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Another Kind of Little House on the Prairie. Murder on the plains: the Bloody Benders

The Cherryvale Historical Museum displays a collection of artifacts found at the Benders’ cabin that includes three hammers believed to have been used in their crimes. The Kansas Museum of History in Topeka has a knife with reddish-brown stains that is associated with the murders and a sign advertising the Benders’ cabin as an inn.

Cherryvale, KS · 2d
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SEK Area Agency on Aging seeks hot meal kitchen to serve homebound seniors in southeast Kansas

The SEK Area Agency on Aging serves adults 60 and older across nine counties in southeast Kansas. A recent one-time grant helped the agency buy a van that can transport hot meals from kitchens in Coffeyville and Pittsburg. The agency has a waiting list of more than 380 people who need home-delivered meals. The agency is seeking another kitchen in the region to cook hot meals for Allen, Neosho and Woodson counties, which currently receive only frozen meals. It also plans to add meal sites.

Pittsburg, KS · 20h

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A look at the tent camp at 2nd Street Park

Many people in Fort Scott have heard about the tents at 2nd Street Park, also known as Bridal Veil Park, but have not seen them. This photo, taken Nov. 3, shows at least six tents near the park’s pavilion, several of them covered with tarps. The city has said...

Fort Scott, KS · 3d
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Nov. 11, 1911: Temperatures plummet, people die as strongest cold front in history stuns central U.S.

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - A historic day for extreme weather remains a fascinating case for meteorologists and everyday people alike, 115 years later. On Nov. 11, 1911, the strongest cold front in recorded history made its way across the Midwest. The extreme event, dubbed “the Great Blue Norther,” saw temperatures drop up to 50 degrees in one hour and up to 90 degrees in 24 hours.

Wichita, KS · 1d
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Girard’s Smith signs NLI to play baseball at the University of Arkansas

From a Trojan to a Razorback, Kam Smith will continue his athletic career at the next-level, playing for the University of Arkansas. SIGNING:

Girard, KS · 1d

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County’s computer contractor wants $95 an hour to search records; one resident’s request shows the cost

FORT SCOTT — Bourbon County commissioners on Monday will take up a question that affects anyone who asks the county for public records: who pays when the county’s computer contractor has to search county email?. Stronghold Data of Joplin, Mo., which runs the county’s computer systems, says those...

Bourbon County, KS · 3d

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Women's Basketball Signs Burlington High Standout Mac Medlock for 2027-28

OTTAWA, Kan. – Ottawa University head women's basketball coach has announced the signing of Mac Medlock for the 2027-28 season. Medlock is from Burlington, Kan., and attends Burlington High School. Medlock is a 5-11 shooting guard/small forward for the Lady Cats. She is a three-time All-League selection in basketball...

Ottawa, KS · 1d

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No exceptions, even for commissioners: County bars personal use of its property

FORT SCOTT — Bourbon County employees can no longer use county vehicles, equipment or property for personal purposes, and commissioners can’t grant exceptions, under a policy adopted Nov. 2. The vote was 3-1, with Commissioner Joe Allen voting against. Commissioner Mika Milburn-Kee removed language that would have let...

Bourbon County, KS · 2d

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Four Generations Share National Honor Society Legacy

On Tuesday, November 3rd, a rare occasion occurred at Southeast High School, Cherokee, KS. Four consecutive generations of National Honor Society members were gathered in one place. Evelyn Garner graduated in 1961 and was a member; her son, Bill Garner, graduated in 1981 and was also a member. Bill and Cindy Garner’s daughter, Dr.Sarah (Garner) Maxton, graduated in 2005 and was a member as well. Her son, sophomore James Maxton, was inducted at Southeast High School, making the fourth consecutive generation to be in the National Honor Society. According to the NHS website, this specific milestone is exceptionally rare due to both the historical timeline of the organization and the shifting criteria for selection.

Cherokee, KS · 1d

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City celebrates 16 employees for milestone years of service

On Tuesday, the City of Pittsburg celebrated 16 employees who dedicated a combined total of 315 years of service to the city and community. The staff were also recognized by the League of Kansas Municipalities. Their years of service were shared across the state of Kansas. Municipal Court Judge Frederick...

Pittsburg, KS · 2d

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Cowley College volleyball sweeps Labette, heads to nationals for sixth straight year

Cowley College’s volleyball team is headed back to the national tournament for the sixth year in a row. The Lady Tigers, ranked No. 2 in NJCAA Division II, beat Labette 25-15, 27-25, 25-18 on Saturday in Arkansas City to win the Plains District A title and the automatic berth that comes with it.

Arkansas City, KS · 1d

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Tree Removal Project: S. Elm & S Locust

Starting on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, a contractor will begin the removal of trees in the right of ways. The contractor will begin at E. Cleveland and S. Elm and continue to work North to 4th Street. Over the next couple of weeks, the contractor will be working on both S. Elm and S. Locust in these areas.

Pittsburg, KS · 1d

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Frontenac Public Library and McKay Street Coffeehouse have successful first year

When the Frontenac Public Library opened its doors, with McKay Street Coffeehouse and the Heritage Hall Museum in the same building, director Seth Nutt wanted it to become a community hub. One year later, he believes it has. “We continue to have new people come into the coffee shop and...

Frontenac, KS · 1d

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Frontenac’s Wiemers signs to play baseball at Pitt State

Frontenac baseball player Brock Wiemers signed his National Letter of Intent to play for Pitt State. SIGNING:

Frontenac, KS · 1d

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Gorillas Close Out Season Against #7 Bearcats in Kansas City

PITTSBURG -- The Pittsburg State University football team will travel to Kansas City, Kan., Saturday (Nov. 14) to meet Northwest Missouri State University in the regular season finale at Sporting Park, home to Sporting KC of Major League Soccer. Kickoff is set for 1:30 p.m. Pitt State will bring a...

Pittsburg, KS · 2d