Kansas
Chiefs Name Burns & McDonnell as Owner’s Representative for New Practice Facility and Headquarters in Olathe
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – On Thursday, the Kansas City Chiefs made their first major announcement for the club’s future day-to-day home, naming Kansas City-based Burns & McDonnell as owner’s representative for the team’s practice facility and headquarters project in Olathe, Kansas.
“We are extremely excited to have Burns & McDonnell join our project team as owner’s representative for our new practice facility and headquarters that we will be building in Olathe,” Chiefs Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer Matt Kenny said. “As a local, employee-owned firm with a track record of project success around the world, we know they have the right mix of local knowledge as well as global experience to help us navigate the upcoming design and construction phases of a truly unique year-round home for our football team and staff.”
Burns & McDonnell will team with CAA ICON to serve as the franchise’s trusted advisor throughout the development of the new team facilities that support both business and football operations. Working alongside Chiefs project leaders, they will provide independent oversight and experienced leadership to guide the process from early planning through construction and occupancy. They will coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and other key stakeholders to support project execution, maintain alignment with budget and schedule objectives, manage risk, and help ensure the facility is delivered to the high standards expected by the Chiefs organization.
“We are honored to partner with the Kansas City Chiefs on this transformational project,” said Jon Wright, senior vice president and general manager of the Buildings Market at Burns & McDonnell. “The Chiefs have had an extraordinary impact on our region for generations, and this investment represents an exciting new chapter for the organization and the Kansas City community. As a Kansas City-based company, it is a privilege to help bring that vision to life by providing experienced project leadership from planning through construction. We look forward to working alongside the Chiefs and the entire project team to deliver a world-class facility for the organization, its staff and Chiefs Kingdom.”
Set to open ahead of the 2031 football season, the Chiefs new $300 million practice facility and headquarters – as well as an associated mixed-use development – will be located on approximately 155 acres near the intersection of College Boulevard and Ridgeview Road in Olathe.
Additional announcements related to the design and construction of the club’s new practice facility and headquarters in Olathe are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Kansas
4-year-old dies after suffering electrical shock from clothes dryer inside Kansas home
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A 4-year-old child died in a “tragic accident” last Thursday after being electrocuted by a clothes dryer, according to Kansas officials.
The incident happened in Savonburg, Kansas, while the child was “playing” inside a home, the Allen County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) said in a statement Saturday.
The child “allegedly received an electrical shock from a 220v dryer,” the sheriff’s office said.
The parents rushed their child, who was reportedly unconscious, to a local hospital around 9:30 p.m., according to authorities.
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A woman with kids loads clothes into a washing machine. (iStock)
However, the child was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
No foul play is suspected at this time, and the ACSO is investigating the incident.
Officials extended their condolences to the family and responders involved following the incident.
“The Sheriff’s Office extends our heartfelt condolences to the family members and all those affected by this tragedy, including the Allen County dispatchers, first responders, and hospital personnel,” the office said.
A 220-volt electrical current, which was involved in Thursday’s accident, can cause serious injury or death, including cardiac arrest.
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While clothes dryers have been linked to thousands of home fires annually, primarily caused by lint buildup blocking exhaust ducts or overheating electrical elements, electrical deaths involving major laundry appliances are considered extremely rare.
In one of the rare instances, a 10-year-old boy was found dead inside a dryer at a Houston-area apartment complex in 2018, according to Fox 5 DC.
A woman removes freshly dried clothes from a household dryer. (iStock)
A medical examiner determined the boy had been electrocuted, while investigators found no signs of injury or foul play.
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The death was ruled accidental.
Kansas
Governor proclaims August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month – The Sabetha Herald

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In recognition of the important role farmers’ markets play in Kansas communities, Governor Laura Kelly proclaimed August as Kansas Farmers’ Market Month. In addition, Aug. 2-8 was also recognized as Kansas Farmers’ Market Week.
In both urban centers and rural communities, farmers’ markets give consumers access to fresh, locally grown produce and serve as an important link between food producers and consumers of Kansas products. Farmers’ markets also keep money in Kansas communities, which helps make small businesses stronger and positively contributes to local economies.
The number of farmers’ markets in Kansas has grown from 26 in 1987 to more than 116 registered farmers’ markets today. Farmers’ markets in Kansas can register with the Kansas Department of Agriculture as part of the state’s agricultural trademark program, From the Land of Kansas.
“We are excited about the growth and expansion of farmers’ markets across the state,” said Secretary of Agriculture Mike Beam. “Farmers’ markets serve as a great way for producers to connect directly with consumers and sell their products locally.”
KDA supports farmers’ markets by maintaining the Central Registration for Kansas Farmers’ Markets, which is shared with the public through an interactive map and market directory. KDA also provides educational resources through newsletters, workshops and webinars which help farmers’ markets across the state stay up to date with best practices including food safety regulations. KDA and From the Land of Kansas strive to serve Kansas farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses and consumers by expanding agricultural markets and providing support and assistance to help Kansas businesses grow.
Farmers’ markets are a vibrant part of many Kansas communities, and contribute to the health, well-being and quality of life for many Kansans. To locate a farmers’ market in your area, or to receive more information on how to register a farmers’ market please visit www.FromtheLandofKansas.com or email FromtheLandofKansas@ks.gov.
Kansas
Suspect barricaded in Haysville home after multiple victims escape, police negotiating
HAYSVILLE, Kan. (KWCH) – A standoff is underway in Haysville on Monday.
The incident is centered around a home on Hale Street, near the intersection of W 63rd Street S and Broadway. Officials confirm that 63rd Street S is being completely shut down while the standoff takes place.
A SWAT team, the Kansas Highway Patrol, the Sedgwick County Sheriff’s Office, Haysville police, state troopers and EMS are all on scene in the neighborhood. Officers are negotiating with a man using loud speakers and trying to get him to come out of a home.
An officer confirmed that at around 1 p.m., Haysville police received a report of people being held against their will in a home. Police went to the scene, where multiple victims ran out of the house and to officers. The victims were safely taken off scene and were interviewed by police.
The suspect who was keeping the victims inside barricaded himself in the house and refuses to come out. He also has not made any contact with officers.
Police confirm the victims are not injured. Victims reported that the suspect has a weapon, although officers do not know if he still has the weapon. A search warrant has been obtained for the home.
There are multiple roads blocked off, including 63rd Street S. Anyone in the area is asked to stay in place. If you live in the area and are not currently at home, you are asked to stay out of the neighborhood if possible.
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