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Mulvane looks to expand tourism appeal
Mulvane is filled with unique spots that draw both locals and out-of-town visitors. From the highway, passersby might notice the bright lights of the Kansas Star Casino, but that is not where the road ends. Mulvane Chamber of Commerce Director…
Golf carts will be allowed on some city streets
An ordinance allowing licensed drivers over 18 years old to operate golf carts on some city streets during daylight hours was approved Monday by the Great Bend City Council. The ordinance was approved with seven councilmembers voting in favor and…
In JoCo, a $400,000 home is now ‘affordable.’ Rep. Davids touts Habitat housing projects as part of solution
A cul-de-sac of modestly priced homes in Olathe was the backdrop recently for a visit by U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids, who spoke with local experts about how to get more affordably priced homes built. Davids, a Johnson County Democrat, met…
‘Good Morning America’ to visit Kansas Speedway to celebrate USA’s 250th birthday
“Good Morning America” will be at the Kansas Speedway in KCK on its Thursday broadcast as part of a yearlong series celebrating the 250th birthday of the United States. Filming is closed to the public, but viewers in Kansas City…
‘We have to be realistic’: Kansas housing policies under examination in the statehouse
At least six bills addressing challenges with housing stability and supply have been introduced to the Kansas Legislature this year, signaling a concerted effort to untangle knots in tenant protections and housing infrastructure. The challenges within the state include an…
Kansas town plans citywide power outage for critical grid repairs
The City of Augusta says the local power grid needs critical repairs. The repairs will require a two-hour power blackout. The city had originally planned for the repairs to take place overnight from March 18 to 19. The city has…
City of Wichita launches Lawn Care Rebate Program
Ozone season begins Sunday through Oct. 31. Wichita officials say that while they track air quality year-round, they’ll be on heightened alert during this time. Ground-level ozone is an invisible pollutant that can negatively impact public health, the environment and local…
Spring Hill residents raise concerns over rezoning plan for data center
People who live in Spring Hill are pushing back against a rezoning plan that they say opens the door to a possible data center and to a change in their way of life. Neighbors are concerned about noise pollution, traffic,…
Ellis County FD first volunteer fire dept in KS to achieve “Golden Helmet”
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has recognized the Ellis County Fire Department (ECFD) with its Golden Helmet distinction. The ECFD was the first volunteer fire department in the state to achieve the NIOSH designation for participation…
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