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Yahoo
an hour ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Businesses in Kansas City, Kansas working to recover after recent flooding
KANSAS CITY, Kan. – Some Wyandotte County businesses continue to recover after Wednesday night's thunderstorm. As much as 10 inches of rain fell on Kansas City, Kansas, causing flash flooding in multiple locations. See the latest forecast, maps and radar for Kansas City Leaders at the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City say they have a $30,000 rebuild ahead of them. Heavy rain from Wednesday night's storm delivers at least two inches of water that got inside the group's building off N. 55th Street and Parallel Parkway. Flash flood water ruined floor tiles and drywall inside the shelter's cat center. 'It's quite a thing to not have this in the community,' Sydney Mollentine, the Humane Society of Greater Kansas City's CEO, said. Mollentine and her staff relocated all the animals who are usually in the building's cat area, but thousands of dollars in cat litter and food are ruined. The humane society's center for dogs remains open and undamaged. KCK police help remove six cars from ravine after flooding 'Right now, we are in survival mode. We are trying to do the best we can with what we have, but we also know this is a really big financial burden that prevents us from continuing the life-saving work that we need to do,' Mollentine said on Friday. 'Inch by inch, life's a cinch. Yard by yard, life is hard. A little bit will go a long way here. They're kind and gracious and they run this very well,' Jamie Smith-Hennessey, a humane society patron encouraging others to contribute, said. Meanwhile, the staff at Big Dawg's Bar in KCK vow to reopen soon. For the time being, a small crew of employees and friends are working to clean up a big mess, after Wednesday night's storm nearly ruined the popular bar. 'It is bad. Everything is ruined, basically,' Karen Lawrentiew, the bar's friendly bartender, said. On Friday, employees used power tools and shovels to remove the barroom's floors, which are still soaked. The Restaurant KC, which sits next door on Kaw Drive, has a sign on its door indicating its also closed until further notice. 'It's devastating. I don't have a job to come to right now. It's my income. Not just mine, but there's a group of us,' Lawrentiew lamented. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV 'All of the floor's got to come up. We're cutting all the floor up right now and getting it loaded into a truck,' William Ogden, one of the cleanup crew workers, said. 'It's kind of a big job.' This makeshift cleanup crew at Big Dawg's Bar is hopeful someone will donate their time and resources to help as they recover. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CBC
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- CBC
"Dog Days of Summer" event invites local dogs to Downtown Windsor
On Sunday, downtown Windsor is going to the dogs. The "Dog Days of Summer" event is back for a second year. Hosted by the Downtown Windsor BIA and various local partners, it's billed as a family-friendly event for dogs and their owners. Attendees can expect to see a wide selection of local vendors catering to their dog's needs, offering treats, accessories, grooming products, and various pet services. The event will also feature a Rally Obedience Competition that highlights various skills, and a fashion show, where participants and their pets are encouraged to wear matching outfits. It will take place this Sunday from 10am to 4pm at Senator Croll Park next to Windsor City Hall. Although free to attend, the fee from vendors to attend will benefit the Humane Society and the St. John Ambulance Dog Therapy Program. Kb Singh, a local dog trainer and "Dog Days" event organizer, says Windsor's dog community is strong, and says he wants to provide owners an opportunity to spend time with their pet. "People want to do fun stuff with their dogs but I don't think they have many opportunities to do it," he said. "So this was my way of trying to [give the opportunity] to anyone who loves dogs." Singh says he hopes this event will also be beneficial to the downtown core. "I wanted something right here in the middle of downtown so it helps Windsor, it helps the humane society, it helps St. John's Ambulance, and obviously everyone has a fun time doing it," said Singh. This year's fashion show will have some fierce competition. Lyssa Meloche is the owner of Marzipan - a standard poodle with unmissable bright pink and purple fur. Meloche says this is Marzipan's second "Dog Days" and says the three-hour grooming process allows for interesting conversation. "I'm a dog groomer who owns their own business, and she is a fantastic talking point and fantastic advertising for me." James Kavanaugh says his bull terrier, Padme, has a wardrobe with over twenty outfits for various occasions, including a Cinco De Mayo themed fit and a Star Wars costume. Kavanaugh, sporting a matching floral shirt with Padme, says he's excited for the upcoming "Dog Days" event after last years' success. "[Padme] had a great time," said Kavanaugh. "She loves dressing up."
Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
FedEx St. Jude Championship hosts free adopt a dog event with the Humane Society
The Humane Society of Memphis and Shelby County is working with St. Jude and FedEx to help animals find their "furever" homes. With the FedEx St. Jude Championship approaching, the tournament has dedicated its efforts to helping the furry, four-legged residents of Memphis find homes this July before the event returns Aug. 7 with the "Mutts and Putts" event. 'From the course to the kennels, we're committed to making a positive impact in the Memphis community,' said Joe Tomek, Executive Director of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. 'We're incredibly grateful to the city for supporting us, and Mutts and Putts is a fun way to support the Humane Society of Memphis & Shelby County and give these deserving pups a chance to find their forever families.' Here's what to know about the event. In 2025, the adoption takes place from July 13-19, about a month before the golf tournament begins. According to the Humane Society's website, about 40 dogs are living at the facility. Ages for the dogs range from a few months old to almost 10 years old. Adoption applications should be completed in advance, but the organization is accepting walk-ins. The Humane Society wrote on Facebook that potential adopters will still go through the same adoption process that would typically happen, which includes meeting the family and any other pets, as well as an application. FedEx St. Jude Championship will cover the cost of the adoption process that typically ranges from $100 to $250. Each dog adopted through the Mutts and Putts initiative will receive a custom bandana that features Memphis BBQ, along with golf-inspired details. The Humane Society is located at 935 Farm Rd., next to Shelby Farms Park. With the tournament less than a month away from beginning, TPC Southwind is finishing up an almost year-long renovation project. TPC Southwind, which opened in 1988, is currently undergoing a significant multimillion-dollar renovation. The project started in November when work started on the front nine holes. By January, the entire course was closed for the extensive updates. All 18 green complexes and practice greens have been entirely revamped for the first time since 1988, and they've also been resurfaced for the first time since 2004. The tee boxes received new surfaces as well, and parts of the irrigation system have been improved. Additionally, the short-game practice complex has seen a nearly complete transformation. Jordan Green covers trending news for The Commercial Appeal. She can be reached at This article originally appeared on Memphis Commercial Appeal: FedEx St. Jude Championship free adopt a dog event
CTV News
4 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
Humane Society in Erin searching for a forever home
CTV's Jeff Pickel learns why a Humane Society in Erin may be looking for a home of its own. An organization known for finding pets new homes will soon need a new address itself. The Upper Credit Humane Society (UCHS) in the Town of Erin has been leasing municipal property for the last 30 years, but the municipality said they will not be renewing the lease after 2028. The UCHS said they tried to work out a deal with the Town of Erin over the last 18 months, but were told this spring, it wasn't going to happen. 'They basically just came back and said we're going to honor your lease until May 2028 and then we've been directed by council to maximize the value of their property for the taxpayers,' said Susan Thomsen, Chair of the Upper Credit Humane Society. According to Town of Erin Mayor Michael Dehn, the property at the intersection of Trafalgar Road and Highway 25 is not zoned for its current use. 'It's a good thing to have a Humane Society, it's just not necessarily the right location to have,' said Mayor Dehn. Since the zoning for the area is considered 'community space' he said the Humane Society doesn't fit. 'It's not part of our community, they actually do more work for other communities than they do for us. We have a lot of volunteers who work there, but it's not a service that's really provided to our community,' said Mayor Dehn. Dehn said the town will help the organization look for a new home, but it won't be on town-owned land. 'The town really doesn't have much of its own land, we're very limited. What we can do is look at all the properties where there is proper zoning or where zoning can be changed,' said Dehn. In need of a new facility, the UCHS said they have developed plans to transform the property into a true community space. 'We're extremely disappointed in the fact that the town made this decision without allowing us to present our vision for what we think would be a win/win for everybody in terms of using this location as a community hub,' Thomsen said. Thomsen said their plans include an off-leash dog park, public trails and an information kiosk. Dehn said he has seen the plans, but said the private/public partnership is not ideal. 'They don't own the land, so I'm not sure we want to have somebody redevelop something on a piece of town land.' The Upper Credit Humane Society is asking the Town of Erin to host a town hall to address the topic. So far nothing has been planned.
CTV News
5 days ago
- General
- CTV News
‘Pawsitive Packs' brings relief to pets in need this summer
Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat. (Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society) Have you ever seen the look on your dog's face when you give them a new toy or treat? Now imagine their tail-wagging excitement when they receive an entire bag of their favourite goodies. The Orillia Ontario SPCA in partnership with the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Team is giving away Summer Pawsitive Packs—a special initiative created to support families with animals who are facing financial challenges or housing insecurity. 'These incredible donations are part of a compassionate partnership with the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Team, who hand-deliver these essential summer packs directly to animals living rough—those who need cooling, hydration, and comfort the most,' the SPCA shared. Summer Pawsitive Packs Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat. (Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society) summer backpack are filled with items like collars, leashes, portable bowls, toys, treats, and dog coats. 'Some of our Summer Pawsitive Packs have officially been distributed by the Lighthouse Shelter Outreach Van to dogs and their humans living in conditions that make it hard to stay cool during this extreme heat,' members of the Orillia Ontario SPCA and Humane Society said. Many people around the region are unhoused or at risk of losing their homes. These packs can play a vital role in keeping their pets safe, healthy, and with the people who love them. Do you want to help keep animals safe and cool this summer? You can support future packs by purchasing from the Amazon Wishlist. 'Every item truly makes a difference,' stated members of the SPCA in Orillia. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the Ontario SPCA to ensure animals stay with their families and keep cool this hot summer.
