The SUN Bucks program, also known as the Summer Electronic Benefits Transfer (SEBT), was introduced to provide summer grocery cards to eligible Kansas families. Despite the potential to assist approximately 187,000 school-age children last year, only a small percentage of families submitted applications. This article explores the reasons behind the low number of applications, the … Read more
A Kansas City man, Kendall S. Coleman, 27, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly running over a police officer with an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) during a traffic stop on April 12, 2025. The incident occurred near Truman Road and Main Street when officers attempted to stop a group of ATVs and motorcycles. Incident Overview … Read more
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, a fatal accident occurred on northbound Interstate 270 near the Interstate 64 interchange in Creve Coeur, Missouri. The crash involved a 2000 Ford Explorer and a 1997 Honda CRV, resulting in the death of a 69-year-old man from St. Charles and serious injuries to two other individuals. Detailed Account of the Crash At approximately 1:45 p.m., the Ford Explorer, driven by the … Read more
Emporia High School is preparing for another transition on the sidelines as head football coach Kaden Glinsmann has officially stepped down after two winless seasons leading the Spartans. The move marks the third time in four years the school will be looking for a new football coach, highlighting the program’s ongoing efforts to regain its competitive footing. Glinsmann’s Coaching … Read more
On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, around 12:50 p.m., a shooting occurred in Midtown Kansas City, Missouri. According to the Kansas City Police Department (KCPD), two vehicles were involved in a gunfire exchange while driving side-by-side from 39th Street & Broadway to 47th Street. One individual sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to a nearby … Read more
In April 2025, St. Louis has faced a series of alarming sinkholes, revealing the fragility of its century-old sewer infrastructure. These incidents have not only disrupted daily life but also raised serious concerns about public safety and the city’s aging underground systems. Recent Sinkhole Incidents Two significant sinkholes have recently emerged in St. Louis: These events … Read more
On the evening of April 22, 2025, a major gas main explosion disrupted a Kansas City neighborhood near 95th Street and Grandview Road, injuring two utility workers and prompting emergency evacuations and temporary shutdowns of local gas and power services. The blast occurred after a large 12- to 14-inch gas main was accidentally struck during third-party utility work. The leak that … Read more
Authorities in Washington State have uncovered chilling details surrounding the murder of 82-year-old Marcia Norman, whose body was discovered buried in concrete inside a shed. The shocking revelation has led to the arrest of her handyman, Jeffrey Zizz. On April 4, Norman was reported missing from her home in Tenino, Washington. Her body was found … Read more
The Northeastern State University (NSU) RiverHawks closed out their weekend series against Emporia State University (ESU) with a tough 20-4 loss in the series finale. Despite gaining an early advantage, the RiverHawks were overwhelmed by an offensive barrage from the Hornets, who responded with 16 unanswered runs to seal a dominant win and a clean sweep of the three-game … Read more
In 2025, Kansas wheat farmers are confronting the harsh realities of prolonged drought conditions. Despite recent rainfall, the damage inflicted on wheat crops appears irreversible. Farmers like Bruce Carey from Reno County express concerns that the moisture arrived too late to salvage the yield. The Impact of Drought on Kansas Wheat Kansas, a leading wheat-producing state, … Read more