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2024 New Year's resolution audiences
It’s almost the start of a new year, and that means it’s time to make plans for your 2024 marketing strategy. With resolutions being top of mind at the start of a new year, from living healthier lifestyles to traveling more often – there is an opportunity to capture customers with well-targeted messaging. But how do you know which audiences are most interested in these goals?
True freshman Reaves a rising star for WSU
Wichita State freshman, Austin Reaves, has made a big splash since the start of the season, quickly becoming a fan-favorite inside the Roundhouse. Part of what makes Reaves such a great player is his work ethic and love of the game. Spencer Reaves', Austin's older brother, may have been one of the biggest factors in developing him into the player he is today. Pushing Reaves to learn the game and play at the highest level.
Schnell wins 2018 Wichita Open
The final round of the 2018 Wichita Open ended in thrilling fashion. A three-way tie led to a two-hole playoff where Nebraska-native Brady Schnell came away with the eventual victory. Schnell opened tournament play with a 2-over-par scorecard, but redeemed the rough start with back-to-back six-under-par rounds. Schnell's win came with a check for $112,500 and pushes him a step closer to a spot on the PGA Tour. The 33-year-old will play in The British Open beginning July 19th.
Landry Shamet drafted by 76ers 26th overall
Wichita State guard Landry Shamet was selected by the Philadelphia 76ers in the first round of the 2018 NBA Draft, 26th overall Thurday night. Shamet is the first player drafted in the first round for the Shockers since Xavier McDaniel in 1985 and the first draft pick out of Wichita State since Cleanthony Early in 2014.
Two players in lead after day one of Wichita Open
A northerly wind wreaked havoc on the first round of the Wichita Open on Thursday. Four under par was the score to beat for most of round one. Posted by José de Jesús Rodríguez early in the day, the lead was finally taken over in the late afternoon by both Sebastian Cappelen and Ben Kohles who each turned in scorecards of five under par. KU grad and Independence native Chris Thompson turned in an even par on day one.
Shocker softball earns at-large bid
There was some question as to whether or not Wichita State softball had put together a good enough resume to land an at-large bid to the NCAA Tournament enter the weekend, but the question was answered tonight during the televised selection show. The Shockers heard their name called as an at-large bid in the Fayetteville Regional. WSU will have a rematch with Oklahoma State on Friday afternoon in game one of the double elimination tournament.
Military basketball league hosts Wichita tournament
For a second straight season the Central US Military Basketball League is hosting its end of season tournament at Koch Arena this weekend. The league brings 15 teams from military bases in 10 states comprised of military members who have turned in their boots for sneakers and take to the hardwood and battle it out for a spot in Sunday's final four on the Shockers' home floor.
Kobach running with ex-rival Hartman in Kansas governor bid
Kris Kobach has picked Wichita businessman and former Republican rival Wink Hartman as his running mate in his campaign for Kansas governor. The secretary of state announced Hartman's selection Wednesday as he kicked off a four-city bus tour in Topeka. Kobach said as lieutenant governor, Hartman would function like a corporate chief operating officer and audit state agencies. Hartman owns a family of oil industry companies.
Several injured in Kansas school bus crash
A school bus accident in Southwest Kansas left more than a dozen people needing medical treatment. The accident happened Monday afternoon at the intersection of U.S. Highway 160 and Ontario Road in Meade County. Kansas Highway Patrol troopers said the Southwestern Heights USD 483 bus was trying to go west on the highway when it pulled into the path of a semi tractor trailer. The two vehicles collided and the bus then hit a SUV.
Missing 2-year-old Kansas girl found dead; man arrested
Kansas authorities say a missing 2-year-old girl has been found dead and a man has been arrested for her alleged murder. The Kansas Bureau of Investigation said in a news release that Iviona Lewis, of Hoisington, was found dead in rural Barton County. Officer arrested 25-year-old Chaz Stephens for second-degree murder. The KBI said he is from Hoisington and was an acquaintance of Lewis. The KBI said once an autopsy is complete, charged will be filed by the Barton County attorney's office.
