Flags to be Flown Half-Staff for Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
TOPEKA – In accordance with Executive Order 20-30, Governor Laura Kelly ordered flags throughout the State of Kansas to be flown at half-staff on all state buildings, grounds, and facilities from sunup on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, to sunset on Thursday, December 8, 2022, in recognition of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. “Today marks the 81st […]
Kansas Driver’s License Office in Great Bend to Relocate
GREAT BEND – The Kansas Department of Revenue’s Great Bend Driver’s License Office will relocate to 3520 Lakin Ave, Great Bend effective Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Since May 2022, the Kansas Department of Revenue has partnered with the Barton Community College to maintain driver services in Great Bend with a temporary office located at 1025 Main […]
Attorney General O’Connor Files Embezzlement Charges Against Contractor Couple, Encourages Additional Victims to Come Forward
Oklahoma City, OK- Attorney General John O’Connor filed Embezzlement charges in McIntosh County against an Oklahoma husband and wife duo accused of defrauding Oklahomans of thousands of dollars for construction projects they never completed. Victor and Julie Dowling are each charged with 14 counts of Embezzlement and one count of Pattern of Criminal Offenses. If […]
Building Resilience in a Community
By Lisa Moser, K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS— When disaster strikes, people who are most directly impacted turn to the helpers to begin the recovery process. Often, recovery takes years. In terms of disaster, the COVID-19 pandemic created a ripple effect that many people are continuing to process, said Elaine […]
Homicide Investigation Underway in Allen and Neosho Counties
Allen County, KS– The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the Allen County Sheriff’s Office, and the Neosho County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide after a man was found dead Saturday evening in Chanute, Kansas. The Allen County Sheriff’s Office contacted the KBI for investigative assistance just after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. […]
Poinsettias are a Long-Time Holiday Favorite
By Trisha Gedon Stillwater, OK– Although the Christmas tree takes center stage in many homes for holiday decorations, the poinsettia is also a popular addition to seasonal décor. There is no other plant that symbolizes Christmas like the poinsettia. With over 100 varieties available, there’s a poinsettia that will fit almost any holiday style. Traditional […]
UPDATE: Officer-Involved Shooting in Topeka
Shawnee County, KS – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has identified the man who died Thursday morning in an officer-involved shooting in Topeka. Dylan Walstrom, 28, of Topeka, died after he was shot during a violent struggle with an officer from the Topeka Police Department. The investigation is ongoing. The KBI […]
KBI Director Kirk Thompson Announces Retirement
Topeka, KS – Kirk Thompson, Director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), the premier statewide criminal investigative agency, has announced his upcoming retirement, effective January 10, 2023. Kirk Thompson has served as KBI Director for over 11 years. His distinguished law enforcement service spanned more than 46 years. Thompson first entered law […]
Volunteer Trees Need to be Controlled Now
K-State Research and Extension news service Manhattan, KS — During December, many homeowners are focused on Christmas trees, but Kansas State University horticulture expert Ward Upham said there are other trees to be thinking about. “Though trees are a vital part of our landscapes, there are situations where volunteer trees need to be […]
Hometown Legend John Hadl Passes Away at 82
Lawerence, KS- John Hadl, a homegrown football legend at the University of Kansas who went on to become a professional football star, passed away Wednesday morning. He was 82-years-old. Hadl made a name for himself at Lawrence High School as an all-state halfback for the football team and as a centerfielder for the baseball team. […]