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Local police take specialized training to help opioid epidemic
As the number of drug overdose deaths continues to climb across Kansas (nationwide, the daily average for opioid overdose deaths is 130 people), special Naloxone training sessions for law enforcement agencies are being held throughout the state. "For us, it's…
Valley Center will have first-of-its-kind 3D printed housing community
A Wichita startup working to revolutionize the way homes are built in Kansas has its first development project lined up in Valley Center. CC3D, a startup from the Wichita-based Crain Company, plans to build a first-of-its-kind neighborhood of 3D-printed concrete…
Amazon employees in Kansas can pursue college degree from Butler under new program
Amazon employees in Kansas have the opportunity to advance their education through a new program with Butler Community College, the El Dorado school announced. Amazon, which has a fulfillment center in Park City and a distribution facility in northeast Wichita,…
Hill’s to use former city council chambers in Tonganoxie
Hill’s Pet Nutrition will be utilizing the former city council chambers in Tonganoxie. The pet food company’s agreement with the city of Tonganoxie was approved at a recent Tonganoxie City Council meeting. Hill’s will use the space at 321 Delaware…
Poverty simulation boosts understanding
StepMC has been helping the McPherson community understand poverty for over 10 years and will continue that mission this Thursday, July 23, with a poverty simulation. StepMC was founded in 2010 by a group of city leaders who recognized the…
Emporia Main Street celebrates accomplishments
Emporia Main Street had a lot to celebrate last year, and it’s looking to expand on those successes over the next year. Main Street had its annual meeting at the Lyon County History Center on Wednesday. Main Street Director Casey…
Lifeguard shortages lead to more changes at McPherson Water Park
Lifeguard shortages continue to cause changes at McPherson Water Park. Staffing shortages have led to the water park being closed on Mondays. On Tuesday, the city commission made additional changes to help keep the water park open for the remainder…
Cleanup at old Sunflower site still years from completion, but Army says that shouldn’t impact Panasonic factory
Roughly 25 years after its closure, cleanup on the former Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant south of K-10 highway in De Soto is still forecast to take at least six more years, even as a new $4 billion electric vehicle battery…
JoCo homeowners can get money back for sustainable yard projects
There’s still a lot of summer left, Johnson County — leaving ample time for home improvement projects. If you’re undertaking a DIY endeavor especially around your yard this summer, you may consider getting some money back if it’s an eco-friendly…
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