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Piper retirement reception scheduled today
A retirement reception for Alan Amos, Marlene Bachtel and Bill Warne is scheduled from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, May 20, in the Piper Elementary School Library. more »
May 20, 2013 in PIPER
Three Kansas Powerball tickets win $10,000
Kansans spent $4.045 million on Powerball tickets May 18, and got back $30,000 in winnings for residents. more »
May 20, 2013 in NEWS
KCKCC retiree looking to new experiences
After 44 years of teaching, Loretta Bates has decided it’s time for a change. more »
May 20, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in OUR COMMUNITIES
BPU customers without power down to 40
Board of Public Utilities without power were about 40 at 8 a.m. Monday, May 20, according to the BPU's power outage map. more »
May 20, 2013 in NEWS
Stormy skies seal win for Wichita in shortened game
A day after a record opening night crowd, storms put the cap on a 3-2 Wichita Wingnuts win over the T-Bones in six innings on Sunday night at CommunityAmerica Ballpark. more »
May 19, 2013 in SPORTS
Sporting KC 1, D.C. United 1 at RFK Stadium
Sporting Kansas City drew 1-1 with D.C. United on Sunday afternoon at RFK Stadium. more »
May 19, 2013 in SPORTS
Tornado watch canceled for Wyandotte County
The tornado watch in Wyandotte County has now been canceled, according to the National Weather Service. more »
May 19, 2013 in NEWS
Number of customers without power down to 665
The number of customers without power is down to 665, according to the Board of Public Utilities' power outage map. more »
May 19, 2013 in NEWS
T-Bones drop home opener to Wingnuts, 4-3
The T-Bones dropped the home opener against the Wichita Wingnuts, 4-3, in a game Saturday night at CommunityAmerica Ballpark, Kansas City, Kan. more »
May 19, 2013 in SPORTS
Budget, tax issues stalled in Legislature
Long-stalled negotiations between the Kansas House and Senate struck another impasse Friday when a morning meeting between the two chambers' designated budget bargainers was canceled. more »
May 18, 2013 by Dave Ranney KHI News Service in NEWS
Fishing derby
The annual Urban Kids Fishing Derby drew an estimated 200 youth participants on Saturday, May 18, at Kansas City Kansas Community College. more »
May 18, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Bike rodeo
Bikes and car safety seats were checked at the annual KCK Kiwanis West Bike Rodeo Saturday at the Schlitterbahn parking lot. more »
May 18, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
T-Bones split series with Wichita
Wichita - The Kansas City T-Bones wrapped up a quick two-game road series with a 5-4 win over the Wichita Wingnuts at Lawrence-Dumont Stadium on Friday night. more »
May 18, 2013 in SPORTS
KU graduates from Wyandotte County announced
The University of Kansas, Lawrence, has announced the names of graduates from Wyandotte County. more »
May 17, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
17 candidates apply for open UG Commission seat
Two more people on Friday afternoon added their names to the list of Unified Government Commission applicants for the 1st District, at large seat. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Elderly woman rescued in home fire today
An elderly woman was rescued from a home fire today at 2413 N. 59th Terrace. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Turner graduates 256 seniors
Two hundred fifty‐six seniors walked across the stage at Turner High School-Endeavor Alternative High School commencement ceremonies Tuesday night at Memorial Hall in downtown Kansas City, Kan. more »
May 17, 2013 by Craig Shove in TURNER
Unemployment rate drops in Wyandotte County
The unemployment rate dropped from 8.6 percent in March to 7.8 percent in April in Wyandotte County, according to statistics released today by the Kansas Department of Labor. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Summer job opportunities await teens
There are lots of different types of jobs for teens to work, so everyone should be able to find work that suits his or her personality. more »
May 17, 2013 by Emma Claudius in EMMA CLAUDIUS
Number who seek UG commission seat now up to 15
The number of persons submitting their applications for Unified Government Commission seat, 1st District, at large, is now up to 15. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Insurance commissioner prepares for new federal law
Sandy Praeger knows that change is coming as a result of the federal Affordable Care Act that goes into effect next year. more »
May 17, 2013 in MURREL BLAND
Volunteering, just what the doctor ordered
There are a number of benefits to volunteering including that positive feeling one gets, a better sense of trust, and increased socialization to name a few. more »
May 17, 2013 in DIANE HENTGES
Kansas Supreme Court reverses Court of Appeals in Wyandotte County drug case
The Kansas Supreme Court today reversed a Court of Appeal decision in a Wyandotte County drug case. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
AG joins prosecution in Franklin County homicides
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt today announced his office has assumed the lead on the prosecution team in the Franklin County homicide case. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
KCK students of month honored
The Kansas City, Kan., Board of Education recently honored Students of the Month for May. more »
May 17, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Kamara, Saad selected for national matches
Sporting Kansas City forwards Kei Kamara and Soony Saad were selected by their National Teams for upcoming international matches, the club announced on Friday. more »
