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City commission plunges into toilet issue
Ernie Lujano addressed the Newton City Commission with a request: fix the Washington Park bathrooms so he would not have to keep plunging the toilets. Lujano spoke on behalf of the Newton Mexican-American Athletic Club, which uses the park as…
City commission plunges into toilet issue
Ernie Lujano addressed the Newton City Commission with a request: fix the Washington Park bathrooms so he would not have to keep plunging the toilets. Lujano spoke on behalf of the Newton Mexican-American Athletic Club, which uses the park as…
A troubled Kansas City grocery store has closed, despite nearly $18 million in city investments
Despite almost $18 million of dollars in taxpayer investment over the past ten years, the Sun Fresh grocery store in the Linwood Shopping center closed its doors Tuesday. “Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, we are no longer,…
What Rose Hill’s school bond renovations could do for students
In November 2024, Rose Hill voters passed a $20 million school bond. The district's superintendent says it was to fund much-needed improvements to the decades-old infrastructure. A year later, the improvements are coming to fruition, and school staff are counting…
Pipe manufacturing company opens in Maize
Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Company is celebrating the opening of its new $80 million manufacturing facility in Maize on Monday. The 134,000-square-foot plant, located on the 5801 block of 119th Street West produces polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes for plumbing and…
Gorilla Rising Project aims to revitalize Pittsburg landmark
Pitt State Gorillas are restoring a Pittsburg landmark and creating a new one. Pittsburg State University Gorillas and alumni are combining forces with Crossland Construction to complete the Gorilla Rising Project. 2024 Construction Management graduate, and now Crossland Field Engineer…
Olathe commission denies 24/7 cold storage facility after residents push back
Plans for a cold storage facility on the southern fringe of Olathe faced a major setback Monday night. The Olathe Planning Commission denied recommendation for a cold storage facility at 175th Street and Lone Elm Road. The commission’s recommendation concluded…
Rec Center accessibility, property tax rebates discussed for seniors
City commissioners heard a request Monday night to improve accessibility at the Rec Center. Senior Foundation of Eudora board member Annie Bryant spoke during public comment asking the commission to consider installing ADA compliant doors at the north doors of…
Lawrence City Commission approves tax incentives for KU Gateway District
Lawrence city commissioners on Tuesday approved a package of tax incentives of up to $94.6 million for KU to develop its Gateway District. The Gateway Project’s first phase included renovating much of the KU football stadium and construction of a…
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