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Filling county housing shortage a ‘monstrous’ task
Over the past 15 years, the City of Hutchinson issued only about a dozen building permits per year for new single-family homes—and twice as many demolition permits. To meet current housing demand, however, and spur new economic and population growth,…
Iola High School launches fishing team
Iola’s newest sports program is already getting attention from dozens of students, who may soon begin practicing to become the first members of the Iola High School fishing team. With at least 15 students expressing interest in the sport, Iola…
Topeka City Council hears opinions on whether to implement a rental registry
Proponents argue a registry is needed to hold landlords accountable for unsafe living conditions, citing issues like infestations and mold. Opponents, primarily landlords, feel the measure unfairly punishes good property owners for the actions of a few. Read more: CJonline
Salina Voters to Decide Fate of 20-Year Pit Bull Ban in Upcoming Special Election
The decision came after a petition ordinance to overturn the current ban of pit bull breeds in the city was certified by Saline County as having received enough signatures to move forward. Read more: Salina Journal
City of Coffeyville Launches Downtown Utility Box Art Refresh Project
The City of Coffeyville’s Community Development Department is inviting local artists, students, and residents to help bring new life to the downtown district through the Downtown Utility Box Repaint Project — a creative initiative to refresh the painted utility boxes…
Governor Kelly Directs Flags be Flown at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Vice President Dick Cheney
On Tuesday, Governor Laura Kelly, in accordance with Executive Order #20-30, ordered flags throughout the State of Kansas be flown at half-staff immediately until sundown on the day of interment to honor the passing of Vice President Dick Cheney. “Vice…
BESS beatdown, shakeups mark off-year election
It was a rough night for incumbents. Harvey County voters in numerous elections signaled a wish to change directions at the ballot box. In total, 22.3 percent of registered voters cast ballots, roughly the same turnout as in 2023. Read…
Prairie Village voters reject PV United candidates, measure to “abandon” government. What happens next?
Prairie Village voters turned out in record-breaking numbers on Nov. 4 to reject all six candidates backed by Prairie Village United in a decisive victory for allies of the incumbent City Council. In all, 60% of Prairie Village voters cast…
Prairie Village voters overwhelmingly reject question to ‘abandon’ city government
Prairie Village voters on Tuesday overwhelmingly rejected the question to “abandon” the city’s form of government. This year’s Prairie Village municipal election saw not only six contested city council races, but an unusual question about whether the city should “abandon”…
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