Wichita, Kansas News, Weather, Sports - Suspect in Garden City chase had young children in minivan, poli
Police in Garden City have arrested a man who allegedly led them on a chase with his two young children unrestrained in his minivan. Officers were patrolling the 3300 block of North Campus Drive at around 1 a.m. Wednesday when they saw a Dodge Caravan veering left of center. Capt. Randy Ralston said a slow-speed chase began at Campus and Highway 50 and ended at the East Garden Village mobile home park. The suspect, 32-year-old Augrelio Deleon, was taken into custody without incident, Capt.
Mother, daughter charged in man's killing at Kansas lake
Authorities have charged a woman with helping to orchestrate the killing of her mother's boyfriend at a northeast Kansas lake and her mother on suspicion of helping cover up for her. Eighteen-year-old Ashlyn Hemmerling is jailed on $1 million bond on a first-degree murder charge in the death of 22-year-old Taylor Sawyer, whose body was found March 14 at Perry Lake. Hemmerling's mother, 37-year-old Sarah Hemmerling, is jailed on $100,000 bond on an obstruction charge.
Shockers grant Alex Lomax full release
Wichita State men's basketball lost a signee for the class of 2018 Tuesday afternoon when Alex Lomax requested and was granted a full release from his commitment. Lomax, a Memphis East star, has been mentored by Penny Hardaway since the 5th grade and when Hardaway was named head coach at Memphis Tuesday afternoon, it was an clear to Shocker head coach Gregg Marshall what the right call was in the situation. "I have a lot of respect for Alex Lomax and his family," Marshall said in a statement.
Wichita, Kansas News, Weather, Sports - High School Sports
High school basketball scores - Feb 9th2018-02-10T04:17:01ZHigh school basketball scores from across Kansas from Friday, Februay 9th. Northwest's Marcus Hicks is enjoying the ride of big time college recruiting2018-02-09T03:57:37ZTo say that Northwest junior Marcus Hicks is a hot recruit is an understatement. The Class of 2019 defensive end has nearly 20 offers already from schools like Oklahoma, Texas, Notre Dame, Michigan and K-State.
Northwest's Marcus Hicks is enjoying the ride of big time college recruiting
To say that Northwest junior Marcus Hicks is a hot recruit is an understatement. The Class of 2019 defensive end has nearly 20 offers already from schools like Oklahoma, Texas, Notre Dame, Michigan and K-State. As his recruitment continues to pick up, he’s not alone.
Emergency official: 5 missing after Oklahoma rig explosion
An emergency official says five people are missing after an explosion at a drilling rig in eastern Oklahoma. Pittsburg County Emergency Manager Director Kevin Enloe tells KOTV that at least three medical helicopters landed at the site following the Monday morning explosion. He says five people are missing. The explosion occurred west of the town of Quinton, about 100 miles (161 kilometers) southeast of Tulsa.
Shockers fall to No. 17 in AP hoops poll
Shockers fall to No. 17 in AP hoops poll Posted: Monday, January 22, 2018 12:04 PM EST Updated: Monday, January 22, 2018 12:06 PM EST written by Associated Press The top 25 teams in The Associated Press' men's college basketball poll, with first-place votes in parentheses, records through Jan. 21, total points based on 25 points for a first-place vote through one point for a 25th-place vote and last week's ranking: Record Pts Pvs 1.
Wichita, Kansas News, Weather, Sports - Wichita police captain accused of shoving teen ref charged with
An Wichita police captain accused of shoving a teenage referee during a youth basketball game in Augusta has been charged with battery and disorderly conduct. Augusta City Prosecutor Benjamin Winters on Monday announced the charges, both misdemeanors, against Kevin Mears. Following the incident, Mears was placed on paid leave and then unpaid leave. The incident happened Saturday, January 12, at a game involving fifth and sixth grade students. The captain was off-duty at the time.
Security increased at Wichita West High after social media post
Closings & DelaysThe latest list of school and weather-related closings and delays. Valley Center teen dies after rollover crash written by KAKE Newskake.news2018-01-21T23:06:23Z2018-01-21T19:37:38Z2018-01-21T23:06:23ZA morning rollover crash kills one teen and injures another. The accident happened on I-135 near Harry Street exit around 9:43 a.m. this morning.
