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Disappearing Main Street: The struggles of finding the next generation of owners

How long do you think it should take to find a buyer for a thriving business? Longer than you might think if you live in small town, Kansas. Don’s Place is nestled in the middle of downtown Protection, Kansas whose population was 503 as of 2021. There it’s been serving up home cooked goodies for fifty years now, a milestone the entire town celebrated in September. … But now, the Dellingers are looking to sell. “I’m not quitting because of the business. I’m just quitting because I’m too old to do it,” Don said as he flipped burgers on the grill. “Things are starting to wear out.” However, they can only sell out if they can find the next generation of owners.
Source: KAKE – News

info2023-11-16T08:14:14-06:00November 15, 2023|News|

Fighting water woes in Kansas

The State of Kansas Governor’s water conference is this week. It’s an effort to save water in the wake of a drought in parts of Kansas, along with aquifers that are drying up. “I always say the sky is not falling. But today is our opportunity to keep it from falling,” said Susan Metzger with Kansas State University. Metzger is announcing a water institute at Kansas State at the university level this week as well that coincided with the state water conference. “The future is critical, and if we don’t protect our water resources here in Kansas, well then our communities, our industries, our livelihood, they have the choice and freedom to move to other places,” said Metzger.
Source: KSN-TV

info2023-11-16T08:14:30-06:00November 15, 2023|News|

Pottawatomie County ponders next steps after sales tax proposal fails for second time

For two consecutive years, Pottawatomie County voters have turned down a proposal to raise sales tax by a quarter percent to fund certain county road projects. Commissioners on Monday pointed to a lack of ability to educate the public as to the benefits of these projects. County Counselor John Watt says commissioners can’t actively push ballot issues because of state statute, something Dee McKee says she doesn’t agree with. Commissioner Greg Riat believed the issue could’ve been helped if an outside group threw its support around it. County Administrator Chad Kinsley says a big discussion will be needed ahead of next year’s budget.
Source: 1350 KMAN

info2023-11-16T08:15:38-06:00November 15, 2023|News|

City of Newton working to boost tree sales

The City of Newton is giving out coupons to residents for 50 percent off trees through the end of the month or until supplies last. Currently, the city has given out about a third of the available coupons. Coupons can be picked up at the third floor of City Hall, located at 201 E Sixth Street, and will have a list of participating greenhouses. Erin McDaniels, the city’s communication’s director, said the city does this each spring and autumn as part of its tree city program. “Having trees and green space and parks, these are things that improve the quality of life for our community,” McDaniels said.
Source: Harvey County Now

info2023-11-16T08:16:58-06:00November 15, 2023|News|

Haysville offers incentives to open certain restaurants in the city

The City’s Economic Development Director Danielle Gabor said the city is looking at ways to keep up with its growing population. One way is with its restaurant incentive program that is designed to help new restaurants get up and going. “Originally was $5,000 and it was just for a steakhouse and a coffee shop and we increased that number recently to $15,000. It also includes a fast food or quick service dining restaurant,” explained Gabor. Gabor says adding more restaurants in the city gives more options for both Haysville residents and people in nearby cities like Wichita to visit and spend their money.
Source: KAKE – News

info2023-11-16T08:17:34-06:00November 15, 2023|News|

City of El Dorado receives Safe Streets and Roads for All grant

Transportation safety is always a priority for the City of El Dorado, whether it’s driving, walking or biking. A Safe Streets and Roads for All grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation will help the City continue to improve safety throughout the community. The City received notice from Congressman Ron Estes’ office of the $160,000 grant. This will be used for a road safety audit to develop a new City of El Dorado Transportation Safety Action Plan, which will be part of the previously authorized Transportation Master Plan now underway. “This will help us identify places that have safety issues in the transportation network,” explained City Engineer Scott Rickard. “From there, we will come up with a plan to remediate those issues.” The grant will hopefully open other opportunities for federal or state grant dollars. Typically, federal funds are first used to fund planning documents to justify construction projects. “This will give us a guiding document to apply for additional grant funds for building out the improvements,” Rickard said. “It also will aid in updating the City’s Capital Improvement Plan for future improvements.” El Dorado is one of only seven cities in Kansas who received this grant, which focuses on planning and projects to improve safety and help prevent deaths and serious injuries on the nation’s roadways. In addition to the federal grant of $160,000, the Kansas Department of Transportation is funding the matching 20 percent so there is no cost to the City.
Source: City of El Dorado

