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County considering dissolving township
In the wake of a dead-end board election for Terry township, Finney County commissioners discussed Monday the option to dissolve and merge the area with a neighboring township, a new action for Finney County that potentially could pave the way…
Shawnee County Courthouse’s snack bar gets updated look
The Shawnee County Courthouse’s snack bar has a revamped look that reflects the professionalism of the county, Shawnee County Commissioner Shelly Buhler said during the space’s unveiling Thursday. County officials began considering the renovation last year, and in December 2017,…
Sen. Alley gets feedback from Cowley county commission
Cowley County commissioners had a request list for state Sen. Larry Alley, R-Winfield, when he stopped by the commission meeting Tuesday morning. Alley said he has been visiting all the county commissions in Senate District 32 that includes parts of…
Augusta City Council approves camera upgrades for police units
Four police cars will be receiving mounted camera system upgrades. Council approved the request for the purchase of wi-fi adapters, software, and a video storage server from Watch Guard in the amount of $8,040. The department uses in-car video recording…
Prairie Village resident pushes city to better integrate accessible play equipment into neighborhood parks
The Prairie Village governing body this week denied a resident’s appeal of the city’s decision to invest heavily in accessible playground equipment at Franklin and Harmon Parks, a move he said denied kids with disabilities the chance to be incorporated…
Lenexa approves $200K review of former city hall facility, future public safety center needs
Lenexa will undertake an extensive review and planning process for the former city hall facility on 87th Street as leaders look to ensure the city has the space to house its public safety needs — from the police department to…
Some fees change with new water park contract in Derby
A new operating agreement between the Derby Recreation Commission and the city of Derby for Rock River Rapids was approved by the City Council at its Nov. 27 meeting. The contract was due to expire on Dec. 31 and the…
Marion swears Jeffrey in as police chief
Marion assistant police chief Clinton Jeffrey will take over as chief of police effective immediately after Monday’s city council meeting. Jeffrey comes to the position with 11 years’ experience in law enforcement. He comes to the role with support and…
Ellis County, Extension celebrate project’s completion
Even though there is still some work to be completed, Ellis County officials, along with those from the recently formed Cottonwood Extension District, celebrated the completion of the last of three building renovations. “We’re so excited because we’re done!” Ellis…
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