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Buying candy, soda with food stamps banned under proposed Kansas bill

Thursday, February 6 by Kansas Reflector

TOPEKA — Purchasing soda and candy with food stamps would no longer be permitted under a proposed Kansas bill, but whether the federal government would accept the move is unclear. Previous efforts to request waivers from the rules of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, under which food stamps are funded and administered to states,... Read More.

McBride scores 16 as Oral Roberts knocks off Kansas City 73-67

Sunday, February 2 by The Associated Press

By The Associated Press TULSA, Okla. (AP) — Issac McBride scored 16 points as Oral Roberts beat Kansas City 73-67 on Saturday night. McBride shot just 3 for 9 from the field (and only 1 for 5 from 3-point range,) but added 9 of 10 from the free-throw line for the Golden Eagles (6-16, 2-7 Summit... Read More.

For Area Businesses: Is the “$26,000 Per Employee” Tax Refund legit?

Thursday, May 4 by Lyman James

Quick answer: It is. The program has been heavily promoted on radio, tv and through social media, leading to many questions. The Employee Retention Credit is a payroll tax refund program that provides critical support to businesses that kept employees on payroll during the pandemic. With the recent regulation change, even businesses that... Read More.

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Kansas Bank Robbery Suspect Killed in Oklahoma Highway Patrol Shootout

Friday, March 24 by Lyman James

A bank robbery suspect is dead after a shootout with Oklahoma Highway Patrol Friday afternoon. Earlier this afternoon, Wellington's Impact Bank had a robbery occur, closing down their lobby. The suspect then fled the scene. It is unknown if this suspect is the shootout victim. Trooper Foster with the OHP said the incident started when the... Read More.

Kansas Officially Kickoffs Sportsbooks For Wagering At State-Owned Casinos Sept. 1

Monday, August 22 by Lyman James

Sportsbooks at Kansas’ four state-owned casinos can begin accepting wagers in person and on mobile platforms starting Sept. 1 and will officially open Sept. 8. According to a news release from the governor's office, sports wagering, like all gaming in Kansas, is owned by the state and operated by the Kansas Lottery. Under temporary rules... Read More.

SE Kansas Man Arrested for Theft, Drug & Weapons Charges, and Mistreatment of Elder Persons

Wednesday, July 27 by Lyman James

Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI) agents arrested a Parsons man for theft, mistreatment of elder persons, and several drugs and weapons charges. On July 26, at approximately 3:45 p.m., KBI agents arrested Stacy T. Oliver, 55, near 1528 Main St. in Parsons, Kansas. Oliver was arrested for felony theft, two counts of mistreatment of an... Read More.

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Gov. Kelly In Winfield Tuesday For Kansas Veterans Cemetery Dedication; Tours Ladybird Brewing

Wednesday, June 15 by Lyman James

Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly was in Winfield Tuesday to commemorate the expansion of the columbarium wall at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Winfield. She also toured Ladybird Brewing in Winfield and met with business owners Laura and Kaydee Riggs-Johnson. At the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, Kelly said the dedication and ribbon-cutting for the expansion of the... Read More.

Trimmer Files To Run For Kansas House Seat

Monday, June 13 by Lyman James

Kris Trimmer, a former Winfield High School teacher, filed for the Kansas House 79th district as a Democrat on Friday, according to a press release from Trimmer Monday. The seat is currently held by Republican Cheryl Helmer and the district includes Winfield, Udall, Oxford and Belle Plaine. It does not include Ark City. "I always encouraged... Read More.

Resurfacing Greenlit For May 31 On North Summit From Kansas Avenue To Radio Lane

Monday, May 23 by Lyman James

Resurfacing work on North Summit Street between Kansas Avenue and Radio Lane will begin May 31. According to a news release from the City of Ark City Monday morning, the project will consist of milling down the old surface and overlaying a new asphalt surface on this section of Summit Street, base repairs, sidewalk repairs,... Read More.

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Missing Kansas boy found in Noble County

Friday, May 20 by Lyman James

On 05-19-2022 at approximately 2000 hours, the state of Kansas issued an Amber Alert for a missing child out of Rosehill, Kansas. It was report an unidentified male subject and the child's biological mother took the child from his school and left in a VW Jetta. The Jetta was later located in Arkansas City,... Read More.

Kansas Food Bank Launches Website To Help Those In Need Find Local Food Pantries

Wednesday, May 18 by Lyman James

Households seeking food assistance have a much easier way to find help thanks to a project supported by the Sunflower Foundation, according to a press release from the Kansas Food Bank Wednesday. A new website - www.kansasfoodsource.org - is designed to help people in need of food assistance find pantry locations in... Read More.

Dye Signs with Kansas Wesleyan

Thursday, May 12 by Lyman James

Ponca City High School senior Grant Dye has signed with Kansas Wesleyan to play basketball this fall. Pictured, front row from left, are Emma (sister), Jennifer (mom), Grant and Brian (dad), and back row, Anthony Monson, KSW, Jordan Murdock, KSW and Ivan McFarlin.