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What’s next for downtown Topeka? Here’s what developers say about buildings still vacant
Downtown Topeka has seen progress over the years, but there's still more room for growth. In the past five years, major projects include The Pennant opening in March 2018, The Cyrus Hotel opening in 2019, Evergy Plaza opening in March…
Lakin To Open a New Daycare
The city of Lakin is excited to announce their newest project - City Builders Daycare. … childcare is an issue here in our community and across the nation… The City Council voted to take a city owned building that is…
Lawrence to discuss enforcement, fines and cost of proposed ban on single-use plastic bags
After expressing support earlier this year for moving forward with a ban on single-use plastic bags, city leaders will soon review particulars of a draft ordinance, including the process, fines and costs associated with enforcing the ban. As part of…
South Hutchinson selects Jeff Schenk to be city administrator
The South Hutchinson City Council voted unanimously to hire Jeff Schenk to be the next city administrator at Friday night’s special meeting. Schenk brings more than 15 years of public sector service to the role, having most recently served as…
City of Topeka considers providing some residents property tax relief
Topeka's mayor and city council next month will consider providing property tax relief to property owners who meet guidelines that include having a total household income of $37,750 or less. Council policy and finance committee members Spencer Duncan and Hannah…
Ten small towns in Kansas to include on your summer road trip in the Sunflower State
With the warmer months of the year approaching, and summer vacation plans afoot, it can be hard to narrow down the best way to spend time with friends and loved ones. One way to celebrate a much-needed time out of…
Great Bend addresses filling vacancies
What can the Great Bend City Council and mayor do if a member of the governing body fails to attend meetings? As of now, very little, but the council Monday night will consider an ordinance to remedy this. “We’re just…
From Murals to Housing Incentives: The Impact of the Rural Champion Project in Wallace County
In October, Lissa Sexson was hired by the County of Wallace to serve as the Rural Champion, or point-person, to move forward efforts of Community Development within the county. Prior to being awarded the Rural Champion grant, Wallace County had…
Saline County begins deep dive into budget, with a focus on trimming expenses
Saline County's Board of Commissioners began to look at a preliminary budget for the upcoming fiscal year, with a focus on trimming down expenses and limiting potential tax increases. Department heads and other county staff presented their requested portions of…
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