U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development State Director for Kansas Lynne Hinrichsen today announced that USDA is investing $7,200 for community infrastructure in the city of Independence. … The Independence Area Library District will use a $7,200 Community Facilities Grant to purchase new mobile book shelves, storage and extra seating for the Independence Public Library. The library was built in 1907 and expanded in 2007. Existing furniture is deteriorating and unsafe. The improvements announced today will help modernize the older portion of the facility, enhancing the children and teen areas, and allow more space for classes and large events.
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