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Lawrence Public Library proposes eliminating fines for overdue books
he Lawrence Public Library wants to join a growing list of libraries that have eliminated fines for overdue books and other media. Library staff recommended this week that the library eliminate overdue fines and charge people only for lost or…
Lawrence to host public meeting regarding proposals to ban or charge for plastic and paper bags
The City of Lawrence is seeking public input on a proposal to ban or charge a fee for single-use plastic and paper bags. The Lawrence Sustainability Advisory Board previously recommended that the city charge a 16-cent fee for disposable plastic…
Topeka leaders reject term limits, approve vacant property registry
Topeka's mayor and city council voted late Tuesday against giving Topekans a November 2020 ballot question vote on whether to impose term limits upon the mayor and council. In a separate vote, the council established a registration program for owners…
Manhattan removes full ban on smoking, vaping on patios in combined law
Manhattan’s newly combined smoking and vaping ordinance will not completely ban nicotine consumption on bar and restaurant outdoor patios. It passed by 3 to 2 vote. The City Commission Tuesday changed course on the regulations following outreach from multiple area…
Historic Big Boy steam locomotive chugs through Manhattan
Union Pacific’s steam locomotive 4014 is trekking across the country to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Transcontinental Railroad. Ed Dickens is the senior manager of Union Pacific’s Heritage Operations and helped lead restoration on the 7,000 horse power, 135…
Sewer rate hike at Lake Fort Scott on hold
The Fort Scott City Commission Tuesday night tabled a proposed 3 percent increase in rates for sewer customers at Lake Fort Scott. Commissioners tabled the matter after hearing from lake residents who are concerned about the proposed increase, and remarks…
City to handle animals on its own
City Administrator Joe Turner asked the council for feedback as he presented a report on the animal control services for the city and recommended that Sedgwick terminate its contract with the City of Halstead and Animal Control Officer (ACO). The…
USDA invests in Horton water and wastewater infrastructure
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Community Programs Director in Kansas, Dan Fischer, announced that three Kansas communities - including Horton - are receiving $23 million in financing to improve water and wastewater infrastructure. USDA is funding the projects…
HCC employees give back to Doniphan County for Thanksgiving
On Nov. 20, Highland Community College employees donated enough food to provide 15 Doniphan County families in need with a Thanksgiving meal. The effort was spearheaded on campus by a group of employees called The Hamper Committee which includes, Theresa…
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