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Five questions: Roll up a sleeve
05:47 p.m., August 21, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment offers tips to consider when contemplating getting immunized.
Special teams football camp to be offered in Basehor in June
May 17, 2012
The academy, open to incoming seventh-graders through graduating seniors, will take place at Basehor-Linwood High School from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on June 15.
Stages of support
A mom’s work is never done
05:08 p.m., May 8, 2012 Updated 10:24 a.m.
Mothers are supportive of their children, whether they’re cheering along the sidelines at a soccer game or getting a costume lined up for a school play.
State health officials warn of increase in rabies
March 29, 2012
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports that 13 animals have tested positive for rabies in the state since Jan. 1 and is reminding the public to have their animals vaccinated against rabies by a veterinarian.
Jobs fair planned April 10 at Great Mall
First hour is veterans-only
12:00 p.m., March 26, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
Kansas third-district Congressman Kevin Yoder is partnering with Workforce Partnership to hold a Jobs Fair and Resource Expo on April 10 at the Great Mall of the Great Plains, 20700 W. 151st St., Olathe.
Wildlife federation honors Kansas Riverkeeper for conservation efforts
03:53 p.m., March 16, 2012 Updated 12:00 a.m.
The Kansas Wildlife Federation recently honored Kansas Riverkeeper Laura Calwell with a statewide conservation award.
Tornado watch issued for Douglas, Franklin and Jefferson counties
February 28, 2012
The National Weather Service has issued a tornado watch for Douglas, Franklin and Jefferson counties. It is in effect until 1 a.m. Wednesday.
Former Congressman announces he has Alzheimer’s
February 8, 2012
Former U.S. Congressman Dennis Moore has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he announced Wednesday. Following is the letter Moore sent to news outlets and constituents.
Sand in the City to return to Wonderscope this year
January 19, 2012
Wonderscope Children’s Museum will once again play host to Sand in the City KC, the museum announced Thursday.
Four Bonner Springs wrestlers place at Bobcat Classic
January 19, 2012
Basehor-Linwood High School was the site of the annual Bobcat Classic wrestling tournament this weekend, drawing some of the state’s finest competitors across 14 weight classes.

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