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Anderson County Treasurer’s Office Hiring Full Time Clerk

Wednesday, August 19

The Anderson County Treasurer’s Office is accepting applications for a Clerk I position. The full-time position will perform clerical and accounting duties involving real estate, personal property, motor vehicle taxes and general office finances, along with billing, receiving payments, answering phones and providing customer service. Applicants... Read More.

Allen County Approves Contract for EMS Sales Tax Public Information Campaign

Wednesday, August 19

Allen County commissioners have approved a $5,000 contract with Kansas City-based Strategy Consultants to develop a public information campaign about a possible half-cent sales tax for countywide EMS services. Commissioners have not yet decided whether to place the measure on the Nov. 3 ballot, but... Read More.

Parsons Police Legacy Fund Invests Another $5,000 in the Legacy in Leadership Scholarship

Wednesday, August 19

The Parsons Police Legacy Fund is proud to announce an additional $5,000 donation to the Labette Community College Foundation in support of the Parsons Police Legacy in Leadership Endowed Scholarship, continuing the fund's commitment to investing in local students and the future leaders of... Read More.

Boys State of Kansas Announces Awards, Highlights From 2026 Session

Wednesday, August 19

August 19, 2026 — High school students from across the State of Kansas participated in the 2026 session of the American Legion Boys State of Kansas, held May 31 through June 6 at Kansas State University in Manhattan. This was the program’s 34th consecutive... Read More.

Two Burlington Residents Injured in Multi Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35

Tuesday, August 18

Two Burlington residents were injured Monday morning in a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 near Shawnee Mission Parkway in the Kansas City area. The crash happened shortly before 11 a.m. when a northbound car driven by 26-year-old Arnold Lancaster of Olathe left the highway, struck... Read More.

Submerged Vehicle Recovered from Montgomery County State Lake

Tuesday, August 18

A silver 2004 Dodge Dakota pickup truck was recovered from Montgomery County State Lake near Independence after a fisherman discovered what appeared to be a submerged vehicle using a fish finder. Montgomery County sheriff’s deputies were called to the lake the evening of Aug. 14,... Read More.

Neosho Memorial Earns Five Star Patient Satisfaction Rating from CMS

Tuesday, August 18

Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center and Clinics has been recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as one of 250 hospitals nationwide to receive a five-star patient satisfaction rating. The recognition is based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems... Read More.

Governor Kelly and KDOT Announce Over $37M for 33 Transportation Alternatives Projects

Monday, August 17

TOPEKA, Kan. – Governor Laura Kelly and The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) today announced that $37.2 million in federal funds has been awarded to 33 projects selected for inclusion in KDOT’s Transportation Alternatives (TA) program. The TA Program provides federal funding to promote and... Read More.

Cyclospora Cases Surge in Missouri and Kansas as School Year Begins

Monday, August 17

Health officials are urging families to take extra precautions with fresh produce as the new school year begins following a sharp increase in reported cyclospora cases in Missouri and Kansas. Missouri health data released August 16 show nearly 2,000 cases of the foodborne parasite, up... Read More.

Emily Raff to Open Bowlus 2026-27 Season

Monday, August 17

The Bowlus Fine Arts Center will open its 2026-27 season with a performance by singer-songwriter Emily Raff on Saturday, August 29, in Iola. Raff, known as the “Rock & Roll Cowgirl,” brings a blend of country, rock and Americana to the Bowlus stage, along with... Read More.

Middle of Everywhere Music Festival to Bring Three Days of Music and Events to Humboldt

Saturday, August 15

HUMBOLDT, Kan. — The Middle of Everywhere Music Festival will return to Humboldt over Labor Day weekend, Sept. 4-6, featuring three days of blues, roots and electrified grooves along with a car show, cruise-in, cornhole, crafts and other activities. Friday’s events will take place throughout... Read More.

New Lead Education Partnership Aims to Help Iola Families Protect Against Lead Exposure

Saturday, August 15

IOLA, Kan. — The SEK Multi-County Health Department is partnering with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on a new initiative designed to help Iola families better understand lead exposure and take steps to protect their health. Through the partnership, health department staff will provide... Read More.