City discussing regulations for portable toilets during game days

Oread neighborhood residents have complained about the unsightly toilets during football games, but worry what would happen if they weren't available.

Published on August 10, 2010

Recent high school graduates honored after saving woman from attack

The two teens were recognized at today's city commission meeting.

Published on August 10, 2010

Interim police chief chosen to replace Ron Olin

Tarik Khatib will serve as interim chief and has expressed interest in taking over the job altogether.

Published on August 10, 2010

Government claims money from Tonganoxie business that owes taxes

B&J Country Mart and BP gas station in Tonganoxie owe about $132,000 in taxes.

Published on August 10, 2010

Eudora interim fire chief takes full-time job

Chris Moore has accepted the position as Eudora fire chief. He already serves as Wakarusa fire chief.

Published on August 10, 2010

Humane society full of dogs from raids and breeders

The shelter took in about 30 animals from a raid in Montana and also took in dogs from a breeder who said she could no longer care for her animals. These animals are available for adoption immediately.

Published on August 10, 2010

Overnight weather for August 11, 2010

Tonight we could see some isolated thunderstorms and temperatures around 76. Tomorrow we'll be right up around 100 again.

Published on August 10, 2010

Residents build mud forts to learn about Civil War

About two dozen residents dug in the mud of the banks of the Kansas River to learn how the area was used in Civil War times.

Published on August 10, 2010

State awarded federal money for new seatbelt law

The state got an $11 million check for its new seatbelt law.

Published on August 10, 2010

40-year-old McDonalds torn down

The new restaurant, being built right next to the old one, is set to open in late September.

Published on August 10, 2010

Second race coming to Kansas Speedway

The second race also means a new racetrack casino, set to open in 2012.

Published on August 10, 2010

Westar gives tips for keeping energy bill down and outages low

The company said to avoid running major appliances, like a dishwasher, during daytime hours when it's hottest.

Published on August 10, 2010

Toben Opurum ready to run again

The KU football player was injured in week 11 last season and hasn't been able to practice as much as he wanted, but he's back and ready to play.

Published on August 10, 2010

Fire caused by improper disposal of coal

The cause of a fire in the backyard of a Tennessee Street house was determined today.

Published on August 10, 2010

Residents protest LHS tennis courts

Members of Centennial neighborhood are unhappy with how loud people on the courts already are.

Published on August 10, 2010

Two teens honored by city after stopping attack

Nathaniel Mehl and Aidan Waugh stopped an attack on a bike path earlier this summer. They were honored today at the city commission meeting, and an area businessman gave them $1,000 to go toward school expenses.

Published on August 10, 2010

2010 KU football Media Day, part 5

Head coach Turner Gill addressed the media at the 2010 KU football Media Day.

Published on August 10, 2010

2010 KU football Media Day, part 4

Head coach Turner Gill addressed the media at the 2010 KU football Media Day.

Published on August 10, 2010

2010 KU football Media Day, part 3

Head coach Turner Gill addressed the media at the 2010 KU football Media Day.

Published on August 10, 2010

2010 KU football Media Day, part 2

Head coach Turner Gill addressed the media at the 2010 KU football Media Day.

Published on August 10, 2010

2010 KU football Media Day, part 1

Head coach Turner Gill addressed the media at the 2010 KU football Media Day.

Published on August 10, 2010

City's first McDonalds demolished

Diana Rhodes and Liz Campbell, two women who both worked at the McDonalds on 23rd Street, talk about the 40-year-old restaurant that is being demolished and replaced with a new building.

Published on August 10, 2010

Commuter Forecast for Aug. 10, 2010

Outside of the heat, it looks like fairly smooth sailing for the evening commute.

Published on August 10, 2010

6 Weather Forecast for Aug. 10, 2010

The heat wave continues today with afternoon highs soaring into the upper 90s and lower triple-digits. No significant break in the heat is expected to arrive until the weekend. Heat index values will again approach dangerous levels when factoring in the humidity. Make sure you drink plenty of water if you plan on spending extended periods of time outdoors.

Published on August 10, 2010

Commuter forecast for August 10, 2010

It's going to be another scorcher today and temperatures are starting in the 80s.

Published on August 10, 2010

Firefighters put out fire in Tennessee Street backyard

Police shut off the 1300 block of Tennessee Street to deal with a fire that caught in the backyard of 1315 Tennessee Street.

Published on August 10, 2010