Kansas man accused of violent attack on a woman
Lacey-photo Atchison County ATCHISON COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect for an alleged violent attack. On Monday morning police became aware of a domestic disturbance that had occurred around 4a.m. on Sunday morning at a residence in
County Leaders Approve Pay Increase, Discuss Fuel Tank Replacement Plans
The Board approved a 5% salary increase for the Emergency Management Director, with a 3.5% increase planned for 2027. The current salary will be $70,243. Commissioners also approved the Annual Noxious Weed Control Program evaluation and discussed
Dangerous Conditions Force Closure Around Former Rock Port Market
The City of Rock Port has placed barricades around the former Rock Port Market due to its deteriorating condition, which poses a safety risk. The building, owned by a deceased individual in Florida, is starting to collapse
Evergy announces finalists for 2026 Hometown Grants; public voting now open
Evergy truck By RYAN SKAITH Evergy has narrowed a record-breaking pool of applicants down to 10 finalists for its 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program. The public will now determine which three organizations receive funding through
Nate Jeter Named New Director of Northwest Technical School
Nate Jeter has been appointed as the new director of the Northwest Technical School, starting on July 1. The school offers hands-on learning in various fields such as agriculture, automotive technology, and health science. Jeter, a local
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Evergy announces finalists for 2026 Hometown Grants; public voting now open
Evergy has narrowed a record-breaking pool of applicants down to 10 finalists for its 2026 Connecting for Good Hometown Grants Program. The public will now determine which three organizations receive funding through a community vote on Evergy’s
Afghan man who worked with U.S. forces dies after one day in ICE custody
A 41-year-old Afghan refugee who once worked alongside U.S. forces has died less than a day after being detained by immigration authorities in North Texas, prompting calls from relatives and community leaders for an independent investigation. Mohammad
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles reveals early breast cancer diagnosis
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer, but plans to remain in her role while undergoing treatment, President Trump announced Monday. Trump shared the news in a post on Truth
2 hospitalized after pickup rolls on icy NW Mo. highway
DAVIESS COUNTY —Two people were injured in an accident just before 7:30a.m. Monday in Daviess County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reported a 2012 Dodge Ram driven by a 33-year-old Milwaukee, Wisconsin, man was southbound on Interstate