 2022|

After 12 years, the Great Bend Farm Ranch and Hemp Expo is no more. The Bird City-based Star Enterprises that owns the show is moving it to Hutchinson, starting next year. Named the Kansas Ag Expo at Hutchinson, it is set for March 30 through April 1, 2023. According to a link to the show on Star Enterprises’ website, “The Kansas Ag Expo 2023 is dubbed as the largest farm event in the United States dedicated to promoting agricultural technology.” “This is bittersweet,” said Tana Dale, who runs Star Enterprises with her husband Darren. “Great Bend has been good to us [...]

19 Tuesday, July 19

Crash topples power poles in Mulvane, cuts some power

info2022-07-19T08:36:48-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Some Mulvane residents and offices have no power Monday after a semi hit a power line. Mulvane Fire Rescue says the driver was making a delivery when the truck caught a line and brought down three high-voltage power distribution transformers. The driver stayed in the vehicle until utility crews arrived to turn off the power. In addition to the broken transformers, four power poles are broken, and some mineral oil is leaking. Flying debris hit a couple of vehicles, and a small fire started. No one was injured. Source: KSN-TV

19 Tuesday, July 19

Introducing kids to Baxter Springs public safety

info2022-07-19T08:42:16-05:00July 19th, 2022|

The Baxter Springs Police Department welcomes the public to an evening meet-and-greet. The event was held Monday (7/18) at the Baxter Springs PD. The department has added several new officers and administration personnel, Giving the public a chance to meet those who serve the Baxter Springs community. Several Kansas agencies were on hand during the event for both kids and adults, including Baxter Springs Fire, Cherokee County EMS and the Kansas Parks and Wildlife. Source: KSNF/KODE

19 Tuesday, July 19

Arma takes delicious trip through the decades

info2022-07-19T08:36:02-05:00July 19th, 2022|

Southeast Kansas got a delicious look through the decades. Today the Miner's Hall Museum held a presentation looking into the early drive-ins and restaurants in Arma. It was part of the ongoing exhibit highlighting Arma's past since it was a coal camp. A panel of storytellers spent time going over these eateries, including Karen Golob Heronemus, who's mother operated the Dari Castle for around two decades. Source: KSNF/KODE