Diesel Spill Confirmed at Tuttle Creek Reservoir After Barge Incident; Cleanup Underway
Federal officials confirm a diesel fuel spill at Tuttle Creek Reservoir in Riley County, Kansas, following a fuel cell detachment during high winds. Containment measures are swiftly in place, with crews using booms and absorbent materials to manage the spill. Michels Construction, overseeing the dredging project, faces cleanup costs and delays work on the next phase.
Army Corps Responding to Submerged 1,800 Gallon Fuel Tank at Tuttle Creek Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has initiated an emergency response after a barge incident at Tuttle Creek Lake, where a fuel cell with about 1,800 gallons of diesel fuel submerged. Investigators attribute the incident to high winds, ruling out foul play. Authorities advise avoiding boating in the area for safety.
High Winds Blamed for Separate I-70 Rollover Crashes in Northwest Kansas; Three Injured
NORTHWEST KANSAS — Strong winds sweeping across northwest Kansas on Sunday afternoon are being blamed for two separate crashes along Interstate 70 that left three people injured, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP).
Target Burglary Suspect Shot by Police After Firing at Officers in Mission
MISSION, Kan. — The Johnson County Officer Involved Critical Incident Team is investigating an early morning shootout between a burglary suspect and police outside a Mission Target store on Sunday.
Osawatomie Woman Arrested Following Alleged Baseball Bat Attack on Mother and Brief Standoff
OSAWATOMIE, Kan. — A 50-year-old Kansas woman is in custody facing multiple charges following a violent attack on her mother and a brief standoff with local police on Saturday morning.
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🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2138 – Kansas Commodities…Grain Market Economics and Impacts
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🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2137 – Managing Ground After Wildfire…Putting Cattle Back Out on Forages
Managing Rangeland and Pasture After Wildfire, Part 1
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🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2136 – Planning for Long-term Care to Protect the Farm…First Hollow Stem
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Thumbs up: Horinek bounces back from injury scare to lead Beloit-St. John’s to title | Class 1A Division I Boys State Championship
In the Class 1A Division I championship, Beloit-St. John's/Tipton's Edward Horinek overcame a dislocated thumb to score 25 points, leading his team to a 57-53 victory over South Central. Despite South Central's strong defense, Horinek's late-game heroics and teamwork secured the program's second state title. Coach Bergmann praised the team's resilience and camaraderie.
K-State Women Selected For 2026 WBIT
Kansas State women's basketball will compete in the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, facing Georgia Tech in the first round at Bramlage Coliseum. It's their 10th postseason appearance in 12 years. Tickets are available, and K-State players have shown strong individual performances this season. The winner advances to face California or Santa Clara.
Jayhawk Women Accept Invitation To Play In 2026 WBIT
The Kansas women's basketball team has accepted a bid to the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, receiving a No. 2 seed and set to host Troy on March 19. With a record of 19-13, the Jayhawks aim for success in postseason play, where they previously won the 2023 WNIT.
Kansas Earns No. 4 Seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament
The Kansas Jayhawks have clinched an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament, marking their 53rd appearance in this prestigious event. Set to face Cal Baptist in the first round, the Jayhawks aim to continue their historic run, boasting a 23-10 record and a strong squad led by standout players like Flory Bidunga and Darryn Peterson.
Sporting KC Earns First Victory of the Season With 2-1 Road Win at the LA Galaxy
Sporting Kansas City secured their first win of the 2026 season with a 2-1 away victory against LA Galaxy. Dejan Joveljic scored the opener, followed by Lasse Berg Johnsen's game-winner on his debut. Despite a late goal from Marco Reus, Sporting held on to earn three points and improve their record to 1-2-1.
Northwest Kansas Students Win Hansen Scholarships
The Dane G. Hansen Foundation has awarded scholarships to 229 high school seniors from 47 Northwest Kansas schools in its 51st annual competition. Awards include the Hansen Leader of Tomorrow scholarships at $10,000 and Hansen Scholar awards at $6,500, with additional scholarships for career and technical education.
Frankfort to Receive Major Tech Upgrade as Blue Valley Technologies Announces 100% Fiber-Optic Network
Blue Valley Technologies will enhance internet connectivity in Frankfort by constructing a 100% fiber-optic network, starting this spring and launching by Fall 2026. The project promises high-speed, stable internet suitable for high-bandwidth activities. BVT emphasizes its community commitment, contrasting its local approach with that of larger national carriers.
Post Rock Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications
The Post Rock Community Foundation is accepting applications for...
Marshall County to Participate in Statewide Tornado Drill This Wednesday
On Wednesday at 10:00 AM, Marshall County will participate in a statewide tornado drill as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week. All NOAA Weather Radios and outdoor warning sirens will be activated. Residents are encouraged to practice emergency procedures and check their preparedness kits during this exercise.
Cloud Co. Comm. College Awards Nursing Scholarships (Photos Included)
Ten nursing students received $100,000 in scholarships from the Dane G. Hansen Scholarship fund at Cloud County Community College for the 2025-26 academic year. The foundation aims to enhance rural life in northwest Kansas by supporting education for students committed to serving local healthcare needs after graduation.
Diesel Spill Confirmed at Tuttle Creek Reservoir After Barge Incident; Cleanup Underway
Federal officials confirm a diesel fuel spill at Tuttle Creek Reservoir in Riley County, Kansas, following a fuel cell detachment during high winds. Containment measures are swiftly in place, with crews using booms and absorbent materials to manage the spill. Michels Construction, overseeing the dredging project, faces cleanup costs and delays work on the next phase.
Army Corps Responding to Submerged 1,800 Gallon Fuel Tank at Tuttle Creek Lake
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has initiated an emergency response after a barge incident at Tuttle Creek Lake, where a fuel cell with about 1,800 gallons of diesel fuel submerged. Investigators attribute the incident to high winds, ruling out foul play. Authorities advise avoiding boating in the area for safety.
