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natural-disasters2 years ago•3 min saved

Power Outage Strikes Franklin County, Kansas After Severe Thunderstorms

The entire city of Rantoul in Franklin County, Kansas, is without power following severe thunderstorms on Sunday. Mayor Lora Jean McDowell is clearing debris and checking on residents, while also working to get a generator for the town hall as a cooling center. The main concern is the lack of water due to electric pump failures, and many residents are worried about food spoilage. Damage was also reported in neighboring Ottawa, Kansas.

via KMBC Kansas City|

#franklin-county #kansas #natural-disasters

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Rantoul Village Administrator Resigns Following Domestic Battery Arrest.

Rantoul Village Administrator, Scott Eisenhauer, has resigned after being arrested for domestic battery. Eisenhauer was arrested at his home after his wife called 911 and police saw red marks on her face consistent with being battered. Eisenhauer told deputies that he and his wife were both shoving each other and that he tried to stop her from calling police. Rantoul Police have asked the sheriff's office to handle the investigation.

via WAND|

#crime #domestic-battery #investigation

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Violence Erupts at Rantoul Vigil for Teenager Killed in Police Shooting

A vigil held in Rantoul to honor a teenager killed in an officer-involved shooting was interrupted when someone armed with a rifle started firing shots, possibly toward the crowd. Witnesses reported seeing people get shot, but officials said no victims have been located yet. The investigation into Thursday’s incident is ongoing.

via wcia.com|

#crime #investigation #officer-involved-shooting