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These real estate projects will reshape Western Wyandotte County
A multibillion development pipeline could reshape Western Wyandotte County. Here’s a look at six major real estate developments planned around the Kansas Speedway. Read more: Kansas City Business Journal
Hutchinson Explores Hosting Next-Generation Nuclear Power Facility to Boost Economic Growth
The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce, alongside city officials, is exploring the possibility of bringing a next-generation nuclear power facility to Hutchinson, which could boost local economic growth and infrastructure. This interest follows TerraPower’s September 23 announcement of a memorandum…
Could Kansas get new nuclear reactors?
Companies are racing to roll out nuclear reactor designs that would be faster to build and could meet rising demand for energy from AI data centers. Two nuclear companies have proposals for new reactors in Kansas. Plus: Data centers are…
Wichita town hall focuses on collaboration between city, county and schools
A town hall meeting held Wednesday evening brought together leaders from the City of Wichita, Sedgwick County and Wichita Public Schools. The goal was to give government representatives a chance to hear from the public on how the three agencies…
Retirees and young professionals drive Pittsburg’s growth
Two different generations of Pittsburg residents are helping the city grow. City officials say they've been making a push to attract younger working professionals to Pittsburg, with new construction projects and high-quality businesses. More recently, the city reported an uptick…
Bourbon County delays talk on bitcoin mining noise issues
A discussion to control the noise surrounding a Bitcoin mining facility in Bourbon County is tabled for now. A representative from Evolution Tech, the company behind the facility, was scheduled to make an appearance at today's Bourbon County Commissioners meeting…
City leaders change policy for Topeka police uniforms
The Topeka City Council gave the Chief of Police permission to let officers in the department wear their uniform while off-duty. This new ordinance only applies to officers who are working security assignments on other jobs. The Topeka Police Department believes that…
‘I have a trust issue’: Size of proposed Jackson County solar farm meets skepticism among local leaders
Jackson County leaders are expressing their skepticism about the size of a proposed new solar facility in the local area. Jackson County's Board of County Commissioners met on Monday, Oct. 20 to discuss plans for a new 500-megawatt renewable energy…
Peabody sets deadline for ending yard camping
After almost two years the Peabody City Council will start enforcing its rules on camping on owned properties. Scott Spunaugles and wife Kathy Crawley, received permission in January 2024, to live in a camper on their property in the 600…
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