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Kansas

Zoey Felix Remembered: A Life That Made a Difference

By On Location with Jerri and Matt /

Zoey Grace Felix was a bright, joyful 5-year-old from Topeka, Kansas. Her life was tragically cut short on October 2, 2023. Zoey Felix was known for her infectious smile and warm spirit. She was adored by family and friends throughout the Topeka community. They remember her as a loving child filled with endless curiosity and heart. Her brief life left a…

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From Trooper and Chaplain to Shoplifter

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Mark?Leenerts, once a respected Kansas Highway Patrol member (2018–2023) and chaplain for the Kansas National Guard’s 190th Air Refueling Wing, experienced a dramatic downfall when surveillance revealed him shoplifting from Walmart stores in Topeka, Kansas. In full uniform—and even while on duty—Leenerts stole dozens of items during self-checkout transactions. The “Skip?Scan” Scheme Between June and…

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? A Kansas Tragedy: July 7, 2002

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On the morning of July 7, 2002, police were alerted to a grim discovery in Topeka, Kansas: Mike?Sisco (age 47) and his fiancée, Karen?Harkness (age 53), both shot dead while asleep in their home. Despite more than $1,000 in cash, a Rolex, and jewelry still present, investigators quickly ruled out robbery or burglary. What emerged…

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Abandoned

Exploring the Abandoned St. John’s Hospital in Salina, Kansas

By On Location with Jerri and Matt /

At 139 N. Penn Avenue in Salina, Kansas, the abandoned St. John’s Hospital stands as a poignant reminder of the town’s rich history and the challenges of preserving its architectural heritage. Constructed in 1914 by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Concordia, the hospital served the community for nearly a century before ceasing operations in…

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Kansas

Belle Starr: Bandit Queen of the West

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Belle Starr, born Myra Maybelle Shirley on February 5, 1848, in Carthage, Missouri, was an infamous American outlaw of the Old West. She is often referred to as the “Bandit Queen.” Belle Starr is remembered for her association with notorious outlaws and her own criminal activities, which included horse theft, robbery, and consorting with other…

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BTK VICTIMS

Remembering Nancy Fox: Victim of Dennis Rader

By On Location with Jerri and Matt /

On the night of December 8, 1977, Nancy Fox, a 25-year-old woman living in Wichita, Kansas, fell victim to serial killer Dennis Rader, infamously known as BTK—short for Bind, Torture, Kill. Rader, who was later revealed to be responsible for a string of brutal murders spanning decades, had selected Nancy as his next target through careful surveillance and meticulous planning. That…

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Kansas

BTK – Dennis Rader

By On Location with Jerri and Matt /

Dennis Rader, also known as the “BTK Killer,” is an American serial killer who terrorized the Wichita, Kansas area between the 1970s and early 2000s. “BTK” stands for “Bind, Torture, Kill,” which was Rader’s modus operandi. He killed a total of ten people, including men, women, and children Rader’s first known murders were in 1974,…

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Kansas

Machine Gun Kelly

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George “Machine Gun” Kelly Barnes (1895-1954) was an American gangster and bank robber during the Prohibition era. He was born on July 18, 1895, in Memphis, Tennessee, United States. Machine Gun Kelly gained notoriety for his involvement in various criminal activities, including bootlegging, kidnapping, and armed robbery. He earned the nickname “Machine Gun” due to…

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