May 17, 2013 in SPORTS
Powerball jackpot tops $600 million
Growing fast in the past couple of days, the Powerball jackpot topped $600 million on Friday morning, according to Kansas Lottery officials. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Graduate to give KCKCC GED graduation address May 21
Once a non-traditional student in the Adult Education program at Kansas City Kansas Community College, Johnny Carter will deliver the keynote address at the 2013 GED Graduation ceremonies Tuesday, May 21. more »
May 17, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in OUR COMMUNITIES
New KCKCC track open for walkers beginning May 20
Members of the community can begin walking the new track at Kansas City Kansas Community Monday, May 20. more »
May 17, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in OUR COMMUNITIES
T-Bones drop season opener
Following an emotional pregame, the Wichita Wingnuts used two big innings and a strong pitching performance to beat the Kansas City T-Bones 8-0 in the 2013 regular season opener at Lawrence Dumont Stadium. more »
May 17, 2013 in SPORTS
Officers to step up seat belt enforcement Monday
Beginning on Monday, May 20, and continuing through Sunday, June 2, drivers can expect increased sheriff presence on city streets, highways and roadways as the Wyandotte County. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Alex to address KCKCC grads May 22
The longtime news anchor for KSHB’s Channel 41 Action News, Elizabeth Alex, will deliver the keynote address at Kansas City Kansas Community College graduation ceremonies Wednesday, May 22. more »
May 17, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in NEWS
Cinco de Mayo parade downtown rescheduled
The Cinco de Mayo parade in downtown Kansas City, Kan., has been rescheduled. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
Fire on North Valley a total loss
A home fire at 335 N. Valley at 8:22 a.m. May 16 was a total loss, according to the Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department. more »
May 17, 2013 in NEWS
UG approves plan to submit grant application for eight more police officers
Twenty-eight people, most requesting funding, spoke at a public hearing on the Unified Government budget on Thursday night. But only the 29th request of the night received approval. more »
May 16, 2013 by Mary Rupert in NEWS
Rotary recognizes teachers
The Kansas City, Kan., Rotary Club, at its May 7 luncheon, recognized outstanding teachers from each of Wyandotte County's nine high schools. more »
May 16, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Community calendar
Events happening in Wyandotte County or involving Wyandotte County persons. more »
May 16, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Professor to walk 570 miles to raise awareness and money for stroke research
A University of Kansas Medical Center professor, whose research focuses on the benefits of exercise after strokes, will walk 570 miles across the entire state of Kansas this month in support of research. more »
May 16, 2013 in NEWS
New KCKCC athletic complex returns dividends
New turf saves games and helps boost Blue Devils’ (35-23) recruiting efforts. more »
May 16, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in SPORTS
Murray, Witt throw hat in ring for UG Commission
LaVert Murray and Janice Witt are the most recent candidates to apply for the open position of Unified Government Commissioner, 1st District, at large. more »
May 16, 2013 in NEWS
Rotary honors outstanding students
The Kansas City, Kansas Rotary Club, as part of its annual Student Scholarship Contest, recognized outstanding high school students from each of the nine Wyandotte County schools. more »
May 16, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Nielsen tells how he overcame gambling problem in new book
New book by Sporting KC's goalkeeper details how he overcame a gambling problem and went on to establish himself as one of the top players in Major League Soccer. more »
May 16, 2013 in SPORTS
Program offers safe location for exchanges and visitations for families
Targeting families involved in divorce, estrangement, conflictual situations or domestic violence, the PACES Exchange and Visitation Center, Kansas City, Kan., provides a safe, neutral, child-friendly environment for families. more »
May 16, 2013 by Therese Horvat in OUR COMMUNITIES
Powerball prize up to $550 million
With no winner in Wednesday night's Powerball drawing, the estimated jackpot for Saturday's drawing will rise to $550 million. more »
May 16, 2013 in NEWS
Sporting KC trades Convey to Toronto
Sporting Kansas City traded forward Bobby Convey to Toronto FC on Thursday in exchange for Toronto FC's natural third round pick in next year's MLS SuperDraft. more »
May 16, 2013 in SPORTS
KCKCC cager Montgomery signs with Graceland
Rich Harrop has turned to Kansas City Kansas Community College to add size and rebounding to his Graceland University basketball team by signing 6-1 Lady Blue Devil forward Jherica Montgomery. more »
May 16, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in SPORTS
KCKCC entrepreneur team advances to national competition
To say that Kansas City Kansas Community College’s first year in Enactus competition was a huge success is an understatement. more »
May 16, 2013 by Alan Hoskins
Casino charitable grants may go to 13 agencies
More than 40 community agencies applied, and 13 agencies will receive grants from the half-million dollars donated by the Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway for charitable community use. more »
May 15, 2013 by Mary Rupert in NEWS
BPU looks at bill prepayment
The Board of Public Utilities discussed the possibility of prepaying utility bills at the May 15 workshop meeting. more »