15-year-old girl hurt in Texas school shooting
The Latest on a shooting at a Texas high school (all times local): Authorities say a 15-year-old female student has been airlifted to a hospital after being shot at a Texas high school and a 16-year-old male student is in custody. Sgt. Joe Fitz Fitzgerald of the Ellis County Sheriff's Office says the female student was airlifted to a hospital in Dallas following the shooting early Monday in the small town of Italy (IT-lee), 45 miles (70 kilometers) south of Dallas.
Police are searching for suspects in Dollar General robbery
Wichita Police are searching for two suspects who robbed a Dollar General store. The robbery happened at the Dollar General located in the 4500 block of east Pawnee around 10:00 p.m. Saturday. An employee at the store told officers two men came in with handguns demanding cash and cigarettes. During the robbery a 16-year-old employee and 16-year-old customer were sprayed with pepper spray. Police report the employee was also battered in some way and her wallet was stolen.
Closings & Delays
Closings & DelaysThe latest list of school and weather-related closings and delays. Valley Center teen dies after rollover crash written by KAKE Newskake.news2018-01-21T23:06:23Z2018-01-21T19:37:38Z2018-01-21T23:06:23ZA morning rollover crash kills one teen and injures another. The accident happened on I-135 near Harry Street exit around 9:43 a.m. this morning.
Shocker great Antoine Carr weighs in on Shocker skid
The Shockers lost a second straight conference game Saturday in Houston. The loss marked the first time since February of 2013 that Wichita State dropped back-to-back games in league play. The losses and several slow starts have some former Shockers weighing in on ways to right the ship. One such former player is Antoine Carr who was in attendance in the loss to the Cougars and had plenty to say in a postgame interview. "You started out playing angry, that's how you became how you are," Carr said.
Officer fatally shoots 17-year-old in suburban Kansas City
Authorities say an officer has shot and killed a suburban Kansas City teenager while responding to a report of a suicidal person. The Kansas City Star reports that the shooting happened Saturday night outside an Overland Park, Kansas, home. Police said in a statement that as officers approached the house, a garage door opened and a vehicle drove out toward one of the officers. An officer then shot the 17-year-old driver, John Albers.
FBI: Hutchinson man killed during altercation
The FBI says last week's shooting of a Kansas man on his way to a spiritual retreat in Arizona occurred during an altercation with a federal officer following a traffic accident. The FBI's Phoenix office said Monday that a U.S. Forest Service officer stopped to help Friday after Tyler Miller was in a traffic accident on U.S. 89A in Oak Creek Canyon about 100 miles north of Phoenix. The agency says the officer was also wounded in a subsequent altercation.
Justin Timberlake to perform in Tulsa this spring
Even though Justin Timberlake won't stop in Kansas during his upcoming tour, he will be visiting our neighbors to the south. Timberlake announced he will bring his "The Man Of The Woods" Tour to BOK Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma, on May 5. American Express presale for the Tulsa show begins at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 24, and runs through 5 p.m. Sunday, January 28. Tickets go on sale on the 29th and will be available online, at Arby's Box Office at BOK Center or by calling 800-745-3000.
Man wounded in Wichita police chase booked into jail
A Wichita man who was wounded during a police chase has been booked into the Sedgwick County Jail. Jail records show Elijah Martinez, 21, was booked Monday afternoon. He had been hospitalized since December 27th, when he was wounded during a chase in West Wichita. The chase began when a man saw two people stealing mail in West Wichita and called 911. Police said officers exchanged gunfire with Martinez outside a business on West Central. Officers finally stopped a stolen truck near Maple and Maize.
12-Year MLB Vet Pelfrey Joins Newman Baseball Staff
It won’t be hard for the newest addition to the Newman baseball coaching staff to explain to the Jets exactly what it takes to be a professional baseball player. After all, that’s exactly what Mike Pelfrey has been for the past 13 years, including a combined 12 seasons with four different Major League Baseball franchises. The Wichita native and former Wichita State player joined the Jets as a volunteer assistant, Newman head coach Zane Ehling announced Monday.
Chiefs' Marcus Peters hands out coats to KC kids
On the eve of the Kansas City Chiefs' regular season home finale, cornerback Marcus Peters spent the morning handing out coats to kids in need in the Kansas City area. Peters may be a somewhat controversial player on the field, but the defensive back has consistently shown his heart for kids off it. Another Kansas City favorite stopped by to help out with the cause on Saturday. While Paul Rudd doesn't personally know Peters, he was moved to help out. "I don't really know Marcus.
