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Costco coming to Lawrence, plan under review
The city of Lawrence has confirmed that Costco is planning to open a new store in the area. “We can confirm a site plan has been submitted and is currently in review,” a spokesperson for the city told FOX4 Monday in an email. The company…
Quarter-century legacy marks Colwich cemetery
After more than 25 years as the head of the cemetery ministry at Colwich’s Sacred Heart Catholic Church, John Weber is stepping down, but not before leaving a couple of markers to assist people in the search for the final resting place of their loved…
City of Wichita wants to require hotel operators to get license
The city of Wichita is proposing a license for hotel operators to help regulate properties with health and safety complaints. The Wichita City Council will vote at its Thursday meeting whether to establish the license for lodging establishments that would cost a fee of $200…
Plans filed for Wichita’s long-awaited Cheesecake Factory
After years of wanting and asking, Wichita looks to be getting its long-awaited Cheesecake Factory. A building permit application was filed with the Metropolitan Area Building and Construction Department for a Cheesecake Factory restaurant at 2020 N. Rock Road at Bradley Fair. The address most…
Baxter Springs honors its roots as Kansas’ first cow town
Recently, the city put up the first of five billboards welcoming people to the first cow town in Kansas. The project was spearheaded by Mayor, Kelly Abbott and is meant to spur local tourism. “We’ve got a little logo saying and that’s, ‘all roads lead…
Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center Opens Its Doors in Hutchinson, Kansas
A new era of hospitality begins today in Hutchinson as the Hilton Garden Inn & Conference Center officially opens its doors, bringing elevated comfort, convenience, and community-focused amenities to the region. Located at 1715 N. Waldron Street, the newly constructed hotel is a beacon of…
McPherson County Adopts Moratorium on Nuclear Power Projects in Unincorporated Areas, Commissioners Approve Comprehensive Plan for the County
McPherson County Commissioners Monday adopted a moratorium on development of nuclear power projects in unincorporated areas of the county. Over the past couple of weeks there has been discussion about possible nuclear projects, one of which would be in Reno County where local officials are…
Park City casino plans opening
A new casino and entertainment venue will be opening soon in Park City. Gilley’s is scheduled to open December 15, 10 miles north of Wichita at 1500 E. 77th Street N., in Park City. Customers can experience a wide variety of entertainment including gaming, a…
Halstead faces a big decision about BESS
An issue that began in September 2023 and has been the most divisive in Halstead in recent years will be decided, at least in part, at the ballot box on Nov. 4. The City of Halstead entered a lease agreement with Concurrent out of Texas…
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