Today’s high near 68, with rain to follow Friday through Wednesday

The area could be looking at 2 to 3 inches of rain from Friday through Monday. (National Weather Service graphic)

It will be the last day of mild and sunny weather before several days of rain in the forecast.

Temperatures today will rise to a high of 68, with sunny skies, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

Rain is in the forecast for every day from Friday through Wednesday.

Many areas will see the potential of 2 to 3 inches of rain through Monday, the weather service said.

With several rounds of rain, river and flash flooding may be possible, according to the weather service. Severe weather is not anticipated at this time.

Today, it will be sunny with a high near 68 and a south southeast wind around 6 mph, the weather service said.

Tonight, there will be increasing clouds, with a low of 49 and a southeast wind of 6 mph, according to the weather service.

Friday, there is a 40 percent chance of showers, with a high near 67 and a south wind of 6 to 11 mph, gusting as high as 22 mph. New precipitation is less than a tenth of an inch of rain.

Friday night, there is a 50 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1 a.m., according to the weather service. The low will be around 56 with a south wind of 6 to 8 mph. Less than a tenth of an inch of rain is possible.

Saturday, there is an 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm, the weather service said. The high will be near 67 with a south wind of 6 to 8 mph. New rainfall amounts are between a quarter and half-inch.

Saturday night, there is an 80 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm, according to the weather service. The low will be around 59. Between a quarter and half-inch of rain is possible.

Sunday, there is a 70 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1 p.m., the weather service said. The high will be near 75.

Sunday night, there is a 70 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm. The low will be around 64.

Monday, there is a 60 percent chance of showers, with thunderstorms also possible after 1 p.m., the weather service said. The high will be near 75.

Monday night, there is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low of 61, according to the weather service.

Tuesday, there is a 50 percent chance of showers, with a high near 77, the weather service said.

Tuesday night, there is a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low of 61, according to the weather service.

Wednesday, there is a 60 percent chance of showers and possibly a thunderstorm, with a high near 76, the weather service said.

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Lady Braves celebrate soccer seniors

Bonner Springs senior goalkeeper Alex Rivers pounced on a rebound to prevent a Piper goal. Piper won the match 6-1. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

by Brian Turrel

The Bonner Springs Lady Braves celebrated their soccer seniors Tuesday evening. The warm glow of affection from their teammates was dimmed just slightly by a 6-1 defeat from the Piper Lady Pirates.

Other than the halftime ceremony, the Lady Pirates controlled most of the proceedings on the field. Piper’s speed up front gave them an advantage in playing over the top, and they ran out to a 4-0 halftime lead.

Bonner’s speedy striker Jenna Knight attracted multiple defenders when she got into an attacking space, but finally broke through with a second-half goal to get the Lady Braves on the board.

Piper’s over-anxious forwards got pulled back for offsides several times early in the second half, slowing their attack. Lady Braves goalkeeper Alex Rivers also recorded some timely saves to limit Piper to 2 goals in the half.

Piper’s Morgan Parker scored 2 goals in the match, the first of her varsity career. Brylie Reece also opened her scoring account with a first-half goal. Ryann Clark added two goals, and Sierra Montez one in the first half. Samantha Trumbo earned two assists.

Piper’s record improves to 11-3. They’re currently ranked fourth in the 5A East Region schools. The Pirates will play at Eudora on Thursday in their last regular season game. Bonner Springs finishes its regular season at 6-10. Both teams will be getting ready for the regional playoffs starting May 17.

Bonner Springs senior Charity Seaton made a run on the Piper goal. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Bonner Springs sophomore Gabrielle Klein slid in to win the ball from Piper senior Samantha Trumbo. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Piper sophomore Brylie Reese scored the first goal of her varsity career to put the Lady Pirates ahead 4-0 in the first half. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Bonner Springs senior Jazmin Graham and Piper freshman Ella Buff scrapped for a ball at midfield. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Piper senior Samantha Trumbo got in behind the Bonner Springs defenders. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Piper sophomore Ryann Clark looked ahead as she raced toward the Bonner Springs goal. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Piper sophomore Madison Welker pushed toward the Bonner Springs goal. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Bonner Springs senior Alex Rivers secured the ball ahead of a shot from Piper sophomore Madison Welker. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Piper sophomore Kyndall Letcher lined up a shot on goal. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)
Bonner Springs senior Lauren Tinberg was honored during the halftime ceremony. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

 

Bonner Springs senior Hannah Mellott won the ball along the right sideline before taking a shot on goal. (Photo copyright 2021 by Brian Turrel)

Monarchs win preseason game

The Kansas City Monarchs won a preseason game 9-1 against the Houston Apollos on Wednesday night at Legends Field in Kansas City, Kansas. More preseason games are scheduled Friday and Monday, with the regular season home opener at 7 p.m. May 18 against the Lincoln Saltdogs. (Photo by William Crum)
More photos from the Kansas City Monarchs preseason game Wednesday night at Legends Field in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by William Crum)
More photos from the Kansas City Monarchs preseason game Wednesday night at Legends Field in Kansas City, Kansas. (Photo by William Crum)
Monarch, the official dog of the Kansas City Monarchs, is only 6 months old. He is the owner’s family dog. (Photo by William Crum)
Monarchs manager Joe Calfapietra. (Photo by William Crum)