by Dennis Sharkey Rumors about a proposed adult entertainment club near Meriden are no longer rumors. A conditional use permit has been filed with the Jefferson County Planning and Zoning office to allow an eating and drinking establishment with what’s described as a Kansas Class B private club. Under state statute the business is defined [...]
by Dennis Sharkey In today’s world, domestic terrorism is a real factor and local authorities want to be ready if the unforeseen were to happen. Any law enforcement officer, firefighter or first responder will say that a domestic attack is something they don’t want to think about, but an attack at one of the county’s [...]
by Dennis Sharkey Area government entities have opened their mailboxes this month to find a pleasant surprise in the form of money. Last year’s winter storm during the holiday season seems like a long time ago to many. County wide, public works directors are busy finishing up summer road and infrastructure projects while preparing for [...]
by Dennis Sharkey The Meriden Library board has withdrawn a petition to put a question to voters in November. Board members had collected the proper amount of signatures to put a question on the ballot, however, differences between the city of Meriden’s attorney and county counselors have stalled the process. County Clerk Linda Buttron said [...]