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Commissioners hear options amid national penny shortage
A national penny shortage has forced Barton County officials to examine how they will handle cash transactions, with County Treasurer Jim Jordan outlining two potential rounding methods during a County Commission study session Tuesday afternoon. “This isn’t a really big deal, but you will get…
County commissioners voice their support for nuclear energy facility
The Jackson County Commissioners want to let TerraPower, LLC and Evergy leaders know that, as they seek a location for a new nuclear power plant in the state, Jackson County is open for business. At Monday’s Jackson County Commission meeting, the commissioners signed a resolution…
Housing shortages persist across Johnson County. Here’s what some cities and groups are doing about it.
It was ripping hot out, and there wasn’t much shade offering respite from the sun that was blazing down. But still, volunteers were out braving the summery conditions, tools in hand, helping to build one of the 14 single-family homes Habitat for Humanity of Kansas…
Commissioners discuss barriers to public service in pay discussion
Reno County Commissioners tabled discussion of increasing commissioner pay for a month Wednesday to gather more information and constituent input. Among Kansas counties with county administrators or managers, Reno County has the lowest commissioner pay at $11,340 per year, Human Resources Director Helen Foster said.…
Filling county housing shortage a ‘monstrous’ task
Over the past 15 years, the City of Hutchinson issued only about a dozen building permits per year for new single-family homes—and twice as many demolition permits. To meet current housing demand, however, and spur new economic and population growth, there needs to be 10…
Iola High School launches fishing team
Iola’s newest sports program is already getting attention from dozens of students, who may soon begin practicing to become the first members of the Iola High School fishing team. With at least 15 students expressing interest in the sport, Iola High School is starting up…
Topeka City Council hears opinions on whether to implement a rental registry
Proponents argue a registry is needed to hold landlords accountable for unsafe living conditions, citing issues like infestations and mold. Opponents, primarily landlords, feel the measure unfairly punishes good property owners for the actions of a few. Read more: CJonline
Salina Voters to Decide Fate of 20-Year Pit Bull Ban in Upcoming Special Election
The decision came after a petition ordinance to overturn the current ban of pit bull breeds in the city was certified by Saline County as having received enough signatures to move forward. Read more: Salina Journal
City of Coffeyville Launches Downtown Utility Box Art Refresh Project
The City of Coffeyville’s Community Development Department is inviting local artists, students, and residents to help bring new life to the downtown district through the Downtown Utility Box Repaint Project — a creative initiative to refresh the painted utility boxes that add color and character…
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