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Leavenworth County rehires former public works director
A former public works director for Leavenworth County is getting ready to step back into his old job. Mike Spickelmier has been hired as the county’s new public works director. He is scheduled to begin his new duties March 20,…
Gardner’s mayor says future continues to be bright
This past year was a momentous time for the City of Gardner. We celebrated the start and completion of a number of significant projects that enhanced the quality of life for our residents and addressed the diverse needs of our…
Salina residents concerned about North Ninth Street traffic
Several North Salina residents expressed concerns about the safety of pedestrians, especially children, who cross North Ninth Street, during a meeting at the St. John’s Military School library Thursday evening. Public Works Director Jim Kowach said Salina officials are considering…
Wichita plans to sell riverfront property near new ball park for $1 an acre
After agreeing to build a $75 million stadium to lure a minor-league baseball team to Wichita, city officials now plan to sell the land around the stadium to the team owners for $1 an acre. Wichita Riverfront LP, a partnership…
Property owners in northwest Lawrence must soon begin repairing sidewalks
Some property owners in northwest Lawrence will soon be getting notices from the city asking them to repair their sidewalks. City staff estimates that millions of dollars in sidewalk repairs are needed throughout Lawrence, and the city was broken into…
Transfer station’s future discussed in Labette county
City officials hope the expiration of a contract for the trash transfer station south of Parsons will result in lower rates. City Attorney Ross Albertini spoke to commissioners about the issue briefly during a work session Thursday afternoon. Waste Corporation…
Wind project foe balks on making survey public
An opponent of the Neosho Ridge Wind energy project wants some information about the project kept out of the public record. Neosho County Commissioners, with Counselor Seth Jones and County Attorney Linus Thuston present, talked Thursday evening about information provided…
Lawrence police document ‘ridiculous call’ in funny Twitter thread
The most ridiculous call of 2019 (so far)A thread. pic.twitter.com/F2SKHqDdZV— Lawrence Police (@LawrenceKS_PD) February 28, 2019 Click here to read the full thread.
Mayor in talks with at least three groups to move to former downtown Wichita library
Plans for Wichita’s longtime downtown library are far from finalized, but Mayor Jeff Longwell has been in talks with several organizations about possibly relocating there. “We’re excited about the possibility,” said KPTS, Channel 8, president and CEO Victor Hogstrom. “It’s…
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