Tag: Blue Rapids

Torrential rains in northeast Kansas led to significant flash flooding, road damage, and emergency evacuations late Thursday and Friday. Some areas received up to a foot of rain, prompting response efforts for affected campers near Frankfort. Public officials are assessing damage and advising residents to avoid flooded roads as recovery continues.

WATERVILLE, Kan. — A Waterville man has been sentenced to 20 years and five months in prison in connection with the 2024 murder of a Blue Rapids resident, Marshall County Attorney Brad Lippert announced.

On November 7, 2024, officers responded to multiple reports involving Andrew Franklin, 23. He was linked to a shattered window at Dick’s Sporting Goods and theft of shotgun shells from Wal-Mart. Franklin later stole a vehicle, cellphone, and handgun from a 71-year-old woman, was apprehended, and charged with several offenses.

A high-speed chase ensued early this morning after a Marshall County deputy pursued an armed and dangerous suspect from...

Halloween 2024 coincides with district football games, prompting some Blue Rapids and Waterville families to celebrate trick-or-treating on Wednesday night. Residents willing to give out candy should turn on their porch lights. Parents and trick-or-treaters are encouraged to pick one night and respect only those homes participating.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Marshall County Sheriff's Office discovered human remains in rural Marshall County, believed to be of 36-year-old Camoran M. Shoptese. Evidence suggests that Shoptese was murdered, but there is no perceived threat to the community. A person of interest related to the homicide is in custody. Ongoing investigation.

The Kansas Bureau of Investigation and the Marshall County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a missing man from Blue Rapids, Kansas, last seen on July 4. Camoran M. Shoptese, 36, is suspected to have encountered foul play. An appeal has been made for information, and a black Chevy Colorado may be linked to the case.

Two wildfires near Manhattan, Kansas are mostly contained after burning thousands of acres, prompting evacuations and road closures. One home has been destroyed, but no fatalities reported. High winds and dry air intensified the fires, as crews work to manage the situation. Dry conditions and moderate drought exacerbate the situation in the affected counties.

The City of Blue Rapids deactivated two aging and malfunctioning emergency sirens at 600 Gypsum Street and E. 6th Street. A survey confirmed that the remaining sirens at the firehouse and 100 E. 9th Street provide sufficient coverage for outdoor alerts. Citizens are reminded that sirens may not be heard indoors or in vehicles. For more information, contact local emergency management offices.

The Kansas Department of Transportation will begin a bridge replacement project on U.S. 77 in Marshall County on Monday,...

The area’s autumn celebrations continue this Saturday, October 8, with the Firemen’s Fall Fest on the square in downtown...

Big Time Grain Company was previously in Marshall County in 2021 opening for The Beach Boys at Alcove Spring...