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Study identifies Kansas as promising state for wind energy development with little impact on wildlife
An analysis released this month by a nonprofit environmental group with global reach identified Kansas as a promising place in the United States to develop wind energy without destroying natural habitats unique to the Great Plains. According to the new…
Topeka to consider banning use of ’no knock’ search warrants
Local elected officials plan this coming week to consider banning the use of "no knock" search warrants in Topeka and extending a Shawnee County state of disaster emergency. ... The city’s mayor and council plan to consider Councilman Spencer Duncan’s…
Shawnee County: Some restaurants may still offer dine-in service between 2 and 3 p.m.
The Shawnee County COVID-19 Response Team announced a revision late Friday afternoon to a restriction that took effect at 12:01 a.m. Thursday requiring bars and restaurants that serve food to stop offering dine-in service between 2 and 3 p.m. to…
Wichita’s nearly $1 billion water and sewer overhaul could be finished by 2027
Wichita is moving dirt for a new water treatment facility and planning to upgrade its sewage treatment plant by 2027 in a nearly $1 billion infrastructure overhaul. The Northwest Water Treatment Facility — near the Sedgwick County Zoo at 21st…
Decision expected Monday on whether Kansas will have a state fair this year
The Kansas State Fair Board will meet on Monday to reconsider its decision to hold this year’s event after a large number of vendors indicated they will not participate in September. “What happened is after the board made the decision,…
Fire district board to remain in control for now
The question of who is the governing body of the Leavenworth County Fire District No. 1 has been answered for the moment in Lansing, at least while a lawsuit is pending in District Court. District Judge David King announced Tuesday…
Roeland Park adopts ad hoc committee, professional services for police policy review
The Roeland Park City Council on Monday evening took further steps to conduct a review of police policies. The council approved an Ad Hoc committee and an agreement with Lexipol, which provides public safety policy and training solutions for law enforcement…
Merriam Town Center becomes destination for Wyandotte County RideKC microtransit line
The Merriam Town Center is now an eligible destination for the RideKC 199 microtransit service area, previously servicing only Wyandotte County. The expansion offers riders a connection between Johnson and Wyandotte Counties, in addition to “access to jobs, healthcare, education,…
Plans moving forward with Whimmydiddle in Scott City
Worried that local officials might not allow the annual Whimmydiddle arts and crafts show to proceed this year, members of the Alpha Omega sorority were assured by Scott County commissioners they could proceed with the event as normal. But, the…
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