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Shawnee native competing in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York

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Shawnee native competing in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest in New York

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A man from Shawnee, Kansas, will take on the big dogs in Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest, a Fourth of July competition known around the world.Read Article

Standard Motor Products opens new Kansas, distribution center

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Standard Motor Products opens new Kansas, distribution center

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The Shawnee facility will boost turnaround times for fast-moving products, per the aftermarket auto parts supplier, which also plans to close a nearby site.Read Article

Joseph Alvis Shelton Jr

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Joseph Alvis Shelton Jr

July 12, 1934 — July 2, 2025 Shawnee Joseph Alvis Shelton, Jr., 90, of Shawnee, Kansas, returned to his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on July 12, 1934, in Kansas City, Missouri, Joe was the son of the late Joseph Alvis Shelton, Sr., and Elma Ada (Miller) Shelton of Lee’s Summit, Missouri. He was also preceded in death by his beloved son, Richard Allen “Rick” Shelton of Shawnee. Joe is survived …Read Article

Standard Motor Products, Inc. Opens National Distribution Center in Shawnee, Kansas

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NEW YORK, June 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Standard Motor Products, Inc. (NYSE: SMP) is pleased to announce the opening of its new, state-of-the-art national distribution center in Shawnee, Kansas. The 575,000-square-foot facility was officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on…Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee See the Story

Johnson County Gunfight Aftermath: Suspect Charged For Shooting At Shawnee Police

There's a Hispanic surname involved in this story so that might trigger some of our suburban friends who often seem frazzled by the changing demographics of local suburbia. But . . . As far as we know he's legal . . . Maybe not even a dreamer. For now, here are the basics of the charges . . . Check-it: Read more at tonyskansascity.comShawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article

Shots Fired at Police Officer in Shawnee Early Tuesday Morning

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The Shawnee Police Department is investigating after someone fired shots at an officer Tuesday morning. Shawnee police said around 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, someone shot at an officer near 67th Street and Midland Drive in Shawnee. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV There is an active police presence at the scene with around 10 patrol cars and at least one K-9. FOX4 has a crew at the scene and will update this story as …Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee See the Story

Christian Singles Over 40 Invited to Special Meet-Up in Greater Kansas City

Finding meaningful fellowship as a single Christian over 40 isn’t easy. Many believers in this stage of life report feeling isolated, even within their own church communities. “Church is for worship and guidance, which is vital, but often there aren’t extra social events for singles to connect,” says Erin Burroughs, CEO of GWIA (God’s Will In Action) and one of the event organizers. “We want to change that.” On Saturday, June 28, Christian MeetU…Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article

Ethics commission amasses more than $300,000 in legal bills from investigations

The state ethics commission has amassed legal bills exceeding $300,000 after a Shawnee County judge awarded legal fees to the chief of staff of the former House speaker after the agency largely abandoned an ongoing ethics investigation. Shawnee County District Judge Teresa Watson awarded $70,000 to Paje Resner, who served as the chief of staff to former House Speaker Ron Ryckman Jr. Watson had earlier SSJ This content is restricted to subscribe…Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article

Rep. Sharice Davids Flexes Solar Panels For Shawnee Fire Station

Here's a bit of promo presser coverage for consideration that offers a glimpse of new happy new tech to help save the planet . . . Or at least a few coins off the heating bill. Check-it . . . Read more at tonyskansascity.comShawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article

East Hill Singers, Kansas inmates, share music in Shawnee church

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Inmates from Kansas shared their voices with the public Sunday during a free concert in Shawnee.Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article

Newest, seventh Betty Rae’s location set to open up in Shawnee in early July

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Betty Rae's has plans to open up another store.Shawnee, Kansas · Shawnee Read Article