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Federal student loan caps set earlier this summer may force Kansas medical students at schools like KansasCOM to use pricier private loans for tuition, raising concerns that the gap will worsen doctor shortages — especially in rural areas.

After a rough summer drought, Botanica is hosting water-saving workshops — inviting Wichita residents to learn practical conservation techniques for homes and gardens.

Monday, Park City hosted its fifth annual Blood Drive Battle—a friendly contest with Valley Center and the Greater Kansas Red Cross.

Donors entered a raffle for a $200 gift certificate while officials said the process took about an hour.

Wichita Wagonmaster's Downtown Chili Cookoff will benefit local nonprofits + bring residents together for chili tasting downtown.

Organizers say the event supports local charities and builds community spirit.

Wichita Police located a 72-year-old man (Robert Falterman) and confirmed he is safe after a statewide silver alert, according to the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

Local pumpkin growers at P and M Pumpkin Ranch and Stems Pumpkin Patch are open for the fall season, relying on precise irrigation systems+targeted water solutions to beat triple-digit summer heat.

The farms urge families to visit their websites for updated hours and activity schedules.

Wichita's Eisenhower National Airport received a $1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Small Community Air Service Development Program Monday, as Senator Jerry Moran announced plans to add a direct east coast route.

The funding will expand services and create business opportunities.

Local Wichita mother Cassandra Clark suffered anaphylactic shock after taking Excedrin for a migraine at work and spent over a week in emergency care, leaving her family with unexpected medical bills.

A friend organized a fundraiser to help them recover as they work toward returning to everyday life.