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Erie Man Arrested for Child Sex Crimes

Wednesday, July 30

ERIE, Kan. — A rural Erie man who is a registered sex offender has been arrested for child sex crimes. Kansas Bureau of Investigation agents and Neosho County Sheriff's Deputies arrested 42-year-old Peter Hawkinson Wednesday morning after a search warrant was executed at a location... Read More.

Your Town, Your Treasure: A Local Summer Adventure

Tuesday, July 29

ERIE, Kan. (June 2025) — As the days grow longer and the sun warms our sidewalks, there’s a familiar buzz in the air: summer is here, and with it comes opportunity. It’s more than just a season—it’s a moment when our community shines its... Read More.

Governor Kelly Announces $25M for Road Improvement Projects Across Kansas

Tuesday, July 29

TOPEKA, Kan. — Governor Laura Kelly announced Tuesday $25 million for 30 projects to improve intersections and roads across the state. The projects were selected for funding through the Kansas Department of Transportation’s (KDOT) City Connecting Link Improvement Program (CCLIP). “Enhancing the safety and accessibility... Read More.

Chanute City Commissioners Revises Ballot Question on Imposing a Sales Tax for Economic Development Activity

Tuesday, July 29

CHANUTE, Kan. — The Chanute City Commission has approved a change in the original ballot question to impose a sales tax for economic development activity. When it was originally approved last month, the proposed sales tax rate was set at .125 percent, however state... Read More.

Allen County Commissioners Hear Report on Last Week’s Fire at the Landfill; 911 Director Recommends New Voice Recording System for Dispatch

Tuesday, July 29

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Public Works Director Mitch Garner gave a report to County Commissioners Tuesday morning on last week's fire at the landfill. Approximately 950 square yards burned in the fire, which was put out in about two hours by crews... Read More.

Nominations Open for Coolest Thing Made in Kansas

Monday, July 28

Nominations are open for the Coolest Thing Made in Kansas Competition. Show off the innovation, craftsmanship, and talent behind your Kansas-made product. Nominations will close Friday, August 8 at 12 p.m. People's Choice Voting will run from Monday, Sept. 15 through Oct. 3 at... Read More.

Arrest Made in Death of Wyandotte County Sheriff’s Deputy

Sunday, July 27

KANSAS CITY, Kan. (July 27, 2025) — The Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), with assistance from the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, arrested 38-year-old Shawn M. Harris, of Kansas City, Kansas, connected to the shooting death of Elijah Ming, a deputy of the Wyandotte County... Read More.

Garnett City Commission Bans Shipping Containers as Dwellings, Approves RV Park Redevelopment

Wednesday, July 23

GARNETT, Kan. — A long running discussion on shipping containers in Garnett came to a climax last night at the Garnett City Commission approved on a 2-1 vote with Commissioner Jody Cole opposed an ordinance that bans use of shipping containers as a dwelling... Read More.

Allen County Commission Discusses Airport Projects, Welcomes Thrive Allen County’s New Economic Director

Tuesday, July 22

ALLEN COUNTY, Kan. — Allen County Commissioners discussed airport projects Tuesday with Caleb Coltraine from Garver, their engineering consultant. Among the projects is the one to build a full length taxiway, which had been identified as a need for some time. While this is an... Read More.

Boil Water Advisory Issued for the Neosho Co RWD 3 and Neosho Co RWD 4, Neosho County

Monday, July 21

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Neosho Co RWD 3 and Neosho Co RWD 4 public water supply systems located in Neosho County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for... Read More.

Nine Hospitalized after Carbon Monoxide Exposure in Garnett

Saturday, July 19

GARNETT, Kan. — Nine people including eight first responders were hospitalized after a carbon monoxide leak Friday night at a home in Garnett. The Anderson County Sheriff's Office said Garnett First Responders along with Garnett Police and Anderson County EMS responded just after 10:30 PM... Read More.

National Weather Service Issues Extreme Heat Warning from 2 PM Saturday through 7 PM Wednesday

Friday, July 18

The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for all of southeast and east central Kansas from 2 p.m. Saturday to 7 p.m. Wednesday. A multi-day period of temperatures in the upper 90s to around 100, combined with high humidity, will produce heat... Read More.