Month: March 2025
Kansas Cold Weather Rule Ends March 31; Deadline for Payment Plans and LIEAP Applications Approaches
The Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) is reminding utility customers the Cold Weather Rule ends on Monday, March 31. This rule prevents disconnections for residential customers
Washington County Conservation District Announces Cost Share Sign-Up for Conservation Projects
The Washington County Conservation District administers the Water Resource Cost Share Program and the Non-Point Source Cost Share Program. A cost share sign-up will be
National Greyhound Association 2025 Spring Nationals Set for Mid-April in Abilene
By: Ryan Duey The National Greyhound Association’s (NGA) 2025 Spring Nationals will be held from April 14th to the 18th in Abilene. This annual event
Clay Center Aquatic Park Provides Updates for the 2025 Swim Season
Get ready to make a splash at the Clay Center Aquatic Park this summer. Community members can look forward to swimming lessons, pool parties, and
Chickens, Ducks, and Quail to be Allowed in Marysville
Marysville’s city council approved an ordinance allowing residents to keep chickens, ducks, and quail in a 5-3 vote during a recent council meeting. The measure
Septic System Grant Program Now Open for Residents in Area Counties – Apply by April 15th
The Valuable Grant Program offers certain residents in Clay, Cloud, Marshall, Republic, and Washington Counties a chance for a grant to help replace failing septic
Neighbor to Neighbor Abilene Launches ‘Down to Earth Helpers Day’ to Help Elderly Homeowners
Neighbor to Neighbor Abilene is launching a new initiative to assist elderly homeowners with outdoor maintenance during its inaugural “Down to Earth Helpers Day” on
Cloud County Track and Field to Host Youth Camp April 2025
The Cloud County Community College track and field program is hosting a youth camp, “Cloud Track Night,” for all children in kindergarten through 6th grade
Free Summer Meal Program Available for Eligible Children in Washington and Republic County – Apply by April 6th
NEKCAP, Inc. and the Kansas Food Bank have partnered up to offer “The 2025 Filling the Gap Program.” The program will offer free summer meals
Congress Reviews Deadly Aviation Crash, Seeks Safety Reforms
The January 29th mid-air collision involving American Airlines 5342 and a U.S. Army Blackhawk helicopter near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)., the first major