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Shop With a Cop event in Wichita, Kansas, sees 34 children paired with police officers for Christmas shopping, fostering positive relationships and ensuring a joyful holiday season for low-income families.

In Berger, Missouri, a hazardous waste cleanup costing over four million dollars was completed in 2019. The Environmental Protection Agency handled the cleanup, involving cubic yard-sized sacks of hazardous powder stored in a warehouse. Raymond Williams, the former CEO of U.S. Technology, and the Duncans, who owned the storage facility, were indicted for illegally moving the material. Williams agreed to pay one point five million dollars, but this only covered a third of the total cleanup cost. The EPA then sought compensation from Williamss clients, including private companies and other government agencies. A large portion of the reimbursement came from other government entities, with the Department of Defense, the U.S. Coast Guard, and NASA collectively paying almost half of the cleanup expenses. This situation underscores the challenges of holding responsible parties accountable for environmental cleanups and the importance of careful vetting of waste disposal partners.

Melvin Council Junior, a standout guard for the Kansas Jayhawks, delivered another impressive performance, scoring fifteen points and making two steals in a victory over Towson. He also showcased his improved long-range shooting, adding three more three-pointers to his earlier nine against North Carolina State. Coach Bill Self praised Council Juniors energy and speed, while his teammates highlighted his consistent effort and positive energy. The Jayhawks strong defensive effort was a key factor in their win, with areas for improvement identified for their next game against Davidson.

Jack Wilson, a lifelong artist, continues his creative journey despite an ALS diagnosis. Living in an assisted living facility, he focuses on spiritual art, emphasizing the process over the final product. He finds joy in photo restoration and prefers to be called a maker rather than an artist. Despite the challenges, Jack maintains a sense of humor and appreciation for life.

Kansas Jayhawks secure dominant victory over Towson, improving to 9-3 season record. Flory Bidunga and Tre White lead offense with strong performances. Despite slow start, Jayhawks pull away, holding Towson to low shooting percentage. However, rebounding struggles allow Towson 13 second-chance points. Jayhawks prepare to host Davidson, emphasizing need for consistent effort on boards against tougher competition.

The City of Salina is appealing a judges decision regarding a local restaurants artwork, aiming to clarify the definition of signs in their statutes. The artwork, depicting flying saucers attacking the Cozy Inn with condiments, was initially classified as a sign due to its product reference. However, the restaurants co-owner argued this classification violated his First Amendment rights. After reaching an agreement to allow the artworks completion, the city will proceed with its appeal to the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking legal clarity to differentiate between public art and commercial signs.

Wichitas Ignite at K-ninety-six: A $200M Multisport Entertainment Complex Approved The Wichita City Council has greenlit a $193 million multisport entertainment complex, Ignite at K-ninety-six, in the STAR bond district. Developers will contribute $119 million, with the rest funded by STAR bonds. The project, set to create thousands of jobs and generate over $239 million in annual retail sales, will feature attractions like mini golf, go-kart racing, a surf wave, and more. Construction begins in 2026, with completion expected in 2028.

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