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Experts Offer Tips to Help Families with Sensory Sensitivities Navigate Fourth of July Celebrations
Image courtesy K-State With the Fourth of July approaching, many are looking forward to fireworks, food, and fun. But for individuals with sensory sensitivities—especially young

Violent and Property Crime Rates Drop in Kansas, KBI Reports
Image courtesy KBI The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) has released its 2024 Kansas Crime Index Report, revealing a drop in both violent and property

Red Cross Encourages Blood Donations Over Fourth of July Holiday
By Trish Svoboda/Image courtesy of the American Red Cross As the busy summer season begins, the American Red Cross is urging people to donate blood—especially

Cub Scouts, Scouts Attended Resident Camp in June
In June, Cub Scouts in Pack 55 and Scouts in Troops 54 and 254 attended camps. From June 5th through the 8th, 10 Cub Scouts

CCCHS Students Compete in National Forensics This June
Students from CCCHS’ forensics team competed in the National Speech and Debate Tournament in Richmond, VA. Students compete in two types of events. Main events,

CANCELLED: Statewide Silver Alert issued for missing Olathe man
KBI News Release Canceled – Statewide Silver Alert issued for missing Olathe man OLATHE – The Olathe Police Department reported to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation

Kobach Asks Federal Officials to Investigate Four Kansas School Districts
Image courtesy Canva Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach is calling on the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights to investigate four Kansas school

KDOT Seeks Public Input on Proposed Amendment to 2025–2028 Statewide Transportation Plan
Image courtesy KDOT The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is inviting public comments on a proposed amendment to the Federal Fiscal Year 2025–2028 Statewide Transportation

$3.5 Million Secured for Health Screenings in Wichita Neighborhood Affected by Groundwater Contamination
Image courtesy Canva A total of $3.5 million has been secured to support Wichita residents affected by groundwater contamination, especially those in the 29th and

Lasers and Livestock: Scientists Use High-Tech Tools to Measure Cow Emissions in Kansas
Image courtesy Canva Researchers from Kansas State University and the National Institute of Standards and Technology are using cutting-edge laser technology to study greenhouse gas