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Top Kansas transportation official is stepping down Dec. 23 The top transportation official in Kansas is stepping down just before Christmas in the first major change at a state agency since Democratic Gov.
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Church to host free concert
Trinity Lutheran Church, 2101 10th Ave., will host a free Celebration Concert at 3 p.m. Dec.
Changes let high school athletes bank big endorsement bucks
Jada Williams was a social media star and a talented point guard when she moved with her mother from a Kansas City suburb to San Diego, looking to play basketball for a high school powerhouse and parlay her online prowess into endorsement deals.
Sheriff’s Office conducts toy drive
People wanting to donate toys to families in need can make a trip to the Leavenworth County Sheriff’s Office. The Sheriff’s Office has once again organized a toy drive.
Lansing Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony planned for Sunday
Lansing officials will help usher in the Christmas season this weekend with the annual Mayor’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event, which is free and open to the public, will begin at 6 p.m.
Ex-majority leader jailed for DUI is leaving Kansas Senate
A Kansas lawmaker who was forced out of one of the state Senate’s most powerful jobs following an arrest for drunken driving and speeding the wrong way on two interstate highways is planning to leave the Legislature in early January.
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Klieman winning games, winning over fans at No. 13 K-State
MANHATTAN, Kan. (AP) — Chris Klieman received a rather tepid reception from many Kansas State fans when he was hired four years ago.
Lions return young core
Last season, a handful of Lansing underclassmen had their moments. With the graduation of three starters, including their top two scorers, the Lions will need those moments to become more consistent.
Darlene Marshall
Darlene Marshall, 83, of Leavenworth died Friday, November 25, 2022, at Tonganoxie Terrace Nursing Home. She was born January 1, 1939, in Leavenworth, the daughter of John and Florence (Harless) Thomas.