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Baxter Springs honors its roots as Kansas’ first cow town
Recently, the city put up the first of five billboards welcoming people to the first cow town in Kansas. The project was spearheaded by Mayor, Kelly Abbott and is meant to spur local tourism. "We've got a little logo saying…
Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center Opens Its Doors in Hutchinson, Kansas
A new era of hospitality begins today in Hutchinson as the Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center officially opens its doors, bringing elevated comfort, convenience, and community-focused amenities to the region. Located at 1715 N. Waldron Street, the newly constructed…
McPherson County Adopts Moratorium on Nuclear Power Projects in Unincorporated Areas, Commissioners Approve Comprehensive Plan for the County
McPherson County Commissioners Monday adopted a moratorium on development of nuclear power projects in unincorporated areas of the county. Over the past couple of weeks there has been discussion about possible nuclear projects, one of which would be in Reno…
Park City casino plans opening
A new casino and entertainment venue will be opening soon in Park City. Gilley’s is scheduled to open December 15, 10 miles north of Wichita at 1500 E. 77th Street N., in Park City. Customers can experience a wide variety…
Halstead faces a big decision about BESS
An issue that began in September 2023 and has been the most divisive in Halstead in recent years will be decided, at least in part, at the ballot box on Nov. 4. The City of Halstead entered a lease agreement…
Shawnee cracks down on motorized scooters — Here are the city’s new rules
Shawnee has passed new rules for children and younger teens who ride motorized devices like scooters and unicycles. On Tuesday, the Shawnee City Council unanimously approved amendments to the municipal code by adding rules for motorized scooters and unicycles to…
Some tattoos might receive scrutiny. But Wichita Police Officers are allowed ink
If you aspire to become an officer for the Wichita Police Department, you might want to give some advance thought to where you put any tattoos you get. Not to mention what you decide to include in the design. But…
Mulberry Annexation Takes Next Step
The Mulberry City Council recently voted in favor of a land annexation to set up a half billion dollar solar project, a move seen as a major step for the community's economic development. Read more: www.koamnewsnow.com
In western Kansas, a warning to door-kicking TikTokers
A social media trend of kicking down the doors of people's homes is as destructive as it sounds. The sheriff of one western Kansas county warns that it could also be deadly. In a social post on Tuesday, the Meade…
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