info2023-11-15T09:55:19-06:00November 14, 2023|News|

Russell recognizes Purple Heart recipients at ceremony tomorrow

The Purple Heart medal is presented to U.S. military service members wounded or killed by enemy fire. It was originally awarded by George Washington in 1782 to recognize meritorious service in combat. It is the nation’s oldest and one of the most distinguished military awards. The Russell community is home to many veterans and families, including Purple Heart recipients and Gold Star families. The City of Russell has a long history of supporting military personnel and veterans. The Purple Heart Proclamation is an official expression of Russell’s appreciation for the sacrifices and Purple Heart recipients that were made defending our freedoms.
Source: City of Russell

info2023-11-13T12:56:24-06:00November 13, 2023|News|

Shawnee voters overwhelmingly renew two key sales taxes

With two landslide approvals by Shawnee voters, the renewal of two existing sales taxes means promising futures for city projects. In last Tuesday’s election, Shawnee voters overwhelmingly voted to renew the “Parks & Pipes and Pavement” sales taxes, which together fund improvement projects throughout the city. Their renewal means the city will be able to move ahead with no gaps in funding. According to unofficial final Election Night results, the “Parks and Pipes” tax issue passed with nearly 75% of voters approving the measure, which renews the 1/8-cent citywide sales tax that is specifically designated for building and improving city parks, trails and stormwater drainage systems. Meanwhile, the “Pavement” tax passed with nearly 76% of voters approving it. That’s a 3/8-cent citywide sales tax meant specifically for maintenance and improvements to city streets, curbs and sidewalks.
Source: Shawnee Mission Post

info2023-11-13T12:45:17-06:00November 13, 2023|News|

Clay Center continues discussion on lifting pit bull ban

Four members of the Clay Center City Council’s Administrative Committee agreed last week they should recommend to the full council to do away with the city’s ban on pit bulls and strengthen the city’s vicious dog ordinance with stricter penalties for dogs running at large. However, they also agreed the council should have more discussion on this before they do it. The council reviewed statistics on dog attacks and looked at other cities that have lifted bans, which included Abilene, Salina, Concordia and Junction City. These cities also handle issues with dogs with a vicious dog ordinance rather than an outright ban.
Source: www.ccenterdispatch.com – RSS Results in news,local/* of type article

info2023-11-13T12:37:51-06:00November 13, 2023|News|

Lawrence Public Library bans smoking, verbal harassment and more from its campus under new code of conduct

The Lawrence Public Library has rolled out new rules for its campus and lawn — including banning smoking, vaping and verbal harassment — and prescribed consequences for breaking them. Repeated instances of such behavior could now get a patron suspended for a period of a week to six months, under the library’s new code of conduct. Violent or threatening behavior may result in longer or indefinite suspensions. The library has received numerous complaints from patrons about safety issues in and around the library. Library administrators pledged to improve public safety in the library, but the lawn and parking garage are owned by the City of Lawrence. That has limited staff members’ ability to address issues that may arise: for instance, the library can eject or ban people, but those people could still hang out outside. The Lawrence City Commission on Tuesday approved an agreement to lease the library plaza, the yard directly south of the library building, to the library for $1 per year for five years. With the new lease agreement, the library can extend its behavior policies to the whole campus, which includes “the library itself, the Library Plaza, Reader’s Garden, and green spaces surrounding the library on Vermont, Kentucky, and 7th Streets up to the public sidewalk,” according to the library’s website.
Source: The Lawrence Times

info2023-11-13T10:43:58-06:00November 13, 2023|News|

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Disappearing Main Street: The struggles of finding the next generation of owners

Fighting water woes in Kansas

Pottawatomie County ponders next steps after sales tax proposal fails for second time

City of Newton working to boost tree sales

Haysville offers incentives to open certain restaurants in the city

City of El Dorado receives Safe Streets and Roads for All grant

Russell recognizes Purple Heart recipients at ceremony tomorrow

Shawnee voters overwhelmingly renew two key sales taxes

Clay Center continues discussion on lifting pit bull ban

Lawrence Public Library bans smoking, verbal harassment and more from its campus under new code of conduct

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