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KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

Friday, July 11

Two area projects are among those awarded from the Kansas Department of Transportation's June bid letting. One project involves a $4.2 million bridge replacement on K-3 over the Little Osage River about two miles south of the Bourbon/Linn county line north of Bronson, awarded... Read More.

KDOR Seizes Assets in Execution of Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee Tax Warrants

Friday, July 11

Agents from the Kansas Department of Revenue (KDOR) accompanied by the Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee County Sheriff departments on the 8th day, of July 2025 executed tax warrants and seized the assets of San Juan Mexican Restaurant Inc, Bernabe A Lopez, Magarita... Read More.

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — The State of Kansas ends June 2025 with total tax collections at $1.06 billion. That is $72.6 million, or 7.4%, above the estimate. Total tax collections were up 3.2% from June 2024. “While this month’s stronger-than-expected revenues are a welcome sign, it... Read More.

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Wednesday, July 9

TOPEKA, Kan. — Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced the Department of Commerce has awarded $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts for 30 non-profit organizations across the state. “Strong, vibrant communities are... Read More.

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Wednesday, July 9

WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) today announced he has cosponsored the Credit for Caring Act. The legislation would ensure family caregivers can financially continue to provide care services for their loved ones by establishing an annual tax credit of up to $5,000. Nearly... Read More.

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Tuesday, July 8

IOLA, Kan. — Nicole Haney, a Dispatcher with the Allen County Communications, was recently awarded a scholarship for advanced training and education in recognition of their outstanding professional potential. NENA: The 9-1-1 Association awarded 43 Gold Line Scholarships to 9-1-1 professionals across the nation who... Read More.

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

Tuesday, July 8

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — A resurfacing project on 1400 Road north of Iola could begin sooner than expected. Allen County Commissioners were informed Tuesday Bettis Construction can start this project Wednesday, as they had an opening on their schedule. It's expected this work will... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

Tuesday, July 8

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Monday thirteen appointments to the following state boards, task force, and council. State Board of Technical Professions Purpose: To provide maximum protection of the health, safety, and welfare of the people of Kansas by assuring that the practice of... Read More.

KCC Approves Settlement Agreements Allowing Evergy to Recover Costs to Build Two Gas Plants and a Solar Facility

Tuesday, July 8

TOPEKA, Kan. — This afternoon, the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) approved two settlement agreements which allow Evergy Kansas Central (EKC) to recover the cost of three new generation facilities intended to meet increasing electric demand and improve reliability. Last fall, the utility announced plans... Read More.

Update: Two Bodies Recovered from Boating Incident at Kanopolis Lake

Friday, July 4

ELLSWORTH COUNTY, Kan. (July 7, 2025) — The bodies of two people who went missing on July 3 at Kanopolis Lake have been recovered. The Ellsworth County Sheriff's Office made an update on July 5 that the two missing from the boat accident at Kanopolis... Read More.

Four Injured in Crash Thursday Morning on US 75 South of Yates Center

Friday, July 4

YATES CENTER, Kan. — Four people were injured in a late Thursday morning crash on US 75 about five miles south of Yates Center. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a car driven by Deborah Brubaker of Dearing was northbound on US 75 just south... Read More.

Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center Presents 2026 Budget Request and Discusses Services with Allen County Commission Tuesday

Tuesday, July 1

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center representatives presented their 2026 budget request to Allen County Commissioners Tuesday. However, the discussion was not so much about their funding request as it was about services offered. Chief Executive Officer Nathan Fawson said this focuses... Read More.

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KDOT Announces Approved June Bids

KDOR Seizes Assets in Execution of Russell, Scott, Thomas, Phillips, Rooks, Pawnee Tax Warrants

State Total Tax Collections for the Month of June at $1.06 Billion; 7.4% Above Estimate

Commerce Awards $4.1 Million in Tax Credits to Spur Revitalization Efforts

Schmidt Supports Bipartisan Effort to Provide Financial Relief to Family Caregivers

Local 9-1-1 Dispatcher Earns National Award for Outstanding Professional Potential

Resurfacing Project on 1400 Road North of Iola to Begin Ahead of Schedule, Other Allen County Commission Meeting Highlights

Governor Kelly Announces Administration Appointments

KCC Approves Settlement Agreements Allowing Evergy to Recover Costs to Build Two Gas Plants and a Solar Facility

Update: Two Bodies Recovered from Boating Incident at Kanopolis Lake

Four Injured in Crash Thursday Morning on US 75 South of Yates Center

Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center Presents 2026 Budget Request and Discusses Services with Allen County Commission Tuesday

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