2026 News Archive
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Woman killed in four-vehicle collision
Staff reportA woman was killed in a four-vehicle crash on the Kansas Turnpike in southern Leavenworth County, according to an online report from the Kansas…
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Kansas Ends August With Total Revenue 11.5% Above Estimate
The State of Kansas ended August 2026 with total revenue receipts at $714.7 million. That is $73.8 million, or 11.5%, above the estimate. Overall, total tax-only collections were up $66.5 million for...
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Haskell Indian Art Market to highlight Native American art, food in Lawrence
Organizers expect this year’s Haskell Indian Art Market to bring more than 130 exhibitors sharing traditional foods, beadwork, jewelry, clothing and more.
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Labor Day On Track to Set Record at the Pump
WASHINGTON, DC–Labor Day weekend travelers are facing the highest gas prices ever for this time of year. The national average is $4.14, up 4 cents from last week. Continued volatility in the Strait...
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Area runners start season well at Great Bend Cross Country Invitational
Great Bend, Kan. (westernkansasnews.com)–Several area schools made the early morning trip to Great Bend for the Great Bend Cross Country Invitational at Lake Barton Thursday Morning. Over 20 schools...
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Hot, humid weather affecting local schools' sports schedules
Triple-digit temperatures and humidity are affecting sports schedules for area high schools.
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Douglas County Volunteer Expo to connect residents with nonprofits
Lawrence residents looking for ways to give back can connect with more than 35 local nonprofits and agencies during the Douglas County Volunteer Expo.
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Manhattan Town Center’s latest shop is all about cheese
Say cheese! Manhattan Town Center’s newest store is centered entirely on cheese, with a company motto of, “Only the vest stuff makes it in ‘The Vault.’”
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Riley County considers higher penalties for unlicensed short-term rentals
Riley County commissioners considered significantly higher penalties for short-term rentals operating without a valid license as part of proposed changes to the planning and development fee schedule...
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