May 15, 2013 by William Crum in NEWS
Sporting KC to play host to Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup third-round match on May 28 at Sporting Park
Sporting Kansas City will begin the team's defense of the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup championship at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, at Sporting Park, Kansas City, Kan., in the third round of the tournament. more »
May 15, 2013 in SPORTS
Bynum, Banks add names to commission applicants
Melissa Bynum and the Rev. Jimmie Banks added their names to the list of applicants for Unified Government Commission, 1st District, at-large. more »
May 15, 2013 in NEWS
T-Bones set opening day roster
With the Kansas City T-Bones scheduled to begin the 2013 season on Thursday in Wichita, manager Kenny Hook made a series of roster moves to get the roster to 22 active players. more »
May 15, 2013 in SPORTS
KCK native and Kansas Supreme Court justice honored by KU Law School
A Kansas Supreme Court justice who is a native of Kansas City, Kan., was one of three persons honored recently by the University of Kansas School of Law. more »
May 15, 2013 in NEWS
Annual golf outing supports scholarships for KCK students
The KCK School Foundation for Excellence is holding its 23rd annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 12, at Sunflower Hills Golf Course, Bonner Springs, Kan. more »
May 15, 2013 in SPORTS
Casino reports 18 percent revenue increase
Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway revenues last month showed an 18 percent increase over April of the previous year, according to a revenue report. more »
May 15, 2013 in NEWS
Retiring KCKCC couple headed for dream home in Colorado
When it comes to retiring, it doesn’t get much better than those retirement years that are ahead for Kansas City Kansas Community College’s Ron and Terry Bales. more »
May 15, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in OUR COMMUNITIES
Park University announces spring graduates
Park University, Parkville, Mo., has announced its spring graduates from Wyandotte County. more »
May 15, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Doctoral student from KCK receives prize for dissertation
A doctoral graduate from Kansas City, Kan., is one of two graduates this spring at the University of Kansas who will receive the 2013 Marnie and Bill Argersinger Prize for outstanding doctoral dissertations. more »
May 15, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Yoder calls for more accountability following revelations of IRS audits of Tea Party members
May 15, 2013 in NEWS
Democrats to meet May 18
The Wyandotte County Third Saturday Democratic Breakfast will meet Saturday, May 18. more »
May 15, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
Haley holds second Youth Policy Debate, names winners
State Sen. David Haley, D-4th Dist.,awarded four Wyandotte County students with cash prizes for their debate skills during the Second Annual Senator Haley WyCo Youth Policy Debate. more »
May 15, 2013 in OUR COMMUNITIES
KCKCC's Clement signs with Florida Tech
Kansas City Kansas Community College sophomore Brittany Clement is going to realize her basketball dream. more »
May 15, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in SPORTS
KCKCC to observe Senior Health and Fitness Day May 29
Kansas City Kansas Community College will observe 2013 National Senior Health and Fitness Day with a full day of activities Wednesday, May 29. more »
May 15, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in OUR COMMUNITIES
T-Bones end preseason with loss to Winnipeg
The Kansas City T-Bones wrapped up exhibition play Tuesday night with a 10-5 loss to the Winnipeg Goldeyes at CommunityAmerica Ballpark in Kansas City, Kan. more »
May 15, 2013 in SPORTS
Barnes applies for at-large UG Commission seat
Former 1st District Commissioner Nathan Barnes has applied for the open 1st District, at-large seat on the Unified Government Commission. more »
May 14, 2013 in NEWS
Local museums, sites join together to offer ‘History Hunt’
The museums and historical sites in Wyandotte County have joined together to sponsor a History Hunt this summer. more »
May 14, 2013 by Mary Rupert in OUR COMMUNITIES
Mayor to speak at Habitat prayer breakfast May 31
Mayor Mark Holland will be the keynote speaker for the Heartland Habitat for Humanity 2013 Faith in Community Prayer Breakfast. more »
May 14, 2013 in FAITH
T-Bones drop exhibition game to RedHawks, 8-2
After four games on the road, the Kansas City T-Bones returned home and struggled in an 8-2 exhibition loss against the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks at CommunityAmerica Ballpark in Kansas City, Kan. more »
May 13, 2013 in SPORTS
Home catches fire twice near 53rd and Hagemann
A home near 53rd and Hagemann caught fire twice, according to the Kansas City, Kan., Fire Department. more »
May 13, 2013 in NEWS
KCK wholesale bakery expands offerings nationwide
Desserts by Angie, a wholesale bakery operating in Kansas City, Kan., expanded today to start offering online ordering nationwide. more »
May 13, 2013 in BUSINESS
Public forums planned for KCKCC academic vice president finalists
The search for a new vice president for academic affairs at Kansas City Kansas Community has been narrowed to four finalists, all of whom will be introduced at public forums. more »
May 13, 2013 by Alan Hoskins in NEWS
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Apr 25, 2013 in NEWS
Holland announces transition staff
Mayor-CEO-elect Mark Holland has selected two members on his election team to serve as part of his transitional staff. more »
Apr 5, 2013 in NEWS
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