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Battle between urban and rural power providers could hit electric bills across Kansas
Two companies that have long been partners in providing Kansas electric power are locked in a battle over who should pay for what — and the outcome could affect your bills. The dispute, which will be resolved by federal energy…
Artful benches to enhance skate park landscape in Atchison
The Beautiful Benches Public Art Program continues expanding aesthetics to rest one’s mind and weary bones from the center of downtown to one of the area parks. Just days before Christmas Atchison Art Association members placed three benches at the…
An incentive for $2B Overland Park mixed-use will begin, then pause until 2024
Overland Park has given Brookridge's developers a better chance to max out an incentive for the $2 billion mixed-use project at the former golf course and fitness club property. Under its redevelopment deal with the city, Curtin Property Co. was…
New program offers grants to KCK businesses in need of pandemic aid
Small businesses in Kansas City, Kansas, may be eligible for aid under a new metro area grant program. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas, announced the KCK Small Business Resiliency Grant Program. Eligible businesses can be given up…
Kansas ranchers face a long road to recovery after devastating wildfires
This time of year, rancher Rich Koester is normally busy caring for newborn calves or feeding his herd to get them ready for winter. Instead, he’s busy burying livestock. As he walked up to the edge of a freshly dug…
Fallen Colwich officer Theodore James Ohlemeier honored by Point 27
A global nonprofit recently honored a fallen Colwich, Kansas police officer, Theodore James Ohlemeier, who died on Dec. 8 from COVID-19 complications. Ohlemeier was 58-years-old when he died. Ohlemeier contracted COVID-19 while in the line of duty as he arrested…
Support from across the country helps make a Parsons Police Department dream a reality
Since December 3rd, the Parsons Police Department has been working to bring those responsible for the murder of Ranger to justice. The story has gained attention of people and organizations all over the country, showing their support for the department…
New mayor wants to spur debate
When Steve French is sworn in as Iola mayor in January, he promises to do so without ego, but rather a desire to see the remaining City Council members meet his one request. “I will encourage true debate when we…
Pottawatomie, Wabaunsee counties agree to reapply for grant funding for Belvue Bridge replacement
Pottawatomie and Wabaunsee County commissioners have tentatively agreed to resubmit for a grant to repair the deteriorating Belvue Bridge which crosses the Kansas River. The move comes after a federal RAISE grant was denied for the project earlier this year.…
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