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Wichita police handing out flyers with scooter rules, citations to begin in August

info2019-07-30T21:43:36-05:00July 30th, 2019|

It’s been two weeks since the launch of e-scooters in Wichita and while no citations have been given yet, city officials and officers are focusing on making sure you know the rules. Michael Tann, director of transit for the City of Wichita said 1,200 trips are taken every day on the scooters, which averages out to be about three trips per scooter. But, with new things always come with a few hiccups, including riders not paying attention whole on the scooters. (Read more: KSN-TV)

3.1 magnitude earthquake rattles central Kansas

info2019-07-30T17:39:59-05:00July 30th, 2019|

The U.S. Geological Survey says a 3.1 magnitude earthquake has rattled central Kansas. The quake was reported around 4:30 a.m. Tuesday about 5.6 miles southwest of the town of Solomon. No damage has been reported. Scientists say damage is not likely in earthquakes below magnitude 4.0. (Read more: KMBC)

Moundridge couple turning farmhouse into restaurant

info2019-07-30T17:38:59-05:00July 30th, 2019|

Joetta and Dave Whitcomb were looking for something to do after retiring. When friends told them of an old farmhouse for sale, they decided to turn it into a restaurant. When the Whitcombs first looked at the property, they were surprised to learn it used to be a working farm that included not just the a house and garage, but a large chicken house, several other outbuildings and 5 acres of land. At first, Dave and Joetta thought they would rent out the house and raise animals on the acreage. (Read more: Leavenworth Times)

County approves study to address Little Ark flooding outside Buhler

info2019-07-30T17:38:16-05:00July 30th, 2019|

The Reno County Commission Tuesday formally approved an agreement with a Wichita engineering firm to identify options and costs for reducing road flooding from the Little Arkansas River on a route into Buhler. The board also OK’d the creation of a new county “Food Policy Advisory Board” and the appointment of its inaugural members, set dates to canvass of votes from the Aug. 6 primary and Nov. 5 general election for 2019 city/school board elections, and scheduled its 2020 Budget public hearing. – Under the $26,709 contract with WSP, the company will examine the frequency of flooding on two roads – [...]

Textron Aviation joins WSU Innovation Campus to develop future workforce

info2019-07-30T17:37:26-05:00July 30th, 2019|

Wichita State University and Textron Aviation, a Textron Inc. company, have announced the next step in ongoing collaboration efforts to develop the future of the aviation industry and next generation of employees when the company signed a long-term lease at the Wichita State Innovation Campus. Around 40 Textron Aviation employees will share the 5,000 square foot space with Wichita State students to advance product innovation and help students better understand career opportunities within general aviation. (Read more: KSN-TV)

Manley to resign as Saline County Administrator

info2019-07-30T17:36:30-05:00July 30th, 2019|

Andrew Manley announced Tuesday morning his upcoming resignation as Saline County Administrator. Manley has accepted a new job as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for First Bank Kansas. Manley’s last day as County Administrator will be Aug. 29. He will begin his new job Sept. 1. Manley looks forward to working for the bank, which he said is one of the strongest financial institutions in central Kansas. In his new job, Manley will handle financials, market analysis, accounting, and trading. (Read more: News - Salina Journal)

These are the best hospitals around Kansas City, according to national rankings

info2019-07-30T17:35:39-05:00July 30th, 2019|

The University of Kansas Hospital and St. Luke’s Hospital again topped U.S. News & World Report’s rankings of best hospitals in Kansas City. North Kansas City Hospital and AdventHealth Shawnee Mission (formerly Shawnee Mission Medical Center) also earned high marks in the rankings released Monday. It was the 10th straight year the news website has ranked KU as best in the Kansas City area. (Read more: KC Star Local News)

Roadblocks to Pittsburg’s Housing Plans

info2019-07-30T17:19:15-05:00July 30th, 2019|

Over the past several months, concerned Pittsburg residents living near the planned Silverback Landing housing addition have raised a wide range of concerns about the development. At a Pittsburg City Commission meeting in June, resident Bill Strenth spoke during the public input period, and questioned the city’s plans for assisting a developer, P&L Development, LLC, to pay for infrastructure improvements in the planned housing development, located east of Rouse Street and north of Centennial Drive in an area south of Quincy Street, with the East Hills neighborhood located directly to the north, also in the area south of Quincy. (Read more: [...]

Pottawatomie County commissioner meets President Trump

info2019-07-30T17:17:40-05:00July 30th, 2019|

Commissioner Dee McKee with President Donald Trump On a recent trip to speak to the president’s cabinet, a Pottawatomie County commissioner was able to meet with President Donald Trump. Commissioner Dee McKee was in DC last week to talk to the president’s cabinet on how local issue are impacted by rules and regulations from the federal government. She met with members of the Department of Agriculture, Transportation, and the EPA. After their meetings, McKee and seven others were led to the oval office to meet President Donald Trump. (Read more: 1350 KMAN)

‘Meet Ike and Mamie again’: Eisenhower Museum reopens after a year of renovations

info2019-07-30T17:16:46-05:00July 30th, 2019|

After a year of construction at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum, renovations offer visitors the chance to meet Eisenhower and his wife, Mamie, through a new lens. The museum, 200 S.E. 4th St., was renovated with the hope of creating a place that attracts all types of museum-goers, from researchers who read every detail to visitors who prefer to skim through Eisenhower’s story. A dedication ceremony is scheduled for Oct. 12, the same weekend as Eisenhower’s birthday. (Read more: News - The Topeka Capital-Journal)

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