Videos for July 25, 2010
Overnight weather for July 26, 2010
Temperatures will cool to the high 60s overnight with partly cloudy skies. Monday will be warmer but temperatures won't quite reach the 90s. Isolated storms are possible.
Published on July 25, 2010
A new Star Wars exhibit opened in Topeka last week. The exhibit is full of collectibles and costumed workers and runs until October 10.
Published on July 25, 2010
Sunflower State Games wrapping up
The annual Sunflower State Games festival wrapped up this weekend. The amateur sporting event features 6,500 participants and more than 40 different events.
Published on July 25, 2010
Franklin County community mourns loss
Franklin County law enforcement honored the memory of one of their own Sunday after Samuel Smith died in a car accident during the weekend. The 23-year-old deputy was responding to a call when he lost control of his vehicle and struck a tree.
Published on July 25, 2010
Candidates' eyes on governor seat
Two republican candidates are vying for the seat of Kansas governor. The polls for the primary open August 3.
Published on July 25, 2010
New, more numerous traffic signs considered
The Kansas Department of Transportation is considering installing more and potentially larger signs on Leavenworth County Road 1 near the K-32 highway. Recent injury accidents have prompted expedited discussions.
Published on July 25, 2010
Humane society advising care for pets
During the hot summer months, humane society workers see numerous cases of animal abuse. Officials at the Lawrence Humane Society are urging pet owners to take precautions to care for their pets.
Published on July 25, 2010
With the state of the economy on the downward slide, more people are investing in things that have stood the test of time, such as precious metals. A local coin shop has been doing well thanks to collectors and investors alike.
Published on July 25, 2010
4-H pet show about more than animals
The 4-H pet show took place Saturday as Douglas County prepares for the annual county fair. Kids who showed their pets had to research their animals and the event helped them work on their communication skills.
Published on July 25, 2010
The Kansas City T-Bones are on a hot streak. With a 10-1 victory against the Rockford RiverHawks, the 'Bones took a two-game advantage on the next best team.
Published on July 25, 2010
Spicy pickle eating contest crowns champ
Shawnee County residents turned out during the weekend to take part in a spicy pickle eating contest. The winning contestant managed to consume 23 spicy pickles.
Published on July 25, 2010
Truth Test: Putting Tiahrt's ad under the microscope
Lawrence Journal-World reporter Scott Rothschild takes a look at the claims made in one of Todd Tiahrt's campaign ads.
Published on July 25, 2010
Truth Test: Putting Moran's ad under the microscope
Lawrence Journal-World reporter Scott Rothschild takes a look at the claims made in one of Jerry Moran's campaign ads.
Published on July 25, 2010
Auctioneer Mark Elston at the July 18 coin show at the Douglas County Fairgrounds discusses the ins and outs of coin collecting.
Published on July 25, 2010
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