By Dr. Karissa Niehoff, Chief Executive Officer of the NFHS, and Bill Faflick, Executive Director of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) High school activities is experiencing record participation. It is also experiencing unprecedented pressure. Across the country, young students are training earlier, competing year-round and navigating expectations […]
Kansas City Restaurant Week 2026 showcases the metro area’s vibrant culinary scene, with four KCK restaurants participating in this year’s event, offering diners a diverse array of flavors from authentic Mexican cuisine to Louisiana-style seafood and island-inspired fare. Amigos Grill & Cantina This beloved Turner neighborhood spot located at 2737 […]
Beginning Jan. 2, 2026, many Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kan., seniors or disabled people can verify their eligibility for BPU PILOT Relief, property tax refund, utility, and sales tax rebate programs. The tax rebate application process will take place through Apr. 15. The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and […]
The Unified Government (UG) Public Works Department announced during Thursday night’s Full Commission meeting that it has officially become an accredited agency through the American Public Works Association (APWA). Officials from APWA joined Public Works Director Troy Shaw in recognizing the achievement and speaking to its significance for Kansas City, […]
The Unified Government will move forward with Phase 2 of the Residential Trash and Recycling Carts Pilot Program in early 2026, expanding cart-based service to additional households across KCK. The carts program replaces loose bags and personal containers with standardized 96-gallon trash and recycling carts designed for automated collection. Participating […]
As the weather continues to become colder this winter, there are several warming centers across Wyandotte County that are available. For more information, including an interactive map to find a nearby shelter, go to https://www.wycokck.org/Engage-With-Us/News-articles/Warming-Centers-Winter-2025.
A Kansas City, Kansas man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning in the 700 block of North 11th Street. Kevin Calamaco-Morales, 22, was charged by the Wyandotte County District Attorney’s Office with felony first-degree murder and criminal discharge of […]
Christal Watson will be the new mayor/CEO of the Unified Government after Wyandotte County voters went to the polls Tuesday. Three other newcomers will join Watson on the UG commission dais: Jermaine Howard (District 1), Carlos Pacheco III (District 5), and Andrew Kump (At-Large 2). Howard will replace Gayle Townsend, […]
In the fall of 2025, Wyandotte County Public Health Department has seen an increase in cases of whooping cough (pertussis). The Health Department is encouraging community members and healthcare providers to take action to reduce the spread of whooping cough and other respiratory illnesses. [Read more]
The Unified Government Public Works Department joined more than 200 public works professionals from 22 cities for the 2025 Mid-America Equipment Expo & Roadeo, held October 8 to 10. Hosted by the American Public Works Association (APWA) Mid-America Chapter, the annual event featured a range of training sessions, educational opportunities, and […]