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Larry Porter IV talks about earning an offer from Kansas
The Kansas coaching staff has been tracking Larry Porter IV all season and Tuesday night extended him a scholarship offer.
The Raytown receiver put up big numbers this year leading the state in receiving yards and also scored 18 touchdowns. He spoke with with wide receivers coach Terry Samuel and Assistant Director of High School Relations Leon Douglas when he got the news.
“It was great to get the offer,” Porter said. “I talked to Coach Samuel, and we just had to go through that process. They looked at my grades and things like that. And Coach D (Douglas) just kept mentioning my name. I put up a really good season this year and head coach pulled the trigger. I’m really proud that, they put that trust in me and I appreciate it very much.”
Douglas was hired this summer by Lance Leipold after a successful career where most of it was spent at North Kansas City High School. He was named the Coach of the Year in Kansas City in 2018 among other awards. He coached several college prospects and knew Porter’s older brother.
“Coach D is definitely the person I talk to the most,” Porter said. “I really appreciate him. He was the head coach of North Kansas City, and my big brother went to that school. I really have a great connection with him. He’s from around the same area I’m from, and I’ve been talking to him the whole time, and he’s just been helping me with the process.”
At 6-foot-2, 185 pounds Porter displays multiple skills on film. With his size he goes over defenders and in the open field has the speed to make plays. He is also second in the state in receptions.
“They told me they like my burst and my jump ball ability to just find the ball and catch it,” he said. “I am able to go up and catch it over one or two people. Just having strong hands and I think that’s really what they talked about the most.”
Porter had the opportunity to meet the coaches during his unofficial visit to the TCU game earlier in the season. It was a good opportunity to see the program up close and he did not have to go far from his home.
“It was a great environment,” Porter said. “They’re playing at Arrowhead Stadium, and man that’s surreal. I live just five minutes away from Arrowhead, so it was crazy to just to be in there and watch them play. I talked with the coaching staff Coach Samuel and Coach D. Those are the guys I really talk to the most. Coach Samuel is a great person. He kept it real with me and he just told me to stay patient throughout the process and that it was all going to work out.”
Kansas is the first Power Four offer for Porter, and he has also been hearing from Kansas State, Nebraska, Florida Atlantic among others. He said he is in the process of scheduling an official visit with the Jayhawks.
“What’s important to me in finding a school is can I see myself playing there?” Porter said. “I want to know the wide receiver coach. I like Coach Samuel a lot. He kept it real with me and he stood on his word, and I respect that. I look at maybe even getting some reps as a freshman or sophomore or things like that. Can I see myself in the system? Can they use me to my advantage, my education, being able to graduate and things like that. Those are the things I am looking for in a school.”
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Hundreds of people packed the Gem Theatre over the weekend to celebrate Kwanzaa.
The celebrations run nightly through January 1. Each night highlights a different core value, including unity, cooperation and faith.
The event features local vendors and performances. Organizers say it’s a great way to start the new year.
The Kwanzaa celebration is free and open to everyone.
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The Kansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 27, 2025, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
05-20-34-39-62, Powerball: 01, Power Play: 2
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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
Midday: 9-8-9
Evening: 6-5-8
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Winning 2 By 2 numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
Red Balls: 01-23, White Balls: 12-15
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
08-12-24-26-42, Lucky Ball: 17
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Winning Lotto America numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
08-10-20-47-50, Star Ball: 04, ASB: 05
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Winning Super Kansas Cash numbers from Dec. 27 drawing
03-07-17-20-27, Cash Ball: 24
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Kansas Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $599. For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at select Kansas Lottery offices.
By mail, send a winner claim form and your signed lottery ticket to:
Kansas Lottery Headquarters
128 N Kansas Avenue
Topeka, KS 66603-3638
(785) 296-5700
To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a claim form, and deliver the form along with your signed lottery ticket to Kansas Lottery headquarters. 128 N Kansas Avenue, Topeka, KS 66603-3638, (785) 296-5700. Hours: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at Kansas Lottery.
When are the Kansas Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT Tuesday and Friday.
- Pick 3 Midday/Evening: 1:10 p.m. and 9:10 p.m. CT daily.
- 2 By 2: 9:30 p.m. CT daily.
- Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
- Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
- Super Kansas Cash: 9:10 p.m. CT Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Kansas editor. You can send feedback using this form.
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Kansas is reflecting national trends of respiratory virus cases on the rise.
The CDC’s latest influenza surveillance report, for the week ending December 13th, showed three states with very high influenza activity, including Colorado. Kansas was reported as having low activity.
However, Kansas Dept. of Health and Environment data shows even low activity has had an impact. For the 20025-2026 season, through Dec. 22, KDHE shows influenza, pneumonia and COVID, combined, have been the direct or contributing cause in 401 deaths.
KDHE also launched a wastewater monitoring dashboard this season. It reflects data from Shawnee, Reno and Johnson counties for influenza, COVID and RSV. It shows influenza levels moderate and increasing, and COVID levels low but increasing.
The CDC estimates the U.S. has had close to five million influenza cases nationwide this season and nearly 2,000 deaths, including at least three children.
The situation has doctors reminding you to get your annual influenza vaccination if you haven’t already. Many urgent care centers, local pharmacies and your doctor’s offices have it available.
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