Grandparents Park among parks plans on the horizon
Improvements to city and county parks this year point up the role they can play in people’s lives.
Improvements to city and county parks this year point up the role they can play in people’s lives.
Lets face it. Although we love our state, Kansas is not known as a hub of popular culture.
Wichitans are known for their love of dining out, and as the year progresses, they’ll have several new restaurants to sample – including a fine-dining spot, a neighborhood bar and grill and an arena-adjacent pizza place.
If you’re on the fence about whether to vote in this year’s April 2 general election, consider this: How your tax money will be spent is the primary focus of Wichita City Council and school board races – and of similar races across south-central Kansas.
As our focus turns to spring in a new year, the city of Wichita is at a crossroads.
What: Sedgwick County Extension Service’s trained master gardener volunteers help home gardeners with information on planting and care of lawns and gardens.
Volunteerism is on the rise in Kansas and across the nation.
The Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane spent its first year in constant transition while managing to outperform the two other state-owned casinos on the gaming floor.
Botanica’s latest plans for expansion will see a new events center open this year followed by an adjacent Chinese garden planned for next year.
Why Wichita?
From universities to the state fair, dozens of organizations are marking anniversaries this year.
The past few years have been challenging for businesses and citizens, and local governments have had their share of challenges as well. Sedgwick County has faced declining revenue, and the state funding for mandated services has fallen 20 percent since 2008.