Wildcats arrive in Phoenix for Cactus Bowl
The Kansas State Wildcats held their media day on Saturday ahead of the Cactus Bowl in Phoenix, Arizona. The Wildcats will face UCLA in a rematch of the 2014 Valero Alamo Bowl, which the Bruins won 40-35, but don't expect the 'Cats to be out to avenge that loss. "We don't play for revenge," head football coach Bill Snyder said.
Athletes sign Letters of Intent on Early Signing Day
Several student-athletes are taking advantage of Early Signing Day to ink their official commitments to their college of choice. Below is a list of those in the KAKEland viewing area that have signed National Letters of Intent on Wednesday. See any signees not not listed here? Email them to us at sports@kake.com.
Man pleads guilty in deaths of Kansas woman, 3 children
A former Montgomery County man pleaded guilty to killing a southeast Kansas woman and her three children in 2013. The Kansas Attorney General's office said 26-year-old David Cornell Bennett Jr, formerly of Cherryvale, pleaded guilty Monday to capital murder and three counts of first-degree premeditated murder. As part of the plea deal, the state withdrew its notice to seek the death penalty against Bennett.
Police identify 3 killed in Kansas crash
Authorities have identified three people killed last week when a van went off the side of a Kansas City, Kansas, road and landed upside down on a stretch of railroad tracks. Police said Monday that the victims were 45-year-old Steven Gelhart, 29-year-old Joe Bosquez and 31-year-old Destiny Gregory. Gelhart and Bosquez were pronounced dead at the scene of the Thursday night crash, while Gregory died at a hospital.
Free 2-day dental clinic planned for February in Hutchinson
A free dental clinic is coming to the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson next year and is expected to draw massive crowds. The Hutchinson News reports that the Kansas Mission of Mercy clinic is planned for Feb 9 and 10. The outgoing president of the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund in Hutchinson is Kim Moore. He recalls that people lined up at 4 a.m. at a 2003 Mission of Mercy clinic in Garden City, despite a snowstorm.
No charges in deadly officer-involved shooting in Kansas
The county attorney in McPherson said no charges will be filed in the officer-involved shooting death of a 24-year-old man in August. A police pursuit began in the 300 block of Lakeshore Drive Newton when police attempted to stop a vehicle with suspected ties to car burglary. The driver fled on Interstate 135 and became combative after tire-puncturing devices were used to stop the vehicle near Moundridge.
Wichita city leaders to consider new panhandling law
Wichita city leaders are proposing a new ordinance that would crack down on panhandling. Tuesday, the City Council will be presented with a with a new ordinance that would make it unlawful for panhandlers to act in harassing or aggressive manners. The current ordinance that prohibits panhandling is not enforced because it's considered a free speech activity. Anyone caught violating the new ordinance would face misdemeanor charges.
Fort Hays State earns No. 1 seed in NCAA DII Championship
The undefeated Fort Hays State Tigers have earned the number one overall seed in Super Regional 3 of the NCAA Division II Football Championship. The bid breaks a 22 year team absence from the tournament for the Tigers who will face the winner of a Round 1 matchup between Ferris Sate and Ouachita Baptist. The Round 2 game will be game played in Hays on Saturday, November 25th.
Wendy's Student Athlete of the Week: Eisenhower's Trey Greening
Many times in the game of soccer it's the guys scoring the goals that get the glory and deservedly so. But often times it's the player on the opposite side of the field that anchors the team. That's certainly the case at Goddard Eisenhower. Senior goal keeper Trey Greening is always there encouraging his team and making the big plays. "Honestly, I'm just there, I'm just the dude that tries to make the save and I just want to help these guys out as much as I can.
Week 3 Friday Football Blitz Scores
(KAKE) - High school football scores from across Kansas for Week 3.
