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More healthcare options coming to Oswego
In many rural communities, people often have to quite a distance in order to receive the healthcare they need. But this will soon change for folks in Labette County. Oswego, specifically. Brian Williams, Labette Health CEO & President, said, “County…
Passed over by KDOT, Lenexa seeks $600 million in federal aid for highway projects
The City of Lenexa is seeking more than $600 million in federal aid for a pair of road construction projects in Johnson County that failed to get the green light at the state level. Lenexa wants more than $400 million…
How a new project aims to grow Kansas’ future tech workforce by focusing on kids
Two years ago, Nick Poels decided he wanted K-12 students in his rural Kansas community of 2,500 to learn to code. Kids in Phillipsburg soon had a brand-new computer lab, and Poels hoped 20 or 30 children might use it.…
How Wichita Housing Can Stay Affordable
When newcomers visit Wichita, many inevitably bring up the affordable cost of living, especially in regard to housing. For most Americans, rent and mortgage payments are the largest monthly expense they accrue. And research shows that affordable housing positively impacts…
Johnson County ends mask order but strongly encourages residents to still follow COVID-19 guidelines
Johnson County’s health order requiring masks and social distancing in businesses has become a “strong recommendation,” which carries no enforcement but still encourages employers and organizations to follow federal COVID-19 guidelines. On Thursday, the Johnson County Commission voted 5-1 on…
Electric rental scooters could make debut on Overland Park streets this summer
Motorized scooters like those in downtown Kansas City are back on the drawing board in Overland Park after a two-year hiatus. A city council committee Wednesday agreed that the city should pursue a pilot project for a scooter share program…
Shawnee businesses hope new public drinking rule draws customers downtown
The downtown Shawnee core is now a public common consumption area, which means drinking establishments can more easily host outdoor events and serve alcohol in patio settings. After a brief discussion, the Shawnee City Council on Monday unanimously approved the…
Groundwater levels decline across parts of Kansas
Each year, the Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) and the Division of Water Resources (DWR) measure more than 1,400 wells to track the drops in groundwater levels. Throughout 2020, experts recorded an average groundwater decline of nearly one foot across the…
Company plans to build fiber optic network in Parsons
A communications company wants to sign a franchise agreement with the city of Parsons to allow for underground fiber optic cable on city right of way. The city commission will consider an ordinance during a regular Monday evening meeting that…
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