With a severe snowstorm forecast for the area, several county services will be affected. Unified Government offices will be closed, and employees in those offices will work remotely. USD 500 schools and KCK public library branches are also closed. District court hearings will be continued to a later date, except […]
Other News
UG Awarded Top Honors from Kansas Recreation & Parks Association
In late January 2025, the Unified Government Parks & Recreation Department took top honors at the recent Kansas Recreation & Park Association annual awards for Outstanding New or Innovative Park Project of the Year Award. [Read more]
UG Expands Hours for Senior and Disabled Tax Rebate Program
Beginning Monday, February 10, the Unified Government of Wyandotte and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) Clerk’s Office will extend appointment hours at three sites to assist with processing applications for the seniors and persons living with disabilities rebate programs. [Read more]
Elmer, Jarrett enter BSHS Hall of Fame
Friday evening at halftime of the boys’ basketball game, the BSHS Hall of Fame welcomed its Class of 2025 — Dr. Jeff Elmer and Olliea Jarrett. The BSHS Hall of Fame recognized Bonner Springs High School alumni who have made a significant contribution in their profession or in the Bonner […]
EPA Consent Decree, union agreement top Thursday commission agenda
The Unified Government commissioners meet this evening, and two big-ticket items will be on the agenda. The first major item is a partial consent decree between the UG and the federal government, specifically the Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Justice. Jeff Miles, the Director of Water Pollution Control […]
New hoops coach Spencer finds challenges, potential at Wyandotte
The Sumner Academy Sabres protected their home court on Wednesday, defeating the visiting Wyandotte Bulldogs 68-39. Sumner senior guard Vincent Wing brought his all-of-the-above style to the game, scoring inside and out for 20 points, handing out five assists, and snagging four steals on the defensive end. Sabres freshman Ezra […]
Northeast Microtransit Zone will expand transportation access
Launching Monday, February 3, 2025, the Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, KS will expand RideKC On-Demand to include a new Northeast Microtransit Zone. This zone, connecting the Fairfax area to I-70 between the Kansas River and North 43rd Street, will link to the existing Midtown and Legends […]
BPU issues boil advisory for Riverview neighborhood. Update: advisory lifted
Update: The BPU has lifted the boil water advisory as of Feb. 1. Residents are advised to flush their plumbing, and discard ice and any water filters that may have been affected. The Board of Public Utilities issued a boil water advisory for an area in the Riverview neighborhood of […]
KCK wrestlers earn medals at SM North Invitational
Wrestlers from six Wyandotte County high schools hit the mats this weekend at the 38th Annual Shawnee Mission North Invitational meet. The venerable high school has traditionally hosted a boys’ tournament and this year added a girls’ tournament to run in parallel. Washington junior Reddi Johnson won the 130-pound bracket […]
Mayor to host Friday session on immigration changes
Unified Government Mayor/CEO Tyrone Garner will host a public session on U.S. immigration policy on Friday at 3:30 PM at Memorial Hall. Pre-selected community members will speak on their concerns about recent changes in immigration enforcement and policy made by the incoming presidential administration of Donald Trump. Members of community-based […]






