Asia Cymone Smith, a Korean-American sports reporter and beauty queen from Kansas, represented her state at the 2025 Miss USA pageant. A San Diego State University and University of Florida alumna, she made history as Miss Greater San Diego Teen USA and has held various media positions, showcasing her athletic and entertainment talents.
10 things about Larned, Kansas native Sonja Dee Ritter
Sonja Dee Hanken Ritter, born in Larned, Kansas, was a dedicated mother and dental office manager. She graduated from Hoisington High School and Barton County Community College. Active in Emmanuel Lutheran Church, she enjoyed singing, sewing, and cooking. Sonja passed away at 49 in 2013, leaving behind her family and cherished memories.
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13 things about Great Bend, Kansas native Ray Hanken
Raymond Lee Hanken, born in Great Bend, Kansas, was an American farmer and construction project manager. He married Patricia Freeburg in 1963 and had three children. Hanken lived in various U.S. cities before retiring to Holyrood, where he passed away in 2017 at age 73, leaving behind a legacy of family and community involvement.
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Baxter Springs, Kansas’s Kenneth Baker accused of possessing CSAM
Kenneth Norman Baker, 41, from Baxter Springs, Kansas, faces charges of receiving, distributing, and possessing child sexual abuse materials. The U.S. Department of Justice is leading the prosecution through Project Safe Childhood. The investigation involves the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI, highlighting efforts against child exploitation in the U.S.
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Wichita, Kansas teacher Nicole Hernandez posts $50K bond
Nicole Morgan Baird Hernandez, a 30-year-old art teacher from Wichita, Kansas, was arrested on May 22, 2025, for four counts of unlawful sexual relations with a student aged over 16. Following her arrest, she was placed on paid administrative leave and released after posting a $50,000 bond.
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Nickerson, Kansas’s Whitney Shull bonds out of jail
Reno County, Kansas substitute teacher Whitney Shull is accused of abusing three juveniles. The alleged victims are either 16 or 17 years old.
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13 things about Great Bend, Kansas native Jerry Moran
Gerald Wesley "Jerry" Moran, born in Kansas, is a Republican politician and lawyer. He served in various roles, including member of the Kansas Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. With a background in economics, he has also chaired the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee. He resides with his wife and two daughters.
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10 things about Miss Kansas USA 2022 Elyse Noe
Elyse Noe is a 26-year-old American journalist and beauty queen from Lawrence, Kansas. She participated in Miss Minnesota Teen USA twice and won Miss Kansas USA 2022. Noe also served as an anchor and executive producer at KOAM News Now. She advocates for sexual trauma survivors and graduated from the University of Kansas.
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Miss Kansas Teen USA 2025 results: Brilee Garret crowns Emma Mayfield in Overland Park
Kansas has achieved 14 Miss Teen USA placements since winning titles in 1995 and 2018. The Miss Kansas Teen USA 2025 pageant is set for March 23, 2025, featuring 14 candidates. Shae Dougan won Miss Congeniality and Emma Mayfield was crowned Miss Kansas Teen USA 2025. Brilee Garrett competed in the Top 10 at Miss Teen USA 2024.
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Miss Kansas USA 2025 results: Bella Whitlock crowns Asia Cymone Smith in Overland Park
Kansas currently has 14 Miss USA placements including the coronation of Kelli McCarty in 1991. She finished in the Top 6 at Miss Universe 1991. MISS KANSAS USA 2025 beauty pageant: Miss Kansas USA national membership: Miss USAedition: 68thdate: March 23, 2025venue: Polsky Theater, Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas, United States candidates: 17 FINALISTS PLACEMENTNAME (HOMETOWN)Top 17Annie Jones (Abilene)Tiffany Howard (Greater ICT)Miranda Smith (ICT)Elizabeth Young (Marion … Continue reading Miss Kansas USA 2025 results: Bella Whitlock crowns Asia Cymone Smith in Overland Park
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