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Local postal workers union president says Kansas could lose only mail processing facility in state

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1 year ago

October 2, 2024

Local postal workers union president says Kansas could lose only mail processing facility in state

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – Thousands of postal workers in different cities across the country rallied on Tuesday to request for better staffing and mail service.

In Wichita specifically, members of the American Postal Workers Union are worried that proposed changes made by the U.S. Postal Service could lead to Kansas’ only mail processing facility being moved out of state.

The rally by postal workers follows a FactFinder 12 Investigation in late September that looked into the proposal and the potential negative impacts it could have on mail delivery speeds in rural areas. The U.S. Postal Service is trying to get back in better financial standing by saving up to $3 billion annually. In part of this effort, USPS is putting more of an emphasis on regional hubs.

Christine Pruitt, the President for the local American Postal Workers Union, said those proposed changes could end up moving the mail processing facility in Wichita out of state. Currently, the Wichita facility is the only mail processing plant in Kansas.

“We are actually the only ones left processing here in Wichita,” said Pruitt. “They want to move our mail to Kansas City, Missouri. Think about how much longer that is going to take to get your mail delivered if they ship all of it in a truck to Kansas City to get it processed.”

A CBS report states that mail would be delivered within two to five days if the proposed changes are approved, but in some rural areas, delivery could take an additional half day or full day to arrive.

Pruitt argued that the five day delivery time frame would not start until the mail reaches Kansas City. She added that because of this, people living in rural areas could see their mail delivery delayed further than just five days.

“The five days is just when it gets back to Wichita as the transfer station,” said Pruitt. “When we are talking about rural delivery, we are talking that it could be 10 to 12 days from the time they mail it in Wellington until it gets across the street in Wellington. That’s unacceptable.”

The APWU and the local mail carriers union said they do have a plan in place to ensure that they have workers on each shift every day handling mail-in ballots with the November 5 election coming up.

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Kansas Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 winning numbers for Dec. 20, 2025

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5 hours ago

December 21, 2025

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The Kansas Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 20, 2025, results for each game:

Winning Powerball numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

04-05-28-52-69, Powerball: 20, Power Play: 3

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Winning Pick 3 numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

Midday: 2-0-6

Evening: 3-9-2

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Winning 2 By 2 numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

Red Balls: 13-26, White Balls: 08-21

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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

08-21-30-41-47, Lucky Ball: 15

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Winning Lotto America numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

09-12-34-45-50, Star Ball: 01, ASB: 02

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Winning Super Kansas Cash numbers from Dec. 20 drawing

07-08-17-20-32, Cash Ball: 19

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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.

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Kansas museums see overall boost despite national attendance decline

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1 day ago

December 20, 2025

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Kansas museums see overall boost despite national attendance decline

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – Museums across the United States are struggling with declining attendance since the COVID-19 pandemic, but Kansas institutions are bucking the national trend strong visitor numbers.

A recent survey by the American Alliance of Museums asked more than 500 museums nationwide and found traffic remains down since the pandemic began in 2020.

Kansas museum reports record attendance

The Kansas Aviation Museum experienced its highest attendance year ever in 2024, according to Ben Sauceda, president and CEO of the museum.

“2024 was our highest record attendance year ever as a museum, and so we’re seeing a lot of momentum around that,” Sauceda said.

Sauceda credited state programs for boosting museum visits across Kansas.

“Things like the Sunflower Summer Program that Kansas offers. That has been a huge boost to attendance in museums across our state,” he said.

The Gathering Place also reported increased traffic since the pandemic, according to museum officials.

Adam Smith, president and CEO of Exploration Place, said Kansas museums have remained stable.

“I think in general, Kansas is, you know, we’ve seen, we’ve been pretty solid, actually,” Smith said.

Financial challenges persist nationally

The national study shows one-third of museums reported loss of federal grants and contracts impacted them this year.

Museum leaders said institutions must adapt to succeed in the current environment.

“Even as museums, we are still businesses that have to operate in a manner of innovation and creativity. And so again, I think the ones that are finding success right now are the ones that are learning and finding ways to innovate and change and meet the demands of the market where they’re at right now,” Sauceda said.

Smith emphasized the importance of family engagement.

“And so finding ways in which families like to spend time together while creating unique learning or exposure opportunities is how you have to move forward,” he said.

Museums like the Kansas Aviation Museum continue advocating at the state level for renewal of the Sunflower Summer Program for the 2026-2027 season.

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Disease found in multiple states confirmed in cattle brought into Kansas

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2 days ago

December 19, 2025

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Disease found in multiple states confirmed in cattle brought into Kansas

EL DORADO, Kan. (KWCH) – Bovine theileriosis, a disease that has been found in multiple states around the country, has now been confirmed in cattle brought into Kansas, according to state and federal animal health officials.

The parasite damages red blood cells, which can lead to anemia, weakness, and significant financial losses for cattle producers. As of now there is no approved cure for bovine theileriosis.

Experts encourage cattle producers to maintain good working relationships with their local veterinarians.

“Just encourage them to have a good working relationship with their local vet and talk to them. Their vet has heard about it. Their vet can talk to them more about symptoms to look for, supportive care options, and ways to help control it if they do get it,” said Braxton Butler, a veterinarian with the El Dorado Livestock Auction

A report from the Kansas Ag Connection says that while the disease is tick-borne, it may also spread through blood transfer, including contaminated needles or equipment. Experts urge cattle producers to tighten up herd management and sanitation practices.

The disease poses no risk to humans.

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