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Judge rules lawsuit against Olathe cop for fatal shooting can go ahead

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A lawsuit against an Olathe police officer who shot and killed a man in a mental health crisis on New Year’s Eve in 2022, as well as the city of Olathe, can move forward. In a ruling published this week, Judge Julie Robinson of the U.S. District Court in Kansas City, Kansas, denied parts of the officer’s motion to dismiss the lawsuit, ruling that the officer is not eligible for qualified immunity, a legal doctrine that permits some government officials — like police officers — to avoid personal liability in some instances. The judge also declined to dismiss the city as [...]

Prank 911 call leads to lockdown at Overland Park elementary school

info2024-11-01T09:25:35-05:00November 1st, 2024|

Police officials say a prank 911 call prompted a lockdown at an Overland Park elementary school earlier this week. Overland Park officers responded to Sunrise Point Elementary School, 15800 Roe Ave., at 9:23 a.m. Tuesday after a Veterans Affairs Crisis Line received a threat. Sunrise Point school is part of the Blue Valley School District. Officer John Lacy, a spokesperson for Overland Park Police, said the crisis line reported that an armed subject was threatening to kill children at the school. Source: Johnson County Post

Elsmore residents want housing, infrastructure

info2024-11-01T09:24:01-05:00November 1st, 2024|

A Community Conversation allowed Elsmore residents to talk about their priorities and challenges. They talked about the need for short-term rental housing with an RV park or small rentals for hunters or those visiting the lake. They also want help with drainage and ditches. Infrastructure and housing top the list of priorities for Elsmore residents. The small community held a Community Conversation Oct. 22 to discuss what they enjoy about their town, as well as what areas need improvement. Allen County Commissioners received an update on the conversation Tuesday morning from Thrive Director of Community Engagement Marcia Davis. She noted that [...]

Law enforcement use of county airport runway sparks discussion

info2024-11-01T09:22:31-05:00November 1st, 2024|

Managing editor Sheriff’s deputy training at the airport was a topic of discussion at Monday’s Board of County Commission meeting. Both commissioner Raleigh Ordoyne and Road and Bridge supervisor Jimmy Workman observed several sheriff’s deputies’ patrol vehicles with flashing lights at the airport last week. Source: Backroads News

School bond up for vote to improve handful of KCK schools

info2024-11-01T09:20:56-05:00November 1st, 2024|

In August of this year, the Kansas City, Kansas Board of Education approved a $180 million bond issue for voters to take up in November. It would allow for three new schools to be built, along with facility upgrades and improvements. One of the Kansas City Kansas Public Schools in need of major renovations is Central Middle School. Source: FOX 4 Kansas City WDAF-TV | News, Weather, Sports

Goessel City Council approves chicken ordinance

info2024-11-01T09:19:30-05:00November 1st, 2024|

The Goessel city council met on Oct. 21 and approved Ordinance #311, concerning the number of hens that are allowed. Specifically, the ordinance states: “The maximum number of female chickens allowable under this provision shall not exceed ten (10).” Roosters are not allowed. Speaking of animals, the council also discussed the matter of 15 dog owners who do not have tags and collars for their dogs. Source: Hillsboro Free Press

5 WyCo projects that could add $1B in entertainment development

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Coming development in Wyandotte County will cement the area as a local destination for tourism. More than $1 billion worth of entertainment-based developments are planned, from a beach-themed hotel to surreal art exhibits. Here’s a look at five real estate projects taking center stage. Source: Kansas City Business Journal

KCK bond aims to rebuild schools, keep taxes steady. Will voters support second try?

info2024-11-01T09:14:59-05:00November 1st, 2024|

On the Nov. 5 ballot for residents living within the boundaries of the Kansas City, Kansas, Public Schools district is a capital plan that would rebuild two middle schools, consolidate two elementary schools as one and put an addition on the Sumner Academy of Arts and Science. It is a step district leaders say will enhance student opportunity in the district, one of the largest in the state, where some students learn in new buildings while others get by in crumbling facilities. The ask comes six months after voters widely rejected a more expansive effort that came with a $420 million [...]

Wichita denied tax credits for affordable housing near new homeless shelter

info2024-11-01T09:13:38-05:00November 1st, 2024|

The city of Wichita said it didn’t receive millions of dollars in tax credits that it would’ve used to build 175 affordable housing units for people moving out of homelessness. The funding challenge may force Wichita to significantly reduce the number of affordable units it can build adjacent to an emergency homeless shelter the city is in the process of constructing. The shelter – known as a multiagency center, or MAC – is located at the former Park Elementary school at Main and 9th Street. It will be staffed with a multitude of social services agencies. The city had plans to [...]

Voters to decide whether to add sales tax for EMS services

info2024-11-01T09:11:13-05:00November 1st, 2024|

The days are dwindling to when Allen County voters go to the polls Tuesday to voice their opinion on a proposed half-cent sales tax. County Commissioners devised the proposal. The proposed tax will generate approximately $1.2 million that will be designated to Allen County emergency medical services (EMS). The county currently pays a $2 million annual contract (August 2024 to July 2025) for EMS services out of its Ambulance Fund. According to commissioners, the additional revenue from the sales tax will lower property taxes, though they have not committed by how much. Source: The Iola Register