AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoPublic Safety: Topeka police are investigating a double homicide in the NOTO Arts District after two men were shot near N. Kansas Avenue; a 21-year-old suspect was booked on first-degree murder charges. Fire & Water Safety: A rural Franklin County structure fire killed an adult woman and sent an adult man and infant to KU Medical Center; separately, KDHE rescinded a boil water advisory for part of Great Bend after testing found no bacteriological contamination. Local Crime & Courts: In Atchison, police arrested a 23-year-old woman after an altercation that included slashing a tire and alleged drug paraphernalia; in Sedgwick County, a driver accused in a deadly crash pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and is set for sentencing in November. Ag & Industry: K-State released the 2026 Kansas Wheat Variety Guide, highlighting new and updated variety profiles and disease/insect ratings for fall planting decisions. Community & Culture: Great Bend’s chamber is marking Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15) with a focus on Hispanic businesses’ role in downtown vitality. Business Spotlight: KanEquip JCB opened a Kansas City location for JCB equipment sales, parts and service, expanding regional support for construction and agriculture customers. Preparedness: The American Red Cross of Greater Kansas urged low-cost emergency readiness steps during National Preparedness Month, including using its free emergency app.
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