Proposed Louisburg budget exceeds revenue neutral rate
LOUISBURG – Louisburg City Council members voted 4-1 to allow the 2026 budget to exceed the revenue neutral rate (RNR), but the budget won’t be finalized until after a public hearing Sept. 15.
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Nepotism policy modified for Osawatomie Fire Department
OSAWATOMIE – The city of Osawatomie’s personnel policy prohibiting nepotism has been modified to allow family members of firefighters to serve on the volunteer fire department as long as they are not immediate family members of the fire chief.
State hospital razing Carmichael and Rush buildings
OSAWATOMIE – Osawatomie State Hospital officials recently announced that the Carmichael and Rush buildings on its campus are in the process of being razed.
Walmart celebrates $10 million renovation with ribbon cutting
PAOLA – Walmart manager Tyler Balsman not only cut the ribbon for the grand opening of the remolded Paola store Friday, Sept. 5, but he also helped with the redesign.
Commissioners reduce county budget after taxpayers speak out
Miami County commissioners approved the 2026 budget by a 4-1 vote but not before cutting $450,000 after listening to taxpayers speak out during a public hearing Wednesday, Aug. 27.
Residents confront city leaders during budget hearing
OSAWATOMIE – Osawatomie City Council members approved the city’s 2026 budget and agreed to exceed the revenue neutral rate (RNR), but not before listening to a number of residents raise concerns during a public hearing Thursday, Aug. 28.
Cole Holler Band brings country twang to Park Square
PAOLA – The Cole Holler Band was one of the highlighted summer acts for Music on the Square, playing some down-home country music during their set.
Soetaert running for U.S. Senate seat
Michael Soetaert, a Spring Hill native who currently lives in Wellington, Kan., has filed to run for U.S. Senate in 2026.
New teachers kick off school year at Osawatomie USD 367
OSAWATOMIE – There are several new faces throughout Osawatomie USD 367 as new teachers kick off the school year.
Louisburg prepares for Labor Day weekend events
LOUISBURG — The 53rd annual truck and tractor pull sponsored by the American Legion is set to kick off the community’s three-day Labor Day celebration.