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Ellis County approves permit for 1,200-acre solar farm
The farm would generate enough energy to power more than 30,000 homes, according to the developer. Read more: KSN-TV
Pott Co data center developer says facility would not use local aquifers
Beltline Energy representative Ryan Sanders told the crowd that because of regulations the company would not use local aquifers for their main source of water. Beltline is trying to secure land and gain local government approval in Pottawatomie County for a large-scale data center that…
Valley Center poised to allow modular homes
The new city rules, if approved, include a long list of requirements for the residential-design modular homes, making them comply with similar rules for homes built on-site. They would be required to have exterior finishes similar to site-built homes and they would be subject to…
Is it time to start directly electing Lawrence’s mayor?
For decades, Lawrence’s mayor has been elected by the five members of the Lawrence City Commission. Some community leaders are questioning whether simply allowing Lawrence residents to vote for a mayor – perhaps once every four years – might be a better way. Read more…
Derby has concerns about speed of new playground slide
The city of Derby says it is aware of some of the social media posts about people going down really fast. They are looking at what they can do, but there’s one thing they can’t control. Read more: KWCH
Manhattan may oppose Green Valley incorporation
City commissioners will consider opposing a petition for incorporating the city of Green Valley in Pottawatomie County. On March 26, the Pott County clerk received a petition to incorporate Green Valley. On June 11, the Pottawatomie Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing…
Residents pack City Commission meeting to oppose proposed digital campus
Concerns about the proposed Flint Hills Digital Campus dominated Wednesday’s Emporia City Commission meeting as a large crowd of residents voiced opposition to the project and the annexation of land associated with the proposed development. Read more: www.emporiagazette.com
Emporia ranked most walkable city in Kansas
Emporia is a city known for several different things: gravel cycling, drinking water, and now walkability. In a list published by the website walkscore.com, Emporia was named the most walkable city in Kansas with a walk score of 45 out of 100. That score places…
Year two of the Hesston Farmer’s Market underway
Heading into its second year, the Hesston Farmer’s Market looks to expand on the overwhelming success of the first year. With the first installment happening on June 3, the endeavor helps fill a hole left by the lack of a grocery store in Hesston, and…
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