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LaHarpe talks good news, hopes for improvement
Heinrich was one of about 30 who attended Tuesday’s community conversation hosted by Thrive Allen County, where participants had plenty of thoughts about what they appreciated and liked about LaHarpe, followed by an even lengthier discussion about wants and needs.…
Over $8.77 million for rural road safety improvements
Governor Laura Kelly today announced over $8.77 million in federal funds will go toward 13 projects to enhance safety on rural roadways in Kansas. The effort is part of the Kansas Department of Transportation’s High Risk Rural Roads (HRRR) Program.…
44 Kansas water projects share in $19 million in state grants
The Kansas Water Office today announced more than $19 million will be awarded to 44 water-related communities and special districts across Kansas as part of the third round of grant funding created by the Senate Substitute for House Bill 2302…
Grants for Kansas Safe Routes to School program now available
The grants help communities across Kansas create a Safe Route to School (SRTS) plan and begin programs that help support kids walking to and from school. Applications for the grants, which are administered by the Kansas Department of Transportation, are…
Commerce Celebrates Community Development Block Grant Awards Across State
The Kansas Department of Commerce celebrated the success of the 2025 Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) this week by bringing together representatives from 50 Kansas communities, statewide grant administrators, legislators and members of the Kansas congressional delegation. The event…
Nex-Tech loans $75K to launch Russell co-working hub
Nex-Tech has made a $75,000 loan to support Bricks Co-Working Hub, a new business and community space in Russell. Bricks will operate open workspaces, office rental, conference room rental, virtual office services, and provide a space for collaboration and creativity…
Used tire grants awarded to over 30 Kansas communities
A state program that funds projects that use waste tire products has announced nearly half a million dollars in grants to Kansas schools and communities. On Monday, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced that $493,709.55 was awarded to…
Commerce Celebrates Community Development Block Grant Awards Across State
The Kansas Department of Commerce celebrated the success of the 2025 Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) last week by bringing together representatives from 50 Kansas communities, statewide grant administrators, legislators and members of the Kansas congressional delegation. The event…
How Kansas grants will boost quality of life in Topeka-area towns
The Community Development Block Grant program provides funding for projects in rural, lower-income areas. Projects include infrastructure improvements, park renovations, and commercial building rehabilitation. In 2025, the state awarded $22 million to 50 communities, combined with $29 million in local…
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