Jefferson County health department will launch billboard campaign
Travelers through north Topeka will soon learn what the Jefferson County Health Department has to offer.
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Hard conservatives’ tax plan has local government, school officials on edge
Ask anyone in Jefferson County government or any of the school districts about Gov. Sam Brownback’s tax plan and nearly the same response is always given. They are concerned.
Fire hydrant problems continue to be discussed in Valley Falls
by Clarke Davis Another discussion about fire hydrants topped the Valley Falls City Council agenda June 20. Visitors included Fire District 11 board Chairman Jason Nellis, member Bill Klenklen and Fire Chief John Gordon. They wanted an update on the progress toward getting a fire hydrant in the industrial tract on the south edge of [...]
Chip and seal work moving along on Jefferson County roads
Jefferson County Commissioners had a light schedule on Monday but had time to get an update from Road and Bridge Director Francis Hubbard.
Christy takes to the streets, Internet his case to be sheriff
Former Jefferson County Commissioner David Christy says there are big problems within the Sheriff’s department and he has the fix.
Oskaloosa mayor looks to shut down local businessman
The Oskaloosa City Council has directed the zoning administrator to investigate a local business after Mayor Mike Paavola made a complaint.
Perry teacher on campaign trail for 2nd District county commissioner
by Clarke Davis Wayne Lebetter was suffering a little bit from jetlag Friday, having just arrived home Thursday night from Paris. The candidate for 2nd District county commissioner was one of several sponsors who took 30 students of the International Club at Perry-Lecompton High School to France for an educational trip. Ledbetter, 56, has a [...]
Oskaloosa councilwoman Griffin calls for open records clarity
At least one Oskaloosa City Council member is taking an interest in more open government within the city.
New times, new signs for Oskaloosa
Oskaloosa USD 341 Schools have a lot to boast about and they’re going to show it off in a couple of new ways.
Valley Falls officers to be armed with Tasers
Police department requests for Tasers and backseat cages for the patrol cars were center stage when the Valley Falls City Council met June 6.