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Roeland Park looks to move forward on historical markers, Roe House replica in 2020
The Roeland Park city council this month set plans to work toward completion of two unfinished projects from its 2019 agenda: the Roe House replica at Nall Park and historical markers regarding the Roe family as well as the city’s…
Recycling report tops Pratt County meeting
The Pratt County Recycling Center continues to reduce the total amount of waste going into the Pratt County Landfill. Jason Winkel, county landfill manager, said the average ton per day of 14.9 tons at the landfill in 2019 was down…
Property Taxes Sink Farmland Owners
Policymakers in Nebraska, Iowa and other agriculture-intensive Midwestern states prioritize property tax cuts, Loughead said. “But real, lasting property tax reform is difficult to accomplish, so these debates can take years to play out.” The Nebraska Revenue Committee introduced a…
Mysterious drone sightings reported in Marshall County
At least two sets of drones flying in formation were reported in Marshall County in the past week. They’re among several reports of groups of drones flying in Nebraska, northern Kansas and northeast Colorado in December and January. Marshall County…
Riley County losing out on $661,000 in revenue since mortgage tax phase out
Riley County lost out on $661,000 in tax revenue in 2019 mortgage registration fees after the Kansas legislature voted in 2014 to begin a five-year phase out of fees, said Debbie Regester, the county’s register of deeds. “I guess I’m…
JoCo program focuses on jobs for people with disabilities
A Johnson County agency has set two meetings for families interested in finding community employment for loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The discussion will focus on Project SEARCH, which is for individuals 18 and over. Operated by Johnson…
City of Wichita launches interactive map for snow plow tracking
Condition of roads in south central Kansas are changing with the wintry mix making its way into the metro area. With the rain, ice, and snow expected overnight Thursday, it could create possible slick spots and make travel tricky. The…
Sales tax on Netflix? State budget proposal could add to your bill
The state budget presented to lawmakers by Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly comes with a recommendation to add a sales tax on online services where you can watch your favorite movies, play your favorite video games and listen to your favorite…
Council members and activists react to proposed Riverfront plan without Century II
The final plans for the Arkansas riverfront are out and they do not include century two. Tuesday night the Riverfront Legacy Master Plan Coalition unveiled its vision for the riverfront. Some are upset it gets rid of the iconic round…
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