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Petition to force ban or public vote on Battery Energy Storage Systems submitted
A group opposed to a possible battery energy storage system has submitted a petition to force a vote on an ordinance banning certain kinds of the technology within the City of Halstead. Kevin Henderson stated that he and others delivered…
Chiefs seek STAR bond extension after Kansas stadium talks hit six-week lull
The Kansas City Chiefs want Kansas to extend enhanced STAR bonds that could publicly finance a domed stadium and other team projects across the state line. Approved in June 2024, Kansas' stadium offer would allow sales tax revenue bonds to…
Walmart opens $257M beef packaging facility in Olathe
Walmart hosted a grand opening for its $257 million case-ready beef packaging and distribution center on Friday in Olathe. The facility at 20200 W. 167th Street is the first case-ready facility fully owned and operated by Walmart. The debut of…
Even with Panasonic, De Soto park has thousands of acres to develop
The start of production at Panasonic’s $4 billion electric-vehicle battery plant in De Soto is nearing. Although the company hasn’t given a precise date, a ceremonial grand opening celebration is planned for July 14. It’s no secret Panasonic’s buildout has…
Kansas Supreme Court denial lets Prairie Village vote to abandon form of government
The Kansas Supreme Court declined to hear a case about controversial petitions requesting to change the form of government in Prairie Village. The petitions sparked in 2023 after the city attempted to amend zoning laws to allow for more affordable…
KCK Fire officials demonstrate fireworks dangers ahead of July 4th
Kansas City, Kansas, fire officials held a press conference on June 27, 2025, to warn families about the risks of consumer fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. Demonstrations included how hot sparklers can burn and safety reminders for…
Proposed 45,000-Pig Farm Near Minneapolis Spurs Public Hearing
A proposed hog farm in rural Ottawa County is drawing public attention ahead of a scheduled hearing next month. The facility, named Smoky Hills Pork, would house more than 45,000 pigs and be located near Minneapolis. The Kansas Department of…
KDOT Seeks Public Input on Proposed Amendment to 2025–2028 Statewide Transportation Plan
The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) requests comments on an amendment to the Federal Fiscal Year 2025-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) document. The STIP is a project specific publication that lists all KDOT administered projects, regardless of funding source, and…
Beating the Heat: Clay Center Zoo Adjusts Animal Care for Summer Weather
Early this year, during the dead of winter, we spoke with Clay Center Zoo Curator Garett Payne on how they care for animals in the extreme cold and snow. Recently, we spoke to Payne on how the animals are cared…
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