Melissa Leiker
Smoke from Controlled Burn Triggers 12-Vehicle Pileup Near Admire; 5 Hospitalized
ADMIRE, KS — A massive "crash zone" spanning a quarter-mile of U.S. Highway 56 left five people hospitalized and a school bus caught in the wreckage Wednesday afternoon. Authorities are pointing to near-zero visibility caused by a nearby controlled burn as the primary cause of the chaos.
Five Killed, Including Three Children, in Head-On Collision in Hodgeman County
HODGEMAN COUNTY, KS — A devastating multi-vehicle accident claimed the lives of five people, including three young children, on Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred on Kansas Highway 156 between Jetmore and Hanston.
Energy Surge Puts Pressure On Farm Budgets
K-State economist Gregg Ibendahl warns that rising oil prices, potentially reaching $90 per barrel, threaten farm profitability by increasing production costs. Higher diesel and fertilizer prices could add significant expenses for farmers, with fertilizer costs expected to rise by about 10%. Producers should closely monitor these market trends for potential impacts.
KBI Conducting Death Investigation In Ellsworth County
ELLSWORTH COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is assisting the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office with investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 5-year-old in Brookville, Kansas.
Kansas Storytelling Festival Features Top Storytellers April 24-25
The Kansas Storytelling Festival, on April 24-25, 2026, in Downs, KS, will showcase renowned storytellers like Kevin Kling, Ingrid Nixon, Rev. Robert B. Jones, Geraldine Buckley, and Greg Victors. Celebrating the art of storytelling, the festival highlights diverse cultural narratives and educational performances. More information is available on their website.
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2153 – Grain Market Impacts and Prices…Planting Soybeans in the Field
How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations
Getting Soybeans...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2152 – Weevils and Aphids in Alfalfa…Winter Canola Freeze Concerns
Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa
Conditions of the...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2151 – Programs for Farmers….Learning Opportunity for Women in Cattle
FSA's Conservation Reserve Programs
K-State's Cow Camp
Should Calves get Vaccines...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2150 – Kansas Feedlots Inputs and Outputs…Ag Tech Day for Youth
Focus on Feedlots: Continued Heavy Cattle
NASA STELLA at Ag...
Energy Surge Puts Pressure On Farm Budgets
K-State economist Gregg Ibendahl warns that rising oil prices, potentially reaching $90 per barrel, threaten farm profitability by increasing production costs. Higher diesel and fertilizer prices could add significant expenses for farmers, with fertilizer costs expected to rise by about 10%. Producers should closely monitor these market trends for potential impacts.
Ninth-Inning Home Run Barrage Powers Twins Past Royals; Sweep Avoided
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-1, avoiding a three-game sweep with a ninth-inning power surge that included three home runs. Twins pitcher Taj Bradley earned the win, while Royals starter Cole Ragans registered a solid outing but suffered the loss due to an unearned run.
Chiefs Unveil Grassroots Campaign and Online Petition to Champion the Growth of Girls Flag Football In Kansas
The Kansas City Chiefs have launched a campaign to promote girls Flag Football, aiming to secure official high school sanctioning in Kansas. The initiative encourages community involvement through an online petition and highlights the sport's growth as a pathway for student-athletes. Prominent figures support the cause, emphasizing the importance of expanding opportunities for girls in sports.
Kansas Creates New Sports Authority To Oversee Multibillion Dollar Stadium Deal For Chiefs
Kansas lawmakers are advancing a $3 billion agreement for a new domed stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs, which includes a training facility and entertainment district. Critics express concerns about the substantial public subsidies involved. An 11-member sports authority board was established to oversee the project, pending the governor’s approval.
Bill Self Confirms Return to Kansas for 24th Season
Bill Self confirmed he will return as head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks for his 24th season, silencing retirement rumors. Following a disappointing NCAA Tournament exit and health challenges, Self remains committed to maintaining Kansas as a national powerhouse. He aims to build on his legacy while preparing for a roster transition and the upcoming NBA Draft.