High Winds Blamed for Separate I-70 Rollover Crashes in Northwest Kansas; Three Injured
NORTHWEST KANSAS — Strong winds sweeping across northwest Kansas on Sunday afternoon are being blamed for two separate crashes along Interstate 70 that left three people injured, according to the Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP).
Target Burglary Suspect Shot by Police After Firing at Officers in Mission
MISSION, Kan. — The Johnson County Officer Involved Critical Incident Team is investigating an early morning shootout between a burglary suspect and police outside a Mission Target store on Sunday.
Osawatomie Woman Arrested Following Alleged Baseball Bat Attack on Mother and Brief Standoff
OSAWATOMIE, Kan. — A 50-year-old Kansas woman is in custody facing multiple charges following a violent attack on her mother and a brief standoff with local police on Saturday morning.
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2140 – Mealworms for Poultry Protection from HPAI…Teamwork for Avian Research
Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 1
Using Mealworms for...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2139 – Input and Output of the Cattle Market…Preparing Irrigation Systems
Cattle Market News and Price Changes
Preseason Irrigation Maintenance
Riparian Habitats
00:01:05...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2138 – Kansas Commodities…Grain Market Economics and Impacts
Kansas Market, Corn and Grain Sorghum
Wheat, Soybeans and Market...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2137 – Managing Ground After Wildfire…Putting Cattle Back Out on Forages
Managing Rangeland and Pasture After Wildfire, Part 1
Managing Rangeland...
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2136 – Planning for Long-term Care to Protect the Farm…First Hollow Stem
Helping to Preserve the Family Legacy with Planning
First Hollow...
Thumbs up: Horinek bounces back from injury scare to lead Beloit-St. John’s to title | Class 1A Division I Boys State Championship
In the Class 1A Division I championship, Beloit-St. John's/Tipton's Edward Horinek overcame a dislocated thumb to score 25 points, leading his team to a 57-53 victory over South Central. Despite South Central's strong defense, Horinek's late-game heroics and teamwork secured the program's second state title. Coach Bergmann praised the team's resilience and camaraderie.
K-State Women Selected For 2026 WBIT
Kansas State women's basketball will compete in the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, facing Georgia Tech in the first round at Bramlage Coliseum. It's their 10th postseason appearance in 12 years. Tickets are available, and K-State players have shown strong individual performances this season. The winner advances to face California or Santa Clara.
Jayhawk Women Accept Invitation To Play In 2026 WBIT
The Kansas women's basketball team has accepted a bid to the 2026 Women's Basketball Invitation Tournament, receiving a No. 2 seed and set to host Troy on March 19. With a record of 19-13, the Jayhawks aim for success in postseason play, where they previously won the 2023 WNIT.
Kansas Earns No. 4 Seed in 2026 NCAA Tournament
The Kansas Jayhawks have clinched an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament, marking their 53rd appearance in this prestigious event. Set to face Cal Baptist in the first round, the Jayhawks aim to continue their historic run, boasting a 23-10 record and a strong squad led by standout players like Flory Bidunga and Darryn Peterson.
Sporting KC Earns First Victory of the Season With 2-1 Road Win at the LA Galaxy
Sporting Kansas City secured their first win of the 2026 season with a 2-1 away victory against LA Galaxy. Dejan Joveljic scored the opener, followed by Lasse Berg Johnsen's game-winner on his debut. Despite a late goal from Marco Reus, Sporting held on to earn three points and improve their record to 1-2-1.
Northwest Kansas Students Win Hansen Scholarships
The Dane G. Hansen Foundation has awarded scholarships to 229 high school seniors from 47 Northwest Kansas schools in its 51st annual competition. Awards include the Hansen Leader of Tomorrow scholarships at $10,000 and Hansen Scholar awards at $6,500, with additional scholarships for career and technical education.
Frankfort to Receive Major Tech Upgrade as Blue Valley Technologies Announces 100% Fiber-Optic Network
Blue Valley Technologies will enhance internet connectivity in Frankfort by constructing a 100% fiber-optic network, starting this spring and launching by Fall 2026. The project promises high-speed, stable internet suitable for high-bandwidth activities. BVT emphasizes its community commitment, contrasting its local approach with that of larger national carriers.
Post Rock Community Foundation Accepting Grant Applications
The Post Rock Community Foundation is accepting applications for...
Marshall County to Participate in Statewide Tornado Drill This Wednesday
On Wednesday at 10:00 AM, Marshall County will participate in a statewide tornado drill as part of Severe Weather Awareness Week. All NOAA Weather Radios and outdoor warning sirens will be activated. Residents are encouraged to practice emergency procedures and check their preparedness kits during this exercise.
Cloud Co. Comm. College Awards Nursing Scholarships (Photos Included)
Ten nursing students received $100,000 in scholarships from the Dane G. Hansen Scholarship fund at Cloud County Community College for the 2025-26 academic year. The foundation aims to enhance rural life in northwest Kansas by supporting education for students committed to serving local healthcare needs after graduation.
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Diesel Spill Confirmed at Tuttle Creek Reservoir After Barge Incident; Cleanup Underway
Federal officials confirm a diesel fuel spill at Tuttle Creek Reservoir in Riley County, Kansas, following a fuel cell detachment during high winds. Containment measures are swiftly in place, with crews using booms and absorbent materials to manage the spill. Michels Construction, overseeing the dredging project, faces cleanup costs and delays work on the next phase.
🎙️ K-State Agriculture Today: 2140 – Mealworms for Poultry Protection from HPAI…Teamwork for Avian Research
Using Mealworms for HPAI Protection, Part 1
Using Mealworms for...
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