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63% of Kansas Faces Drought; Ellis County 'Abnormally Dry'

63% of Kansas Faces Drought; Ellis County 'Abnormally Dry'

Kansas is experiencing significant drought conditions, with over 60% of the state affected, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor's latest report released on August 13, 2026. Ellis County, in particular, is categorized as 'abnormally dry' as of August 11. The state has been grappling with hot and dry weather, which has exacerbated the situation. However, relief may be on the horizon as the weather forecast predicts rain and thunderstorms starting Thursday night and continuing through Monday.
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Diocese of Wichita to Transform St. Joseph House of Formation into St. Philip Neri Seminary

Diocese of Wichita to Transform St. Joseph House of Formation into St. Philip Neri Seminary

The Diocese of Wichita in Kansas has announced a significant development in its religious education infrastructure. The St. Joseph House of Formation, which has been serving as a place for priestly formation, will be officially transformed into the St. Philip Neri Seminary. This change is set to take effect on August 26, 2026, as announced by the Most Reverend Carl A. Kemme. The decision to establish the seminary is seen as a fulfillment of a vision that has been in consideration for over two decades. The seminary is named after St. Philip Neri, a 16th-century saint known for his joyful spirit and dedication to forming priests. The transformation marks a historic milestone for the diocese, which has been successfully forming men during their college years for the past nine years.
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Kansas Newspaper Raid Settlements Highlight Lack of Accountability

Kansas Newspaper Raid Settlements Highlight Lack of Accountability

In the aftermath of a controversial raid on the Marion County Record newspaper in Kansas, significant financial settlements have been reached, but officials have yet to take full responsibility. Reporter Phyllis Zorn received $850,000, and Marion County previously paid $3 million to journalists and a city councilor. Despite these payouts, there has been no comprehensive apology from those who authorized the raid, which violated First Amendment rights. The raid's impact was profound, with personal and professional repercussions for those involved.
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Cheyenne Wells Braces for Severe Weather This Weekend

Cheyenne Wells Braces for Severe Weather This Weekend

Cheyenne County, Colorado, is facing daily storm chances throughout the weekend, with Saturday posing the highest risk for severe weather. The National Weather Service in Goodland, Kansas, has warned of damaging wind gusts potentially reaching 75 mph, large hail up to two inches in diameter, and localized flooding due to heavy rainfall. Friday night will see an 80% chance of showers and thunderstorms, while Saturday evening is expected to bring the most significant severe weather threat. Sunday will be cooler with a high near 80°F (26.7°C) and a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms after 3 p.m. The weather is expected to calm down and warm up starting Monday. (Source: Kiowa County Press)
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Heat Advisory Issued for Wichita, Kansas Amid High Temperatures

Heat Advisory Issued for Wichita, Kansas Amid High Temperatures

A Heat Advisory has been issued for Wichita, Kansas, effective Friday, August 14, 2026, from 1:00 PM CDT to 9:00 PM CDT. The advisory warns of very high temperatures, with a forecasted high of 105°F (40.6°C) during the day. Winds are expected to blow from the south at speeds of 10 to 20 mph. The evening will bring slightly cooler conditions, with a low of 79°F (26.1°C) and similar wind speeds. The National Weather Service has categorized the advisory as 'Moderate' in severity, with an 'Expected' urgency and 'Likely' certainty. Residents are urged to take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses during this period. (Source time: August 14, 2026 @ 8:19 AM CDT)
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Heat Advisory Issued for Wichita, Kansas Amid Extreme Heat

Heat Advisory Issued for Wichita, Kansas Amid Extreme Heat

A Heat Advisory has been issued for Wichita, Kansas, as temperatures soar to dangerous levels. The advisory is in effect from 12:00 PM CDT to 9:00 PM CDT on Thursday, August 12, 2026. The National Weather Service has categorized this advisory as 'Moderate' in severity, with a high likelihood of occurrence. Residents are urged to take precautions as the heat index values are expected to exceed safe thresholds, posing risks of heat-related illnesses. This advisory follows a similar warning that expired on Wednesday evening, indicating a prolonged period of extreme heat in the region.
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Former Neosho County Prosecutor Convicted of Perjury in Kansas

Former Neosho County Prosecutor Convicted of Perjury in Kansas

A Kansas jury has convicted former Neosho County Attorney Linus Thuston of felony perjury. Thuston was found guilty of lying under oath about a meeting with a woman after exchanging explicit photos. The retrial, held at the Neosho County Courthouse, focused on two felony perjury charges after a previous jury failed to reach a verdict. Thuston, who retired in 2024, had previously pleaded guilty to misdemeanor financial crimes. The case has drawn attention due to allegations of misconduct during Thuston's tenure as prosecutor.
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America voted on its favorite sandwich. See who won

America voted on its favorite sandwich. See who won

Hellmann’s asked Americans to vote in a 50-state sandwich bracket. See which iconic sandwich took the crown.
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Former reporter settles lawsuit over Kansas newspaper raid for $850K

Former reporter settles lawsuit over Kansas newspaper raid for $850K

Former Marion County Record reporter Phyllis Zorn settled her lawsuit over the 2023 police raid on the Kansas newspaper.
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A Kansas town will pay $850K to end a reporter's lawsuit over a 2023 raid on her paper's offices

A Kansas town will pay $850K to end a reporter's lawsuit over a 2023 raid on her paper's offices

A small Kansas town has agreed to pay $850,000 to a former reporter at its weekly newspaper to end her federal lawsuit over a police raid of the paper’s offices in 2023 that ignited a national furor over press freedom
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Tyson Foods Restructures Beef Operations Amid Cattle Shortages

Tyson Foods Restructures Beef Operations Amid Cattle Shortages

Tyson Foods Restructures Beef Operations Amid Cattle Shortages
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24 DAYS TO 2026 KICKOFF: Tanner West

24 DAYS TO 2026 KICKOFF: Tanner West

BracketCat counts down the 24th day until the 2026 kickoff with a profile of Kansas State running back Tanner West.