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Johnson County’s homeless shelter plan is officially dead
It’s back to the drawing board for Johnson County and its plans to build a shelter in Lenexa for the county’s growing homeless population. How did the project — a major priority of Johnson County Commission Chair Mike Kelly, and…
Soybean processing plant brings more jobs to Cherryvale area
A new industry is coming to Cherryvale, Kansas as a grand opening takes place for the Bartlett Soybean Processing Plant. Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly is just one state official to attend the opening of the facility. She was joined by…
Fort Scott approves demolition of rundown homes for community beautification
The Fort Scott City Commission has approved the demolition of several rundown homes that have been a concern for the community. Earlier this month, they reviewed six homes that are either abandoned or need many repairs. “Honestly, some of these…
New City Administrator appointed in Fredonia, Kansas
The city of Fredonia, Kansas announces a new City Administrator during its commission meeting. According to the city's Facebook page, the new City Administrator is Evan Bolt. “Evan meets all of our preferred qualifications. He will arrive with a successful…
Wichita Public Library now offering birdwatching kits
The Wichita Public Library continues to expand its unique offerings that can be checked out for free with a membership card. The latest is perfect for anyone interested in birds. The library has announced a new partnership with the Audubon…
Paxico’s 20th annual blues festival draws in their largest crowd
Main street in Paxico was filled with people from all over for the 20th annual Paxico Blues Festival. Festivals have always been a big part of what Paxico does and a music festival was on that list. So, when one…
$100,000 in grants will revitalize barns for Kansas agritourism
Kansas Tourism has announced that $100,000 in grants will be distributed to businesses across the state to promote agritourism. The businesses are the first recipients of the new Barn Adaptation and Restoration Needs (BARN) grant program. The program was created…
Forums for Sedgwick County Commission candidates will focus on affordable housing
The Wichita Journalism Collaborative is organizing candidate forums for the Sedgwick County Commission races in Districts 2 and 3. The forums, which will be in the Alumni Auditorium at Friends University, will focus on housing issues within the commission’s purview.…
An update from the Nemaha County Administrator, Part 1
To everybody who calls Nemaha County home, as I come to the close of my first year in my role, I appreciate your patience as I build relationships and gather the necessary information to execute the role of County Administrator.…
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