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Halstead and Sedgwick planning to partner for KDOT grant
In a joint effort, two Harvey County communities have come together with the goal of using technology to better their streets. Halstead and Sedgwick have applied for the KDOT Innovative Street mapping grants with the idea of hoping to hear…
Johnson County Government launches online swag shop
Want to show your Johnson County pride? Johnson County Government has launched a new online swag shop featuring a variety of county-themed apparel and other items. On the swag shop, you can choose products such as t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags,…
Assistant County Manager Joe Connor to retire after nearly 40 years of public service
Joseph M. Connor, assistant county manager for Johnson County Government, will retire after nearly 40 years of public service to the Kansas City region. His last day will be Dec. 20, 2024. Connor began serving as assistant county manager on…
Overland Park wants to make city facilities greener with new building codes
Overland Park has adopted a new green code designed to increase the sustainability of new and renovated city facilities. On Monday, the Overland Park City Council unanimously approved green building objectives requiring a LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green…
Johnson County plans to break ground early next year on new $113M health building in Olathe
Johnson County is expanding its health services with a new building on the Sunset campus in Olathe. The Olathe Planning Commission last Monday unanimously approved the preliminary site development plan and final plat for Johnson County’s new health services building…
Gardner absorbs land once eyed for Olathe industrial park
The Gardner City Council on Monday approved a resolution to annex four parcels totaling 186 acres along Interstate 35 at the northeast corner of 175th Street and Clare Road. Johnson County property records show the land's owner is CF Gardner…
Wichita City Council approves expanded enforcement on homeless encampments
The Wichita City Council voted Tuesday evening for stronger enforcement of an ordinance against illegal camping. The move, which supporters argued would simplify the ordinance, came after two hours of public comment. Of the 24 people who spoke, 21 opposed…
City leaders take action to trash pile up in Topeka
Topeka city leaders are taking action against the trash pile ups around apartment complexes in the capital city. Initially, last week, the city became aware of about 10 properties that had extreme trash pileups. Once the city became aware, the…
Emporia City Manager asking workers to make moving last decision as they ponder the future following Tyson and Holiday Resort closure announcements
With several difficult decisions ahead for workers of both Tyson and Holiday Resort, Emporia City Manager Trey Cocking noted on the most recent Q&A With Trey Monday morning it is his hope their first choice will not be to leave…
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