India’s Grand Slam Powers Royals Past Twins in High-Scoring Affair
Jonathan India hit a sixth-inning grand slam, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 13-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins. The Royals produced 15 hits and scored eight runs with two outs. Despite a late surge from the Twins, the Royals' Noah Cameron earned his first win. The game featured 11 umpire challenges.
Station Owner Bruce Dierking Named 2026 Hod Humiston Sports Broadcasting Award Winner
Bruce Dierking is set to receive the Hod Humiston Award for Sports Broadcasting at the Kansas Association of Broadcasters' Student Broadcast & Sports Seminar on April 9. With over four decades of experience as the voice of the Marysville Bulldogs, Dierking has become a beloved figure in Kansas broadcasting and community service.
Jeff Siegler Challenges Marysville to Focus on Pride, People and Place
Community development expert Jeff Siegler emphasized the importance of enhancing local pride and connections during his visit to Marysville. Through various discussions and activities, he advocated for quality improvements over mere expansion, urging the community to focus on the built environment and trust-building among residents. An action plan for future initiatives is underway.
Kansas Storytelling Festival Features Top Storytellers April 24-25
The Kansas Storytelling Festival, on April 24-25, 2026, in Downs, KS, will showcase renowned storytellers like Kevin Kling, Ingrid Nixon, Rev. Robert B. Jones, Geraldine Buckley, and Greg Victors. Celebrating the art of storytelling, the festival highlights diverse cultural narratives and educational performances. More information is available on their website.
Second Pilot Project For Innovative Water Injection Dredging Set To Begin at Tuttle Creek Lake After Delay
Water Injection Dredging at Tuttle Creek Lake: A Game-Changer for Sediment Management
High School Performers Wanted for Marshall County Talent Show
High school students in Marshall County can showcase their talents at the "Marshall County’s Got Talent" event on April 26, 6 p.m. at Waterville Opera House. Performers can enter solo or in groups for a chance to win cash prizes. Entries are due by April 12. For registration, visit marshallcountyarts.org.
Smoke from Controlled Burn Triggers 12-Vehicle Pileup Near Admire; 5 Hospitalized
ADMIRE, KS — A massive "crash zone" spanning a quarter-mile of U.S. Highway 56 left five people hospitalized and a school bus caught in the wreckage Wednesday afternoon. Authorities are pointing to near-zero visibility caused by a nearby controlled burn as the primary cause of the chaos.
Five Killed, Including Three Children, in Head-On Collision in Hodgeman County
HODGEMAN COUNTY, KS — A devastating multi-vehicle accident claimed the lives of five people, including three young children, on Thursday afternoon. The collision occurred on Kansas Highway 156 between Jetmore and Hanston.
Energy Surge Puts Pressure On Farm Budgets
K-State economist Gregg Ibendahl warns that rising oil prices, potentially reaching $90 per barrel, threaten farm profitability by increasing production costs. Higher diesel and fertilizer prices could add significant expenses for farmers, with fertilizer costs expected to rise by about 10%. Producers should closely monitor these market trends for potential impacts.
KBI Conducting Death Investigation In Ellsworth County
ELLSWORTH COUNTY – The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) is assisting the Ellsworth County Sheriff’s Office with investigating the circumstances surrounding the death of a 5-year-old in Brookville, Kansas.
Kansas Storytelling Festival Features Top Storytellers April 24-25
The Kansas Storytelling Festival, on April 24-25, 2026, in Downs, KS, will showcase renowned storytellers like Kevin Kling, Ingrid Nixon, Rev. Robert B. Jones, Geraldine Buckley, and Greg Victors. Celebrating the art of storytelling, the festival highlights diverse cultural narratives and educational performances. More information is available on their website.
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2153 – Grain Market Impacts and Prices…Planting Soybeans in the Field
How Recent USDA Grain Reports Compare to Expectations
Getting Soybeans...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2152 – Weevils and Aphids in Alfalfa…Winter Canola Freeze Concerns
Continued Weevil and Aphid Concerns for Alfalfa
Conditions of the...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2151 – Programs for Farmers….Learning Opportunity for Women in Cattle
FSA's Conservation Reserve Programs
K-State's Cow Camp
Should Calves get Vaccines...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2150 – Kansas Feedlots Inputs and Outputs…Ag Tech Day for Youth
Focus on Feedlots: Continued Heavy Cattle
NASA STELLA at Ag...
