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Colorado man arrested after traffic stop in Jackson County
MAYETTA, Kan. (WIBW) - A Colorado man was arrested in connection with drug possession following a traffic stop Monday in Jackson County, authorities said. The arrest came shortly after 5 a.m. Monday when a Jackson County sheriff’s deputy conducted a traffic stop near 142nd and US-75 highway. The location was about 2 miles south of Mayetta.
Photo Gallery - An Aurora Seen by Hiawatha Residents and Beyond
On Friday, May 11, an aurora borealis--a natural light display in Earth’s sky--was visible above Hiawatha and the rest of the surrounding area. Included are some photos contributed by people who caught sight of the phenomenon.
Suspect wanted in Kan., Mo. caught hiding in bedroom
JACKSON COUNTY, Kan.— Law enforcement authorities are investigating three suspects on multiple allegations. Just before 8:30 p.m., a Sheriff’s Deputy stopped a grey 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 truck near 182nd and S. Road due to the tag on the vehicle being registered to a different vehicle. The vehicle...
Hiawatha Community Foundation Highlights: About Ruby Slipper Goat Rescue
My name is Lisa Thompson, and I have owned and operated Ruby Slipper Goat Rescue in Northeast Kansas since 2016. Ruby Slipper Goat Rescue is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and has a fund for the rescue during the 2024 Hiawatha Community Foundation Match Days. This rescue was created out of the need for a rescue for farmed animals in the Midwest, specifically goats. I would often hear how these precious animals were euthanized or left to suffer and die when they were no longer wanted due to an illness, injury or congenital disability. I want to make a difference for as many of these animals as I can.
Two rural Kan. men accused of violence in dating app scam
SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on multiple allegations after an incident at a residence in southeast Shawnee County. Just after 1a.m. May 11, sheriff's deputies began investigating a report of kidnapping and robbery at a residence in the 3700 block of SE 23rd Terrace, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.
New CEO joins YWCA Northeast Kansas
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - A new CEO will join YWCA Northeast Kansas. According to YWCA Northeast Kansas officials, they are welcoming Cheri Faunce as their new CEO. Faunce brings to the organization a long career in public sector and nonprofit leadership, most recently as the Vice President of Development for SparkWheel. She officially starts her role on Thursday, May 16.
HES kids check out Careers on Wheels
Kids from Hiawatha Elementary School were shown different careers--and the vehicles that came with them--on Friday, May 10. Different organizations were present to show kids what they did for a living as well show off their different vehicles.
Repairs set for Highway 36 west of St. Joseph
Drivers traveling between Missouri and Kansas in the St. Joseph area will face delays beginning Wednesday as a resurfacing project begins on Highway 36. A $7.5 million mill and overlay project will cover four miles starting just west of the Missouri River bridges and going to the 165th Road interchange in Doniphan County.
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