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County formalizes moratorium on rural B.E.S.S. projects
The Harvey County Commission formalized a moratorium on the permitting of Battery Energy Storage System projects in the unincorporated areas of Harvey County on July 14.
Kansas lawmakers outline vision for finding solutions to water crisis, and paying for them
HAYS — The leaders of the state’s new Water Program Task Force say they are committed to finding elusive solutions to the state’s long-simmering water crisis.
New national school voucher program included in ‘big, beautiful’ law, with no cap on cost
WASHINGTON — A national private school voucher program is now law, though the school choice initiative comes with a huge caveat. States also choose — whether or not to participate.
Gallery to open new exhibit
“Three Generations,” a new exhibit featuring artists Kayann Ausherman; daughters Abby Ausherman, Betty Mathias, and Kelsi Depew; and granddaughters Etta, Ivy, and Olive Depew, opens July 19 at Carriage Factory Art Gallery. The opening reception will be from 6-8 p.m. at the gallery with Artist’s Talk at 7 p.m. , 128 E. 6th St, Newton. Items in this show will be on exhibit and for sale through September 12.
Road overlay program to begin this week
The Harvey County Road and Bridge Department’s hot mix asphalt overlay program for 2025 will get underway Wednesday.
State, USD 373 federal funds delayed
By Chad FreyNewton Kansan Kansas education officials were notified earlier last week that payment to states for some federal funds, already appropriated, has been delayed… Login to continue reading Login…
2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award Nominations Now Open
NEWTON, KS—The Newton Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the 2025 Outstanding Citizen of the Year Award. The Outstanding Citizen Award is an… Login to continue reading Login…
Threshing days set
GOESSEL — The 52nd annual Goessel Threshing Days will be Aug. 1 and 2 At the Mennonite Heritage and Agricultural Museum.
Board begins discussion of how much to spend during bond
The Newton USD 373 Board of Education did not come to a final decision of how much to spend during a possible bond issue targeted for a vote next year on July 14 but did get information on how different spending levels would change the district mill levy.