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Kansas Crop Progress: Wheat Harvest Well Ahead of Average
Wamego, KS

Kansas Crop Progress: Wheat Harvest Well Ahead of Average

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Kansas farmers had 4.9 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending June 14, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics …

Jun 16, 2026 Read
Wamego Police Department Encourages Community Support for Annual “Cops & Kids” Program
Wamego, KS

Wamego Police Department Encourages Community Support for Annual “Cops & Kids” Program

The Wamego Police Department has announced its participation in the annual “Cops & Kids” charitable initiative and is encouraging community members to consider contributing …

Dec 9, 2025 Read
Wamego Police Chief Schliffke Concludes Career
Wamego, KS

Wamego Police Chief Schliffke Concludes Career

Wamego Police Chief Schliffke has retired after years of service to the community. The Pottawatomie County Sheriff's Office congratulated Chief Schliffke on his retirement, …

Dec 2, 2025 Read
City of Wamego to Accept Only Cash, Checks During Software Transition
Wamego, KS

City of Wamego to Accept Only Cash, Checks During Software Transition

The City of Wamego will temporarily suspend electronic payment options beginning Monday, November 24, as it transitions to a new software system. Through the …

Nov 24, 2025 Read
Pottawatomie County Approves $282,207 Emergency Siren Upgrade Plan
Wamego, KS

Pottawatomie County Approves $282,207 Emergency Siren Upgrade Plan

The Pottawatomie County Commission approved a comprehensive outdoor warning siren upgrade at their November 24 meeting, allocating $282,207 to modernize the county's emergency alert …

Nov 24, 2025 Read
Pottawatomie County Treasurer Reports High Traffic Volume, Seeks Legislative Support for Fee Structure Changes
Wamego, KS

Pottawatomie County Treasurer Reports High Traffic Volume, Seeks Legislative Support for Fee Structure Changes

Pottawatomie County Treasurer Lisa Wright presented her department update to commissioners at their November 24 meeting, highlighting significant workload concerns and requesting support for …

Nov 24, 2025 Read
Economic Development Director Provides Quarterly Update on County Growth
Wamego, KS

Economic Development Director Provides Quarterly Update on County Growth

Pottawatomie County Economic Development Director Shanna Goodman delivered a quarterly update to the County Commission this week, highlighting recent economic indicators and ongoing projects …

Nov 17, 2025 Read
Wamego City Manager Presents Timeline for Rural Housing Incentive District Process
Wamego, KS

Wamego City Manager Presents Timeline for Rural Housing Incentive District Process

Wamego City Manager Stacie Eichem presented details on the timeline and process for establishing a Rural Housing Incentive District (RHID) at Monday's Pottawatomie County …

Nov 17, 2025 Read
Pottawatomie County Housing Report: October Sales Decrease 17.4% Year-Over-Year
Wamego, KS

Pottawatomie County Housing Report: October Sales Decrease 17.4% Year-Over-Year

Home sales in Pottawatomie County decreased 17.4% in October 2025, totaling 19 closed transactions compared to 23 in October 2024, per the latest report …

Nov 11, 2025 Read
Fatal Crash on Interstate 70 in Wabaunsee County
Wamego, KS

Fatal Crash on Interstate 70 in Wabaunsee County

A fatal accident occurred Sunday morning on Interstate 70 eastbound in Wabaunsee County, according to authorities. The crash took place at approximately 11:29 a.m. …

Nov 10, 2025 Read
Pottawatomie County Tests New Pothole Repair Method Using Bullet Blades
Wamego, KS

Pottawatomie County Tests New Pothole Repair Method Using Bullet Blades

The Pottawatomie County Public Works Department has implemented a new approach to repairing potholes and deteriorated road surfaces, with initial efforts showing promising results …

Nov 10, 2025 Read
Bellevue Bridge Nearing Completion, Awaiting Final Striping
Wamego, KS

Bellevue Bridge Nearing Completion, Awaiting Final Striping

The long-awaited Bellevue Bridge project is in its final stages of completion, county officials announced during Monday's Pottawatomie County Commission meeting. County Public Works …

Nov 10, 2025 Read
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