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 […]
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Warming Centers Available in KCK This Winter
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.
Suspect arrested, charged in 11/1 Northeast killing
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 […]
Watson to lead new-look commission
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, […]
Health officials warn that whooping cough is on the rise
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]
Public Works crews participate in Mid-America Equipment Expo & Roadeo
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 […]
UG Parks & Rec awarded $200K in grants to enhance urban tree canopy
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) Parks and Recreation Department has been awarded a total of $200,000 in no-match grants from the Kansas Forest Service. This funding was received through two separate $100,000 grants under the Kansas Forest Service’s Urban and Community Forestry Program, which […]
KCK barbecue sides to drool over
From Visit KCK: Kansas City is world-famous for its barbecue, and with so many legendary smokehouses to choose from, it’s no wonder food lovers have a hard time picking just one. Ribs, burnt ends, brisket, pulled pork—smoked, seasoned, and sauced to perfection—are the stars of the show. But for true […]
A Kansas City, Kansas, artist recreates iconic paintings with people from his neighborhood
From KCUR arts reporter Julie Denesha Harold Smith’s newest paintings take familiar works of art like Grant Wood’s “American Gothic,” Vermeer’s “Girl with a Pearl Earring,” and Leonardo DaVinci’s “The Last Supper” and reimagines them with people he grew up with. On a recent August morning, the artist Harold Smith […]
Historical Museum’s Fort Conley exhibit starts Saturday
A new art installation at the Wyandotte County Historical Museum commemorates three Native American sisters who barricaded themselves in a tribal burial ground in what is now downtown Kansas City, Kansas. “Trespassers Beware” gives visitors a chance to experience the Conley sisters’ story. [Read more]