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Torrential Rainfall Causes Walnut River to Overflow, Evacuating Residents

El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado

Torrential Rainfall Causes Walnut River to Overflow, Evacuating Residents

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By Nick Nelson Click here for updates on this story EL DORADO, Kansas (KAKE) — Torrential rainfall caused the Walnut River to overflow, flooding several streets in north El Dorado, and sending people scrambling for safety. “By the time we got most of the stuff out of there and were going to get the last few things, it was already up to our waist, and we were pretty much swimming to get out, to get to the south side,” said Michelle Yerge, who…See the Story

Mother recounts terrifying flood escape; 76 properties damaged

El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado

Mother recounts terrifying flood escape; 76 properties damaged

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KAKE By Kate Devine Click here for updates on this story EL DORADO, Kansas (KAKE) -- As floodwaters rushed through El Dorado on See the Story

School closures June 4 - Butler County Times-Gazette

El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado

School closures June 4 - Butler County Times-Gazette

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USD 490: El Dorado Public School District 490 activities and events are cancelled tomorrow, (Wednesday 6/4/2025), due to inclement weather and travel restrictions. This includes Explore 490, summer school courses, extended school year classes, and all athletic sessions.See the Story

KDHE warns residents to stay out of Walnut River section due to contamination - Butler County Times-Gazette

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Nikole Babb nbabb@cherryroad.com The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, (KDHE), has issued a Stream Advisory for the Walnut River for the section that passes under Highway 54 south of El Dorado to the confluence with Turkey Creek near SW 70th St. The advisory was issued due to a damaged pipe that is discharging untreated wastewater that is reaching the river. The city is currently working to stop the flow of wastewater and repair the p…El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado Read Article

Family Worship Center to partner with J-S.T.A.R. Ministries to hand out disaster supplies, toys - Butler County Times-Gazette

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Nikole Babb nbabb@cherryroad.com The Family Worship Center has partnered with a Texas based disaster ministry to distribute disaster supplies and toys for children in addition to the church’s weekly food distribution program. J-S.T.A.R. Ministries, owned and operated by Patrick Johnson, is based out of Harleton, Texas – but his ministry reaches much further than his rural community. Since the inception of J-S.T.A.R., Johnson has gone on 68 disa…El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado Read Article

Rose Hill man denies charges in girl’s death

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Water level at El Dorado Lake rises 5 feet above normal

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A report from the lake's observation site provided by the U.S. Corps of Engineers says the lake is 5.30 ft. above normal as of 11 a.m. Wednesday, with the flood pool being 58.32% full.El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado Read Article

Butler County EMA warns citizens of continuous flooding conditions - Butler County Times-Gazette

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Nikole Babb nbabb@cherryroad.com While water rescues, evacuations and shelter operations continue in El Dorado, flooding threats are expected to continue downstream. The Butler County Emergency Management Agency has stated that they’re expecting flooding problems to continue throughout the county, especially areas near Whitewater and Walnut Rivers. Over the next couple of days, the National Weather Service forecasts are predicting the rivers to…Evacuations · El Dorado Read Article

May DAR Meeting - Butler County Times-Gazette

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Carla Cook, SFP SecretarySusannah French Putney Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution The regular meeting of the Susannah French Putney Chapter of the… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseSports · El Dorado Read Article

Local Credit Union celebrates 90 years with community event Augusta park - Butler County Times-Gazette

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White Eagle Credit Union Live music, food trucks, games, and Cornhole Tournament to benefit the American Heart Association White Eagle Credit Union is celebrating 90 years of service with a Celebration in the Park on Saturday, June 7th, from 3-8Ppm at Garvin Park, Augusta. This free, family-friendly event is open to the public and will feature: -Live music by local favorites Junk Male and Annie UP -Games, Mega Pines Golf, and activities for all…El Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado Read Article

SBAMH Auxiliary awards 2025 Scholarships - Butler County Times-Gazette

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Cindy Schaker, SBAMH Auxiliary Publicity Chair Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Susan B. Allen Memorial Hospital Auxiliary announces 2025 Scholarship recipients. Janet Baker, Auxiliary… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now CloseEl Dorado, Kansas · El Dorado Read Article

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