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UPDATE: Investigation Reveals Premeditated Plan in Winfield Homicides

Friday, August 14

COWLEY COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) and the Winfield Police Department are providing an update regarding the Aug. 11 shootings in the 400 block of West 9th Ave., in Winfield, that left six family members deceased. As the investigation progresses, KBI agents do... Read More.

Garnett Woman Accused of Child Abuse

Friday, August 14

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation has arrested 28-year-old daycare provider Tregon Guernsey in Garnett on charges tied to abusing two children. Investigators say Guernsey severely injured a five-month-old infant in November 2025 and earlier struck a four-year-old in July 2024. She is being held in the... Read More.

Senator Marshall Visits Lehigh Portland State Park Following Grand Opening

Thursday, August 13

IOLA, Kan. — U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), visited Lehigh Portland State Park on Thursday, August 13 following the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks' grand opening celebration on Wednesday afternoon. The celebration marked an exciting new chapter for Lehigh Portland State Park... Read More.

ACARF Appeals for Donations to Prevent Possible Closure

Thursday, August 13

LA HARPE, KAN. - ACARF is asking for community support as the animal rescue organization says it could be forced to close its doors within months without additional financial assistance. The organization reports it has rescued more than 500 dogs and cats over the past... Read More.

Linn County Suspect Arrested After Domestic Disturbance Near Mound City

Thursday, August 13

LINN COUNTY, KAN. – Linn County deputies responded Tuesday, August 11, to a reported domestic disturbance at a residence on Acorn Cove in the Lake Chaparral community near Mound City, where they found a woman severely battered. Investigators identified the suspect as 36-year-old Mathew Hudson,... Read More.

Kansas Jury Finds Former Neosho County Prosecutor Guilty of Perjury

Thursday, August 13

ERIE, KAN. — A jury Wednesday convicted former Neosho County Attorney Linus Thuston of lying under oath two years ago when he offered an excuse for why he was meeting a woman alone at night in a discreet location after they had exchanged explicit... Read More.

Parsons Man Indicted for Trying to Create Child Pornography

Thursday, August 13

WICHITA, KAN. – A federal grand jury in Wichita returned an indictment charging Kansas man with attempting to produce child sexual abuse material (CSAM). According to court documents, Tyller White, 24, of Parsons was indicted on one count of sexual exploitation of a child –... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Over $34.5M for Domestic and Sexual Violence Programs, Children’s Advocacy Centers, and CASA Programs

Wednesday, August 12

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly today announced $34,587,786 in state grants to strengthen and maintain services for adult and child victims and survivors of crime. The funding supports nonprofit organizations that provide services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence as well as child abuse and neglect. "Through these grants, we are... Read More.

IdeaTek to Acquire Wave Wireless and Expand High Speed Internet in Southeast Kansas

Wednesday, August 12

IdeaTek Telcom has entered into an agreement to acquire Wave Wireless, a southeast Kansas broadband company, in a deal expected to close this fall if regulators approve. Wave Wireless will keep operating during the transition. IdeaTek plans to offer 8-gig internet and may extend fiber... Read More.

Marmaton Valley USD 256 Kicks Off School Year with Open House and Parent Events

Wednesday, August 12

Students in Marmaton Valley USD 256 will return to the classroom on Thursday, August 20. The new school year will get underway next Tuesday with an open house, parent meetings, a back-to-school barbecue and yearbook sales. The open house will begin at 5 p.m., followed by... Read More.

Iola Housing Authority Opens Community Rooms for Public Gatherings

Wednesday, August 12

The City of Iola Housing Authority says its Assembly Room, Kitchen and Craft Room are now open for community use. Anyone interested in learning more about using the spaces can contact the Housing Authority office at 620-365-5143. Officials say the rooms are available for those looking... Read More.

Bowlus Fine Arts Center Faces Funding Cuts

Wednesday, August 12

The Bowlus Fine Arts Center will receive $57,000 less in county funding next year after Allen County commissioners approved a reduction in support from $207,000 to $150,000. Bowlus Director Mandy Moyer told the USD 257 Board of Education Monday that she plans to launch a... Read More.