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Little Canville Creek Bridge Will be Replaced Starting Aug. 3

Friday, July 31

A project to replace the Little Canville Creek bridge northwest of Stark on U.S. 59 will start the week of Aug. 3, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. The contractor will first build a temporary road, including placing a temporary bridge, on the east... Read More.

Guardrail, Culvert Work to Begin Aug. 5 in Mound City

Friday, July 31

A project to improve the guardrail and a culvert on K-52 in Mound City will begin Wednesday, Aug. 5, according to the Kansas Department of Transportation. The project will upgrade the guardrail at the site and improve and extend the box culvert, which was installed... Read More.

Thrive Allen County Seeks Community Members to Conduct Windshield Surveys in Allen County

Friday, July 31

Help shape the future of housing in Allen County while earning $100 per day! Thrive Allen County is seeking community members to conduct windshield surveys in Allen County. Surveyors will collect basic housing information from inside their vehicles, with no door knocking or in-home visits... Read More.

Garnett Proposes Property Tax Rate Above Revenue Neutral Rate

Friday, July 31

As part of the City's annual budget process, the City of Garnett is proposing a property tax levy that exceeds the Revenue Neutral Rate (RNR) established by the State of Kansas. The Revenue Neutral Rate is the property tax rate that would generate approximately the... Read More.

Over 460 Confirmed Cases of Cyclospora

Thursday, July 30

Cases of the intestinal disease Cyclospora is trending up across the Sunflower State The Kansas Department of Health and Environment announced this week that the number of confirmed cases has risen to 461. Symptoms of the virus include diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue. KDHE says the number... Read More.

Willy Wonka Musical Brings Local Talent to Fort Scott Stage Next Week

Thursday, July 30

The Bourbon County Community Theatre presents “Willy Wonka” at the Fort Scott High School Auditorium next week. Shows are at 7 p.m. Friday, August 7, and 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, August 8. Over twenty locals are in the cast, directed by Angie Bin,... Read More.

Burlington Firefighters Host Pancake Breakfast to Support Scholarship Fund

Thursday, July 30

Support those who serve. Burlington firefighters will be flipping pancakes this Saturday at the Burlington Firefighter’s benefit breakfast. Stop by the Burlington Fire Station between 7 and 11 a.m. Free will donations will benefit the Burlington Firefighters scholarship fund.

Two Killed in Crash on US Highway 59 Near Altamont

Thursday, July 30

The Kansas Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on U.S. Highway 59 south of Altamont. Troopers say a motorcycle and another vehicle collided Wednesday, killing two people. More details are expected in an upcoming crash report.

Allen County Debates Funding for Bowlus Fine Arts Center

Thursday, July 30

The Allen County Commission spent Tuesday’s meeting debating funding for the Bowlus Fine Arts Center in Iola. Bowlus Director Mandy Moyer pushed back after commissioners discussed possible funding cuts. Moyer said the Bowlus hosted 40 performances last year and drew more than 10,000 patrons,... Read More.

Allen County Property Values Show Signs of Stabilizing After Years of Increases

Thursday, July 30

Property values in Allen County may finally be leveling off after several years of sharp increases. Allen County Appraiser Danielle Louk told the Iola City Council she expects property values to stabilize after three straight years of significant growth. Louk says the county has... Read More.

Sunflower Summer Extended

Wednesday, July 29

Kansas Tourism is excited to announce the extension of the 2026 Sunflower Summer program and is inviting Kansas families to enjoy another week packed with unforgettable adventures. Created for Kansas students and their families, the Sunflower Summer program offers complimentary admission to more than 230... Read More.

Concrete Repairs on US 169 in Allen County Continue Through September

Wednesday, July 29

Concrete patching is underway on U.S. 169 in Allen County. The Kansas Department of Transportation says crews are working on a half-mile stretch north of the Neosho County line south of Humboldt, aiming to finish by August 6 if weather allows. More patching is... Read More.