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Policing city ordinances a tough task
Every city has rules for keeping the community clean, but those often come with loopholes that can be taken advantage of by opportune residents. In Marion, inoperable vehicles are to be screened within a property, but even that has room…
Infrastructure, jobs on Lawrence City Manager Craig Owens’ mind after 100 days in office
In his first 100 days in office, one of the things City Manager Craig Owens noticed firsthand — while driving the city’s streets, observing the alleyway behind his house or pushing his son’s stroller over the sidewalks — was that…
As many rural communities see healthcare struggles, Colby hospital thrives
As many rural communities struggle to recruit and retain healthcare professionals, Colby sees an increase in services provided for patients. Citizens Health in Colby recently made renovations to accommodate its increasing numbers. Located on Interstate 70 between Hays and Denver,…
Wichitans invited to complete fireworks ordinance survey for 2020
The Wichita Fire Department wants your input on the City’s fireworks ordinance during the Fourth of July holiday season. In 2018, the ordinance was changed so the Wichita could reduce the number of illegal fireworks and injuries. Wichita Fire Department…
Homeowners in Andover neighborhood strongly oppose plans for apartment complex
Homeowners in Andover rally together in protest of a possible zoning change ahead of a city council meeting. Neighbors say it's a decision that has the potential to redraw school-district boundary lines. The controversy in the Andover neighborhood comes after…
Merriam council OKs public art installations, hours of operation for new community center
The Merriam city council on Monday evening approved art pieces and hours of operation for the new Merriam Community Center at Vavra Park. The community center will include three pieces of art, one on the parking garage and two in…
Overland Park planning commission advances plan for QuikTrip on Nall over homeowners’ complaints
Frustration boiled over Monday as a half dozen residents of the Nall Hills neighborhood approached the Overland Park planning commission with complaints about traffic, the flood plain, a portable toilet at Nall Park and the nearby Top Golf driving range.…
Leawood becomes Purple Heart city, the first in Johnson County
A group of Rotary Club members in Leawood have made a successful push to have the municipality designated as the first Purple Heart city in Johnson County. The designation serves as a continual recognition of the 1.6 million Americans who…
Wellington couple’s estate leaves $1.6 million to K-State College of Business Administration
A $1.6 million gift has been bestowed upon Kansas State University’s College of Business Administration. The estate of Otis and Wanda Gilliland of Wellington donated the money which establishes the Gilliland K-State Family Scholarship. It will create match opportunities for…
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