LAWRENCE, Kan. (AP) Lawrence officials are studying how to pay up to $1 million to clean up a newly discovered landfill at the former Farmland Industries fertilizer plant. The Lawrence Journal-World reports the city is working to convert the former plant site into a nearly 400-acre business park. The covered landfill was found a few months ago. Public works director Chuck Soules said the city is working with the Kansas Department of Health and Environment on the cleanup. Soules says the landfill isn’t known to contain hazardous materials and holds mostly old office equipment, construction materials and other debris. Soules…
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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback has formally saluted the revamped Kansas Statehouse, dedicating the building’s renovation to what he called “the glory of God and the people of the great state of Kansas.” Brownback was joined at the Capitol Wednesday by historical re-enactors, current and former legislators and hundreds of Kansas residents to formally dedicate the updated building on the 153rd anniversary of statehood. Brownback’s remarks were followed by a 19-gun salute and the cutting of cake. The 13-year renovation cost nearly $330 million and included new ventilation and electrical systems, replacement of the roof and dome, and…
On today’s InFocus, Cathy talks with Dallas Johnson, AARP tax aide, followed by Dr. Ron Trewyn, Vice President for Research at Kansas State University.
Wednesday’s version of “The Game” on KMAN recaps the Kansas State win over Texas Tech on Tuesday night at Bramlage. Who were the players that really stepped up for Bruce Weber when certain players were struggling through out the game? Baylor continues to struggle as they fall to 1-6 in conference play as they lose to West Virginia on Tuesday night. Are the Bears even worthy of the NIT at this point? Tonight will match up a huge game in Allen Fieldhouse when Iowa State will try to hand the Jayhawks their first loss of the season inside Big 12 play. The K-State women will finish off a homestand Wednesday night against Oklahoma. Former K-State WR and Packers WR Jordy Nelson joins the show to talk about the NFL, Super Bowl and much more. Plus You can’t be serious and much more on “The Game” on KMAN.
President Barack Obama makes a face as he speaks to Costco employees during a visit to a local Costco in Lanham, Md., Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2014. The president is promoting his newly unveiled plans to boost wages for some workers and help Americans save for retirement no action from Congress necessary.
A wide array of services were available for local homeless families during the Everybody Counts event held Wednesday. This was the first day of the two day event. Participating organizations included-Pawnee Mental Health, Riley County Health Department, Riley County Extension, KanCare, Konza Dental, the Riley County Police Department and the Ogden Friendship House. Dental exams and doctor visits were among some of the several opportunities for visitors to participate in. Additional healthcare and medical information was available for individuals after their screenings. Food and clothing items were available, as well as lunch and dinner. Several cots were set up in…
Several local preschools, and other children, attended Wednesday’s Kansas Day Celebration at the Flint Hills Discovery Center. Center staff members led state-themed activities throughout the building. Kids had the opportunity to cut, paste and color in the arts and crafts room, as they made Kansas flags. An ornate box turtle was available to view in another room as well. The ongoing “Football” exhibit was available for children to test their athletic skills. Entertainment was provided by singing cowboy, Dave Zerfas, who lives just north of Manhattan. The official Kansas birthday party was held at 10:30 that morning. Discovery Center Director,…
U-S Congressman Tim Huelskamp of Kansas wasn’t too surprised by the Presidents State of the Union address Tuesday night. Huelskamp tells KMAN “Things are not good in the State of the Union. It’s not working very well. 24 million Americans are looking for a full-time job since he took office. Another 6.5 million Americans are in poverty.” Huelskamp adds the President gave us many of the same proposals. The Representative says he was looking for something different such as less regulation and less government, encouraging some entrepreneurs, and to move forward. And the Congressman says, “Actually the policies are going…
The Riley County Police Department has received information about an attempted potential scam in the area. This “Apartment Scam” reported Tuesday involves an unknown scammer sending information about approval on an apartment or home lease. In the scammer’s correspondence, they ask for a deposit to be mailed or wired with the promise of mailing keys to the victim afterward. The Riley County Police Department reminds the community to be mindful of this and other scams and not release funds or information to persons you cannot identify. When receiving emails or documents, spelling errors and improper grammar could be a sign…
WACO, Texas (AP) Juwan Staten made a reverse layup with 3.1 seconds left and West Virginia held on to beat Baylor 66-64 on Tuesday night. The Mountaineers (12-9, 4-4 Big 12) had gone nearly 5 minutes without scoring, blowing an eight-point lead in the process, before Staten drove the baseline and under the basket before making the game-winning shot. He finished with a game-high 15 points and nine assists. Kenny Chery banked in what would have been a game-winning 3-pointer for Baylor (13-7, 1-6), but it came after the buzzer sounded. Officials looked at replay to confirm that he…