Museum to open Harvey County service station exhibit

23 Thursday, March 23

Museum to open Harvey County service station exhibit

info2023-03-23T08:00:51-05:00March 23rd, 2023|

The Harvey County Historical Museum and Archives is bringing back memories of service stations in the area—of a time when people pulled up to get gas and heard the familiar “ding, ding” noise alerting the attendant who would rush right out, fill up the tank, and check the oil and tire pressures. They’d even wash a window or two. The museum’s upcoming exhibit, “Fill’er Up: Service Stations in Harvey County,” officially will open on May 7. That’s the day Richard Hege will give a program at 2 p.m. at the museum on Newton service stations. The program is free for members [...]

23 Thursday, March 23

Sheriff’s Association provides bullet proof vests to county

info2023-03-23T01:08:33-05:00March 23rd, 2023|

Recently, the Brown County Sheriff's Office received bullet proof vests, which were donated by the United States Deputy Sheriff's Association (USDSA.) Sheriff John Merchant said throughout the years, the USDSA has provided many dollars in equipment and training not only to the Brown County Sheriff's Office, but many other law enforcement agencies throughout the United States. "USDSA has also provided many training opportunities such as active shooter and self-defense techniques to name a few," he said. "USDSA also provides monetary donations to the beneficiary of any law enforcement officer in the US who gives their life in the line of duty. [...]

23 Thursday, March 23

Jackson County to seek remedy for lost tax revenue

info2023-03-23T08:04:07-05:00March 23rd, 2023|

The Jackson County Commissioners have signed a one-year contract with Hartwell Capital Consulting LLC of Lake Ridge, Va. to help the county recoup funds from the federal government when property in the county is successfully reclaimed by the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, put into USA trust and taken off county property tax rolls. The one-year contract is for $5,000 a month, or $60,000 annually, and will be paid using American Rescue Plan Act funds received by the county, it was reported. The consulting firm will lobby the federal government on the county’s behalf in an attempt to compensate the county for [...]

23 Thursday, March 23

State offers help, including $2M, to tackle JoCo homelessness

info2023-03-23T00:58:41-05:00March 23rd, 2023|

The state of Kansas says it is willing to offer support, including potentially upwards of $2 million in funding, to help Johnson County tackle issues of homelessness, affordable housing and mental health. The Good Faith Network, a local interfaith group of 27 religious congregations, helped secure that commitment from the Kansas Department of Aging and Disability Services and also facilitated a recent meeting between the state aging department commissioner and Johnson County Chair Mike Kelly. Source: Prairie Village Post

22 Wednesday, March 22

Pott County Appraiser notes soaring property values in monthly report

info2023-03-22T09:50:23-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

Pottawatomie County Appraiser Robin Knoblauch provided an update to county officials Monday, regarding the office’s work with taxpayers questioning or wanting to appeal their 2023 value notices. As of Monday, her office had 46 scheduled appeals. She says the major class of increase was residential, which according to the county wide index average was up 14.6%. Most small towns in Pottawatomie County also showed an index value much higher, by up to 6% or more. Source: 1350 KMANEdit Live

22 Wednesday, March 22

Fort Scott Receives Waste Tire Product Grant from KDHE

info2023-03-22T09:48:35-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has announced the recipients of waste tire product grants. “These grants will help handle the costs of proper disposal of many materials scrap tires and assist many important local efforts to promote litter and waste reduction. KDHE applauds the creativity and innovation that our communities have in reusing materials that help support the mission of protecting the health and environment of all Kansans” said Janet Stanek, Secretary, Kansas Department of Health and Environment. The grants are funded by revenue collected through the tire excise tax, a $0.25/vehicle tire fee. Source: Fort Scott Biz

22 Wednesday, March 22

Volunteers ensure Topeka-area hikers, bikers and walkers have miles of adventure

info2023-03-22T09:42:31-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

The weather this time of the year is, well, predictably unpredictable for Kansas. One day, you’re outside enjoying a warm and sunny afternoon, and the next it’s snowing. For the miles of natural trails around Shawnee County, this change of weather can quickly become a problem. Just as potholes are created each year from vehicles traveling on asphalt during the winter’s freeze-thaw cycle, the same is true for the unpaved trails when wet used by walkers, runners and riders. "It's going to take a lot of work," Rick Bean, president of Top City Trails Alliance (TCTA), told The Topeka Capital-Journal last [...]

22 Wednesday, March 22

After three decades of service to Salina, Deputy Police Chief Morton ready to retire

info2023-03-22T09:41:40-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

After 31 years and moving up the ranks of the Salina Police Department, Deputy Chief Sean Morton is ready to hang up his police belt. Morton, whose final day on the job is Friday, has spent the past few weeks not only cleaning out his office, but also continuing to help lead the department, and assist new Police Chief C.J. Wise's transition into the department. The deputy chief, who grew up in Marysville, said his reasons for first getting into law enforcement may sound a bit cliché. "I was so interested in getting into this profession," Morton said. "It was serious [...]

22 Wednesday, March 22

Derby data security incident could impact some residents

info2023-03-22T09:33:09-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

Following a full investigation of a computer network disruption that impacted the city of Derby starting Jan. 14, the city recently confirmed that a limited amount of information may have been accessed in connection with the incident. In response to the incident, the city has implemented additional security measures within its network and facilities. Following the Jan. 14 incident, the city immediately took action and worked around the clock to secure its network environment. The city also engaged a third-party forensic firm to assist with the investigation. Source: Derby Informer | News

22 Wednesday, March 22

Firefighter, business owner made his mark on Derby

info2023-03-22T09:32:42-05:00March 22nd, 2023|

Dedicated. Friendly. Helpful. Committed. A loyal friend and passionate professional. Those are just some of the many words and thoughts that came to mind as the community remembers longtime Derby firefighter and EMT instructor Charles W. Little, who passed away March 7. "I never ever had a problem with him the whole time I knew him," said former Fire Chief Pat Swaney. "I doubt that anyone else had a problem, either." Little's enthusiasm for his work and the city was unquestionable, Swaney said. Source: Derby Informer | News