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Teen Detained in Juvenile Detention After Downtown Abilene Car Crime Spree

Thursday, July 10

ABILENE, Kan. — A 14-year-old male is being held in juvenile detention in connection with a series of vehicle break-ins and damage incidents in Abilene's downtown business district reported Tuesday. The Abilene Police Department said early Wednesday morning a traffic stop was attempted on a... Read More.

Suspected Rabies Case at Marion County Lake

Thursday, July 10

MARION COUNTY, Kan. — The Marion County Health Department is reporting a suspected rabies case involving a feral or stray cat at Marion County Lake. Rabies is a deadly virus that affects the brain and nervous system of mammals including humans. Signs of a rabid... Read More.

Addition of Javelin Specifications Highlight High School Track and Field Rules Revisions

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHS With 21 state associations now incorporating the javelin into outdoor track and field competition, the NFHS Track and Field Rules Committee voted to move the implement construction specifications into the Track and Field Rules Book, effective with the 2026 season. The addition... Read More.

Electronic Communication by Players Clarified in High School Softball

Thursday, July 10

Article by NFHS No player shall be allowed to transmit or record audio or video from the playing surface in high school softball. This new language in Rule 1-8-6 of the NFHS Softball Rules Book further clarifies the use of electronic devices and what... Read More.

Bat Cats Fall via Walk Off to Monarchs 3-2

Thursday, July 10

HUTCHINSON, Kan. - The Great Bend Bat Cats could not hang onto an early lead, falling on a walk-off two-run double in the 9th inning 3-2 against the Hutchinson Monarchs Wed., July 9. The Bat Cats struck first in the second inning on a solo homer... Read More.

Perez and Caglianone Power Royals to 4-3 Win Over Pirates for 3-Game Sweep

Thursday, July 10

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) - Salvador Perez homered twice, Jac Caglianone hit the longest measured homer by a Royals rookie, and Kansas City beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-3 on Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep. Perez broke a 3-3 tie in the eighth inning with... Read More.

High School State Basketball Sites and Format Set for 2026 and 2027

Thursday, July 10

TOPEKA, Kan. (KSHSAACovered.com) - The KSHSAA State Basketball Tournament format and sites have been selected for the next two seasons. In 2026, the 1A Division I semifinals and finals will be played at United Wireless Arena in Dodge City. The 2A and 1A Division II semifinals and finals will be... Read More.

He Knox them off their feet – Monarchs beat Great Bend with ninth-inning double

Wednesday, July 9

Jake Knox belted a two-out, two-run double in the bottom of the ninth inning, and the Hutchinson Monarchs came back to beat the Great Bend Bat Cats 3-2 on Wednesday at Hobart-Detter Field. The win, coupled with Derby's loss to the Kansas Cannons, reduced the... Read More.

City of Newton Issues Request for Proposals to Demolish Old Dillon’s Building at 320 N. Main

Wednesday, July 9

The Rundown is prepared by the City of Newton Communications Office to summarize the City Commission meeting and does not represent official Commission minutes. NEWTON, Kan. — At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Commission took the next step toward demolition of the old Dillon’s building at... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

Former K-State Baseball’s, Current Wind Surge’s Culpepper Named to 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game

Wednesday, July 9

MANHATTAN, Kan. (KStateSports.com) - Former K-State All-American and Minnesota Twins' No. 4 prospect Kaelen Culpepper has been selected to play on the American League team in the 2025 All-Star Futures Game. Culpepper, who was taken 21st overall by the Twins in the 2024... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state. “Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

Teen Detained in Juvenile Detention After Downtown Abilene Car Crime Spree

Teen Detained in Juvenile Detention After Downtown Abilene Car Crime Spree

Suspected Rabies Case at Marion County Lake

Addition of Javelin Specifications Highlight High School Track and Field Rules Revisions

Electronic Communication by Players Clarified in High School Softball

Bat Cats Fall via Walk Off to Monarchs 3-2

Perez and Caglianone Power Royals to 4-3 Win Over Pirates for 3-Game Sweep

High School State Basketball Sites and Format Set for 2026 and 2027

He Knox them off their feet – Monarchs beat Great Bend with ninth-inning double

City of Newton Issues Request for Proposals to Demolish Old Dillon’s Building at 320 N. Main

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Former K-State Baseball’s, Current Wind Surge’s Culpepper Named to 2025 MLB All-Star Futures Game

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

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