Energy Surge Puts Pressure On Farm Budgets
K-State economist Gregg Ibendahl warns that rising oil prices, potentially reaching $90 per barrel, threaten farm profitability by increasing production costs. Higher diesel and fertilizer prices could add significant expenses for farmers, with fertilizer costs expected to rise by about 10%. Producers should closely monitor these market trends for potential impacts.
Ninth-Inning Home Run Barrage Powers Twins Past Royals; Sweep Avoided
The Minnesota Twins defeated the Kansas City Royals 5-1, avoiding a three-game sweep with a ninth-inning power surge that included three home runs. Twins pitcher Taj Bradley earned the win, while Royals starter Cole Ragans registered a solid outing but suffered the loss due to an unearned run.
Chiefs Unveil Grassroots Campaign and Online Petition to Champion the Growth of Girls Flag Football In Kansas
The Kansas City Chiefs have launched a campaign to promote girls Flag Football, aiming to secure official high school sanctioning in Kansas. The initiative encourages community involvement through an online petition and highlights the sport's growth as a pathway for student-athletes. Prominent figures support the cause, emphasizing the importance of expanding opportunities for girls in sports.
Kansas Creates New Sports Authority To Oversee Multibillion Dollar Stadium Deal For Chiefs
Kansas lawmakers are advancing a $3 billion agreement for a new domed stadium for the Kansas City Chiefs, which includes a training facility and entertainment district. Critics express concerns about the substantial public subsidies involved. An 11-member sports authority board was established to oversee the project, pending the governor’s approval.
Bill Self Confirms Return to Kansas for 24th Season
Bill Self confirmed he will return as head coach of the Kansas Jayhawks for his 24th season, silencing retirement rumors. Following a disappointing NCAA Tournament exit and health challenges, Self remains committed to maintaining Kansas as a national powerhouse. He aims to build on his legacy while preparing for a roster transition and the upcoming NBA Draft.
India’s Grand Slam Powers Royals Past Twins in High-Scoring Affair
Jonathan India hit a sixth-inning grand slam, leading the Kansas City Royals to a 13-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins. The Royals produced 15 hits and scored eight runs with two outs. Despite a late surge from the Twins, the Royals' Noah Cameron earned his first win. The game featured 11 umpire challenges.
Station Owner Bruce Dierking Named 2026 Hod Humiston Sports Broadcasting Award Winner
Bruce Dierking is set to receive the Hod Humiston Award for Sports Broadcasting at the Kansas Association of Broadcasters' Student Broadcast & Sports Seminar on April 9. With over four decades of experience as the voice of the Marysville Bulldogs, Dierking has become a beloved figure in Kansas broadcasting and community service.
Jeff Siegler Challenges Marysville to Focus on Pride, People and Place
Community development expert Jeff Siegler emphasized the importance of enhancing local pride and connections during his visit to Marysville. Through various discussions and activities, he advocated for quality improvements over mere expansion, urging the community to focus on the built environment and trust-building among residents. An action plan for future initiatives is underway.
Kansas Storytelling Festival Features Top Storytellers April 24-25
The Kansas Storytelling Festival, on April 24-25, 2026, in Downs, KS, will showcase renowned storytellers like Kevin Kling, Ingrid Nixon, Rev. Robert B. Jones, Geraldine Buckley, and Greg Victors. Celebrating the art of storytelling, the festival highlights diverse cultural narratives and educational performances. More information is available on their website.
Second Pilot Project For Innovative Water Injection Dredging Set To Begin at Tuttle Creek Lake After Delay
Water Injection Dredging at Tuttle Creek Lake: A Game-Changer for Sediment Management
High School Performers Wanted for Marshall County Talent Show
High school students in Marshall County can showcase their talents at the "Marshall County’s Got Talent" event on April 26, 6 p.m. at Waterville Opera House. Performers can enter solo or in groups for a chance to win cash prizes. Entries are due by April 12. For registration, visit marshallcountyarts.org.
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