Halstead BESS debate spills over to county
For months a debate in Halstead has been waging — whether or not an electrical storage facility, a B.E.S.S., should be constructed in the city industrial park.
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NMC Health establishes chaplaincy endowment fund
NMC Health announced this week the first recipient of an award from a new foundation.
Academia allows artist chance to keep exploring his style
David Long says that being an artist in academia enables him to branch out and explore in his work.
Winter King, Queen named
Newton High School seniors Lucas Kaufman, left, and Brooklyn Bailey were named the Winter Homecoming King and Queen respectively Friday between games at Ravenscroft Gym.
Kansas bank official calls for repeal of state law granting charter to unique financial entity
TOPEKA — The Kansas banking commissioner wants the Legislature to repeal a 2021 law creating a unique state-chartered financial institution that has repeatedly pleaded with lawmakers for greater operational independence and less regulatory oversight.
Kairos Outside to host fundraiser
Kairos Outside will host a fundraising Soup supper and dessert silent auction from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at Newton Christian Church, 210 Southport Drive.
County continues student loan program, with no funding
County commissioner Becky Reimer found herself in a unique position, seconding a motion she intended to vote against during the Feb. 18 Harvey County Commission meeting.
Kairos Outside to host Soup supper and dessert silent auction
Kairos Outside of Kansas supports the female family members and loved ones of those who are currently or have previously been impacted by incarceration. All proceeds will go to support the local Kairos Outside ministry which is not a traditional…
Kansas lawmakers consider expanding state window for fireworks sales
TOPEKA — A proposed Senate bill would permit year-round fireworks sales from permanent retailers and expand the window around Independence Day for pop-up vendors.
‘Third Thursday’ planned for downtown
“Third Thursday - Snow Much Love” will be 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 20 in downtown.