Student Athlete of the Week: Kapaun's Jake Suellentrop
In the game of football not all of the athletes see the field. Some give their support from the sideline. "If we score a touchdown I'll be the person that goes and high fives the person says good job, good job," high school senior Jake Suellentrop said. "Give them water and of course if their pads need to be fixed I do that, or the helmet." But Jake, a manager for the Kapaun Mt. Carmel Crusaders football team, does much more than that.
Team of the Week: Bishop Carroll Golden Eagles
The Bishop Carroll Golden Eagles got off to a great start to the 2017 football season with a comeback win over Northwest in week one. With the win, head coach Dusty Trail began his time at the helm with a bang. "I tell you what, what an amazing game," Trail said. "Game one of a career." The Grizzlies got off to a 14-0 lead in the first quarter before Carroll quarterback Braden Howell led his team to back-to-back touchdowns.
Hays teen dies after 3-story fall from balcony in Cancun
A For Hays State University student who fell three stories from a hotel balcony while on vacation in Cancun, Mexico, has died. Triston Werth, 19, was critically injured in the fall last Tuesday morning. A family member tells the Hutch Post that Werth died Monday night while being treated in Houston. His grandmother, Debbie Casper, told the Post she was comforted in knowing Triston was able to help others in his death.
Mike Dean: an NBC World Series legend
The 2017 NBC World Series wrapped up on Sunday as the Kansas Stars completed an undefeated sweep through the tournament championship. Throughout the more than two week World Series, many teams made their way to Wichita, as did many workers. One of those workers made the journey the same way he has for the last 34 years. That man is official scorekeeper and amateur musician Mike Dean.
Man killed in officer-involved shooting in north Wichita
A suspect has died following an officer-involved shooting in north Wichita. Officers were called at around 7:15 a.m. Monday to a report of domestic violence with a weapon in the 1300 block of North Wellington Place, near 13th and Waco. Deputy Chief Gavin Seiler said someone in the front yard of a home told police that a suspect and a victim were in the house. "He had a knife. As the officers approached the house, (the suspect) made statements that he would hurt the individual," Seiler said.
Clearwater couple dies in crash one day after wedding
A couple has died following a crash near Clearwater on Saturday, the day after they were married. Deputies were called at around 6:30 p.m. to a rollover crash near 79th Street South and 103rd Street West. Lt. Lin Dehning with the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Office says deputies found a Ford pickup truck on its side against a tree. "Evidence from the scene indicated that the pickup was northbound on 103rd Street West when the driver lost control of the vehicle.
Wichita, Kansas News, Weather, Sports - Man critically hurt in officer-involved shooting in north Wichit
A suspect has been critically hurt in an officer-involved shooting in north Wichita. Officers were called at around 7:15 a.m. Monday to a report of domestic violence with a weapon in the 1300 block of North Wellington Place, near 13th and Waco. Deputy Chief Gavin Seiler said someone in the front yard of a home told police that a suspect and a victim were in the house. "He had a knife. As the officers approached the house, (the suspect) made statements that he would hurt the individual," Seiler said.
50 bikers escort bullied boy to first day of middle school
Eleven-year-old Phil Mick was nervous to start his first day of sixth grade. According to his mom, Tammy Mick of Auburn, Indiana, Phil had confessed that he didn't want to return to class after being bullied during his final year of elementary school. "He was hiding it," Tammy Mick told ABC News. "He came home with bumps and bruises.
One dead in Wichita motorcycle crash
A 20-year-old man is dead after police say he crashed his motorcycle into a car in West Wichita on Friday night. First responders arrived to the scene near 2nd and West St. at approximately 8:15 p.m. Once there, they pronounced the motorcycle driver dead. Investigators say the motorcycle driver was northbound on West Street. When the driver of a Dodge Charger pulled out to go south, the motorcycle driver hit the vehicle.
One person dead in car crash
One person is dead after a single vehicle crash on S. Rock Road between Harry and Pawnee. We have a crew headed to the scene, and we will have updates when they are available.
Kansas’s soon-to-be governor talks funding
Governor Sam Brownback is likely on his way out of Kansas politics after President Donald Trump named him to a position in the president’s administration, leaving Lt. Jeff Colyer to take over if Gov. Brownback is confirmed. Colyer, a Hays native spoke, about funding and the challenges ahead. School funding has been a topic of concern for many. “I think education is a key priority for the state,” Colyer said.
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