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City of Newton budget a success for political process
That’s how a budgeting process should go. We saw the Newton City Commission pass a budget last week after long debate, community feedback and compromise. It was truly a singular event. And we’re proud of all involved for the effort,…
Lenexa council OKs plan for Quivira Road focused on redevelopment of commercial areas
The Lenexa City Council has accepted a plan for Quivira Road that recommends redevelopment of key commercial areas, more transportation options and initiatives to develop a sense of place along the roadway from 79th to 99th streets. The study identified…
Saline County agrees to fund Salina Community Economic Development Organization for the next three years
Saline County commissioners Tuesday agreed to provide $20,000 annually for the next three years to fund the Salina Community Economic Development Organization. SCEDO Executive Director Mitch Robinson had requested $50,000 annually for three years. Commissioner Rodger Sparks said commissioners decided…
Company plans 1,000 jobs over five years in new office building in Overland Park
Shamrock Trading Corp. announced Tuesday that it will build a $250 million office building across the street from its Overland Park location, creating 1,000 jobs over the next five years that will pay an average salary of $56,000. The announcement…
Topeka to hold community improvment program in collaboration with NeighborWorks America
In September, the City of Topeka will host a community improvement program to encourage positive action in local neighborhoods. The program, Topeka Neighborhood University, is a leadership training hosted by NeighborWorks America. NeighborWorks America is an organization that trains and…
Salina Commissioners agree to STAR bonds for project
Salina city commissioners voted unanimously Monday to allow the developers of The Alley, FIB, to assign their rights to STAR Bond and Community Improvement District proceeds to American State Bank & Trust Company, as collateral for their financing. FIB will…
New Great Bend administrator settling in
As the City of Great Bend feted Interim City Administrator George Kolb Monday afternoon, his permanent replacement Kendel Francis had his first day on the job. Kolb’s official last day is Aug. 17. But both he and Francis will be…
Great Bend says farewell to Interim Administrator Kolb
It was a time for The City of Great Bend to say farewell to Interim City Administrator George Kolb Monday afternoon. The reception at the Events Center recognized the veteran city official who stepped into the breach last fall following…
Topeka police officer contributes to neighborhood rejuvenation effort
As Topeka police officer Derek Parrett stands in the 700 block of S.W. Buchanan, he points to two homes on the west side of the street that are being spruced up. Representatives from city departments have gone house by house,…
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