AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildfire Response: Gov. Laura Kelly declared a disaster emergency for southwest Kansas wildfires, citing high-risk conditions and urging extreme caution as crews battle lightning-caused blazes in Clark, Ford, Harper, Meade and Morton counties. Public Safety & Weather: A free “Twister” movie night is planned as a storm-safety push, with emergency-prep prizes and a safety talk before the screening. Law Enforcement: In Salina, the KBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting after a suspect fled a traffic stop, fired at officers, and was killed; no officers were hurt. Crime Crackdowns: Butler County reports a multi-agency operation that arrested four people accused of trying to buy sex from children. Local Life: Lawrence’s city manager search is underway with five finalists meeting the public Wednesday, while KU commencement is set for Sunday amid campus construction changes. Health & Tech: Fort Hays State’s counseling program was approved to train for a tele-mental-health credential, expanding access for rural providers.
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