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Where does your water come from?
Last week’s boil order in the City of Wichita impacted thousands of water customers in the city, as well as customers on water systems that are supplied by Wichita. According to Wichita city officials, a “glitch” in the system was…
Differing opinions continue to stall Wind Energy Moratorium
The Brown County Commission met on Monday morning, and with a decision expected to implement a moratorium against the development of commercial wind energy in the county was once again delayed as commissioners clashed on details of the proposed moratorium.…
Tornado recovery in Andover is still very much a work in progress
It's been two months since a powerful tornado hit Andover, leaving hundreds of people to pick up the pieces. Today many of the houses that were damaged still look the same. Many houses have shattered windows and a lot of…
KDOT seeking comment on State Rail Plan
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is requesting comments on the draft Kansas Rail Plan. This document provides an overview of freight rail networks in Kansas, commodity flows, economic data and, additionally, information about passenger rail service in the state.…
Community Facade Improvement program picking up steam in Derby
More than halfway through 2022, the city’s new Community Facade Improvement program has been utilized minimally – but that could be set to change soon. According to Assistant City Manager for Development Dan Squires, two Derby businesses have been approved…
Fire departments in Lyon County receive state tax help
Some of your fire insurance payments have returned to Lyon County to help local fire departments. Kansas Insurance Commissioner Vicki Schmidt announced Wednesday that $162,447.57 has been distributed to seven Firefighter Relief Associations across the county. The allocation occurs each…
Kansas small town recognized by national travel website
A small town with deep historical connections has been recognized by a national travel website. Abilene was doubly recognized by TravelAwaits during their "Best of Travel Awards" for 2022. Abilene was recognized along with other scenic towns and cities from…
Flag retirement just got easier for one Kansas county
Anytime a U.S. flag becomes tattered or worn to the point it's no longer a fitting symbol, it requires a proper retirement in a dignified manner. This week, one local county is making that retirement process a little easier. In…
Golden petitioners drop their appeal
Petitioners have dropped their appeal of the County Commission’s decision not to approve incorporation of a proposed city of Golden in northwest Miami County. District Judge Steven Montgomery granted the petitioners’ dismissal without prejudice Thursday, June 23. During a hearing…
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