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Boil Water Advisory Issued for the City of LaCygne, Linn County

LINN COUNTY, Kan. (Aug. 4, 2025) — The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the City of LaCygne public water supply system located in Linn County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water... Read More.

Update: Missing Solomon Man Found Safe

DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 3, 2025) — Alexander Baize has been found safe. The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office thanks everyone for sharing and for all who provided information. Previous announcement: DICKINSON COUNTY, Kan. (August 2, 2025) — The Dickinson County Sheriff's Office is looking for a... Read More.

KDHE Issues Air Quality Health Advisory Due to Smoke

(Aug. 1, 2025) — Light northeast to east winds is bringing Canadian wildfire smoke into the state, particularly central and eastern Kansas. These conditions are likely to persist today and tomorrow. The Air Quality Index (AQI) will likely range from Moderate to Unhealthy at... Read More.

Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

ERIE, Kan. — A rural Erie man who is a registered sex offender has been arrested for child sex crimes. Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents and Neosho County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 42-year-old Peter Hawkinson Wednesday morning after a search warrant was executed at a location... Read More.

Your Town, Your Treasure: A Local Summer Adventure

ERIE, Kan. (June 2025) — As the days grow longer and the sun warms our sidewalks, there’s a familiar buzz in the air: summer is here, and with it comes opportunity. It’s more than just a season—it’s a moment when our community shines its... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday $25 million for 30 projects to improve intersections and roads across the state. The projects were selected for funding through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) City Connecting Link Improvement Program (CCLIP).  “Enhancing the safety and accessibility... Read More.

Nominations Open for Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

Nominations are open for the Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition. Show off the innovation, craftsmanship, and talent behind your Kansas-made product. Nominations will close Friday, August 8 at 12 p.m. People's Choice Voting will run from Monday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 3 at... Read More.

Arrest Made in Death of Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Deputy

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (July 27, 2025) — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), with assistance from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 38-year-old Shawn M. Harris, of Kansas City, Kansas, connected to the shooting death of Elijah Ming, a deputy of the Wyandotte County... Read More.