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‘It’s not just been work; it’s been family’
Miami County commissioners, during their Dec. 28 meeting, issued a proclamation honoring Elizabeth Sweeney-Reeder for her service as Miami County Attorney. Sweeney-Reeder began working at the Miami County Courthouse in 2006 under former Miami County Attorney David L. Miller. She…
‘We’re losing too many young people in this city,’ Wichita official says
Brandon Johnson, Wichita City Council member, pleaded for the community's help in addressing recent violence involving gangs. Community leaders were part of a news conference led by the Wichita Police Department on Friday. Source: Local News | Wichita Eagle
Man dies at North Lawrence campsite for people experiencing homelessness
A man died Friday at the North Lawrence campsite for people experiencing homelessness. At least two camp residents tried to perform CPR to resuscitate the man. One of them was a woman who trembled from shock afterward. She said she…
City of Lawrence to hold meetings on proposed changes to historic resources ordinances
The community is invited to three public meetings on proposed revisions to the chapter of Lawrence city code that deals with conservation of historic resources. Chapter 22 of the city code creates the Lawrence Register of Historic Places and the…
North Newton looking for buyer of hybrid police vehicle
In 2019 North Newton became the first city in the area to purchase a partially electric police vehicle. Now you have a shot to own it. The City’s looking to sell a 2018 Honda Clarity and has listed it on…
Ride Lawrence Transit for free this year
Lawrence Transit passengers can ride fare-free in 2023, starting Monday, Jan. 2. The yearlong, fare-free pilot program is supported by state and federal transit funds and sales tax revenue. It applies to fixed-route buses, T Lift, Night Line, and future…
Andover Police K9 recovers after emergency surgery
Andover Police K9 Bandit has recovered after an emergency surgery back in November. K9 Bandit suffered an intestinal torsion on November 5, according to the Andover Police Department. His handler took him to Urgent Pet Care LLC where they performed…
City of Manhattan asks for homeowner feedback on water lines
We've all heard scary headlines about tap water safety, like those dealing with the Flint Water Crisis. Now, the City of Manhattan hopes you can help it prevent lead contamination in the local drinking water. The Environmental Protection Agency sets…
Grocery tax cut will start soon in Kansas, here’s when
The food sales tax for Kansas will be dropping significantly at the beginning of 2023, giving local residents more money in pocket. Currently Kansas has the second highest sales tax rate on food in the entire country at 6.5%. House…
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