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<div style="color: #333;">End date set for Riley County’s data center moratorium</div>
Riley County’s six-month moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage centers has a scheduled end date. The Riley County Commission agreed last month to adopt a moratorium, but the implementation process didn’t start until commissioners signed a resolution Monday.…
<div style="color: #333;">City could add radar controls to another intersection</div>
Arkansas City commissioners will consider a resolution tonight authorizing the purchase of radar-controlled traffic lights. If approved, the Radar Vision system will be installed by Gades Sales Co. Inc. to serve the intersection of US 77 and Summit Street, the…
<div style="color: #333;">Dangerous fire conditions push Kansas crews to their limits</div>
Firefighters across southwest Kansas are preparing for another dangerous day as massive wildfires continue burning. After four straight days of fast‑moving fires across Kansas and Oklahoma, some departments are now dealing with injuries within their own crews while still trying…
<div style="color: #333;">County discusses streamlining parking rules</div>
The Reno County Planning Commission reviewed possible changes to parking and off-street loading requirements in county zoning rules during its Thursday, May 14, meeting. County Planner Mark Vonachen said the proposal was spurred by how often the planning commission waives…
<div style="color: #333;">Maize ranks in top 50 fastest-growing U.S. cities through housing, population growth</div>
Maize's population is expected to reach 10,000 by 2030 as the city pursues commercial development to match its residential boom. Read more: Wichita Business Journal
<div style="color: #333;">SW Kansas wildfires prompt evacuations, school closure, road closures</div>
As efforts to gain the upper hand on fires in Clark and Meade counties continue Friday morning, there’s a piece of good news as the evacuation order for the city of Meade has been lifted. Read more: KWCH
<div style="color: #333;">‘We need lifeguards’</div>
The city of Wichita is making preparations for opening weekend, but a lifeguard shortage could change operations at city pools this summer. The staffing issue is not limited to Kansas. Read more: KWCH
<div style="color: #333;">Park City approves extended alcohol sales for FIFA World Cup</div>
Park City City Council voted on Tuesday to allow certain businesses to sell alcohol nearly around the clock during the FIFA World Cup. The temporary expansion of alcohol sales during the tournament runs from June 11 through July 19. KSN’s…
<div style="color: #333;">Ellis & Victoria build for the future</div>
Both Ellis and Victoria are making strides in residential housing and infrastructure development. According to the Grow Hays Annual Report 2025, five new homes are now under construction in Ellis, and four more are planned for 2026. In Victoria, marking…
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