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With limited housing options, city-owned houses draw interest in Wichita
At a time when affordable housing is scarce, the city of Wichita hopes that the sale of homes once used for public housing will provide more options for prospective homeowners. Over the past week, the city offered open houses for…
Prairie Village’s housing recommendations have split the city
When it comes to housing in Johnson County, all eyes are currently on Prairie Village. The Kansas City suburb — one of the most affluent in the county — is at a crossroads about what role city government should play…
Overland Park sets $15 minimum wage for city workers. How does it compare in the metro?
Last week, Overland Park raised its minimum wage for city employees to $15 per hour — a move that city officials touted as a way to remain competitive and retain city workers. The city government is currently hiring for 71…
Cato Days; a fall tradition
The hint of fall in the air and clear, blue October skies are a reminder that it’s almost time for an area historical event that has become an annual autumn tradition in the area. The 2023 edition of Cato Days…
Overland Park looks to change fair housing rules — What does that mean?
Overland Park will repeal its current fair housing codes and take steps to reaffirm its ongoing commitment to supporting fair housing. On Wednesday, the Overland Park City Council Community Development Committee voted 5-0 to recommend approval of three measures attached…
‘Gravel Kansas’ cycling group puts Marshall County on map
Marshall County is now on the map of Gravel Kansas, a new cycling initiative dedicated to crafting unforgettable gravel cycling routes across picturesque Kansas landscapes. The map was the brainchild of LeLan Dains, Emporia tourism director, cycling enthusiast and founding…
Riley County jail overpopulation leads to nursing needs
The county clerk said Thursday Riley County Corrections needs another nurse because of overpopulation. During the Riley County Commission meeting, county clerk Rich Vargo said a corrections officer will soon come in to request money for a second nurse. As…
Mulvane pledges support for DPD gun range
The cities of Mulvane and Haysville recently agreed to contribute $15,000 each toward a concrete project to help improve the Derby Police Department gun range operated jointly (since 2012) by all three municipalities. Over the past year, there have been…
Led by a cool-down in online shopping, Lawrence sales tax collections on pace to be about $3M below budget
The latest sales tax numbers show the city of Lawrence is on pace to have a more than $3 million budget shortfall in sales tax collections this year, in part due to local online shoppers becoming less spend-happy. ... During…
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