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Army Tests Robotic Coyotes to Defend Fighter Jets

Offbeat · Wichita

Army Tests Robotic Coyotes to Defend Fighter Jets

53% Center coverage: 19 sources

Sure, “robots versus birds” may sound like a low-budget sci-fi movie franchise. But for the Army Corps of Engineers’ Engineer Research and Development Center, it’s actually a savvy solution to a problem that has long threatened the military’s most sophisticated and powerful aviation platforms at their home stations.ERDC is working on prototypes of unmanned ground vehicles, or UGVs, that can be deployed across airfields to scare off birds and oth…See the Story

Man Accused of Causing 2-Year-Old's Death Charged with Reckless Homicide

Wichita · Wichita

Man Accused of Causing 2-Year-Old's Death Charged with Reckless Homicide

100% Center coverage: 3 sources

James Vanderleest, the Green Bay man accused of causing a 2-year-old's death, was charged with first-degree reckless homicide on Wednesday.He is also charged with obstructing an officer, and six counts of bail jumping.Prosecutors say on June 22, Vanderleest was taking care of his ex-girlfriend's two-year-old boy at a home on Alpine Drive in Green Bay when the child suffered life threatening injuries which James said came from a fall down the sta…See the Story

Cessna Grand Caravan EX to Feature New Executive Interior Options, Expanding Opportunities for Elevated Missions

Wichita · Wichita

Cessna Grand Caravan EX to Feature New Executive Interior Options, Expanding Opportunities for Elevated Missions

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul 15, 2025-See the Story

Shockers' Nick Potter drafted by Astros in fifth round of MLB Draft

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

WICHITA, Kan. – Wichita State junior right-handed pitcher Nick Potter was selected in the 5th Round of the 2025 MLB Draft by the Houston Astros on Monday afternoon. Potter was the 156th overall selection.Astros · Wichita See the Story

New contract brings Wichita superintendent to about $385,000 in salary and benefits

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Wichita Board of Education unanimously approved a three-year contract with Kelly Bielefeld. It includes a new agreement that the concept for a microschool launched last fall is Bielefeld’s intellectual property.Wichita · Wichita See the Story

Several local students among spring 2025 WSU graduates

More than 1,950 students recently completed a total of 2,122 degrees and certificates at Wichita State University for the spring 2025 semester. Several students from Derby and the surrounding area were among those receiving their diplomas.Derby, Kansas · Derby Read Article

Kansas congressman rises to honor fallen congressional intern

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Tarpinian-Jachym was one of three shot on the night of June 30. He later died on July 1 after life-saving efforts failed. Kansas congressman Ron Estes took a moment to recognize and celebrate Tarpinian-Jachym's life, and his legacy on the…Wichita · Wichita Read Article

Meet Wyandotte County’s District 5 candidates: A doctor, a retired public administrator and an educator

Half of the 11-member Unified Government Board of Commissioners is up for election this fall, with the potential to shape budget, housing and development decisions across Wyandotte County for the next four years. That board is the chief governing body for the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas. Three candidates are running in the Aug. 5 primary to represent District 5, where Mike Kane has decided not to run for reelec…Housing · Wichita Read Article

City of Wichita, McConnell AFB launch affordable childcare program for military families

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The City of Wichita is partnering with McConnell Air Force base and Child Start to create “Operation Child Care,” an initiative that aims to provide affordable childcare services to military families.Wichita · Wichita Read Article

Shocker basketball transfer has unique joy in what it takes to win

Wichita State men’s basketball transfer Karon Boyd has a certain way of playing that stands out in the eyes of head coach Paul Mills. Earlier in July, Boyd said during a podcast with the Roundhouse that he likes “taking the joy” from offenses that he goes up against. What makes that joy even more frightening for the opposition is that the senior forward can practically defend all players on the floor. “His ability to guard the best on-ball guy o…Basketball · Wichita Read Article

Rotary Club installs new president

As of July, the Derby Rotary Club has new leadership, with Derby Public Schools Superintendent Heather Bohaty taking over as club president — bringing a strong commitment to service and community to the role. Bohaty took over the position from…Derby, Kansas · Derby Read Article

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