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Bus driver shortage affecting Harvey County
As school approaches, there is still a need floating around for area districts. There is a shortage of bus drivers across the state, and Harvey County is no stranger to these effects. Currently, Halstead is in the most dire straits, as USD-440 is short three…
Olathe’s $320M accessible entertainment district is taking shape
The first piece of Olathe’s $320 million Halo Ridge development is on track to open in less than six months, while the larger, “ultra-accessible” entertainment district could welcome visitors as early as spring of 2028. Developers are targeting a Jan. 1, 2027, opening for the…
Chanute, Kansas: A City Built on Innovation and Heritage
More than 150 years after its founding, Chanute remains a testament to the vision of one man and the resilience of a community committed to preserving its legacy. The city was established in 1873 when railroad engineer Octave Chanute arrived and negotiated a compromise between…
It’s official: Wichita leaders sign agreement with new sister city
The paperwork was signed on Wednesday to make Chihuahua, Mexico, Wichita’s newest sister city. Leaders from Wichita and Sedgwick County came together at the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom to make the five-year agreement official. Read more: KSN-TV
Kansas town celebrates 50 years of Liberty Bell made out of wheat
The wheat Liberty Bell is a fond memory for those who were involved with its creation. They also hope it’s a point of pride for the community for years to come. Half a century ago, Goessel had the chance to celebrate America’s 200th birthday in…
Emporia petition against data centers is certified; one on energy storage awaits approval
The city said that it has received two petitions: One proposes an ordinance to prohibit data centers, and the other proposes an ordinance to ban battery energy storage systems. Read more: KSN-TV
What is the rental housing inspection database under consideration in Topeka?
City leaders discussed a rental registry and inspection program during the Topeka City Council meeting Tuesday. Property Maintenance Director for the City of Topeka John Schardine presented the topic to the council, calling it the Rental Registry Pilot Program. Schardine emphasized supporting responsible landlords and…
South Hutchinson pauses data center projects to gather input
South Hutchinson has enacted a one-year moratorium on data centers and battery energy storage systems. City officials will research zoning regulations and best practices from other municipalities during the moratorium. Read more: Hutch News
‘I Never Want It to End’: The Surprise Economic Boost for World Cup Host Cities
Soccer fans boosted spending in U.S. World Cup host cities, with Philadelphia and Kansas City among the beneficiaries. The Scots drank every drop of beer in Boston. The Dutch filled Kansas City’s hotels. The French chowed down on Philly cheesesteaks. Read more: Wall Street Journal
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