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Derby Man Fined for Practicing Law Without a License
A Derby man entered into a consent judgment with the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office for allegedly practicing law without a license. Court documents show that Andrew Wells met with a woman at his office in Goddard. The woman then hired him as legal representation in a dispute with the Social Security Administration. After the woman asked Wells to stop representing her, he refused to return documents she had given him. Investigators discovered that the Kansas Attorney Registration Office had never listed Andrew Wells as a licensed attorney in the state of Kansas.
Kansas Secretary of State has concerns with mail in ballots getting to polls on time
WICHITA, Kan. (KAKE)- Kansas Secretary of State Scott Schwab wants people to stop casting their absentee ballots through the mail. "This is not a new problem. We've been shouting this from the rooftops since 2019," he said. He says ballots can sometimes get lost or delayed in the mail and...
EmberHope Connections resumes care contract in Sedgwick County after 11-year hiatus
EmberHope Connections has increased its staff and initiated partnerships with local agencies to fill its role as the new foster care contractor in Sedgwick County. The faith-based nonprofit, which took over the state contact previously held by Saint Francis Ministries on July 1, believes these measures will help improve historically below-average foster care metrics in […]
Clearwater Offers Free Flood Protection Consultations and Expert Advice to Homeowners Ahead of Storm Season
As the threat of flooding looms with the arrival of tropical storms and hurricanes, the City of Clearwater is stepping in with a proactive assistance program aimed at helping homeowners prepare and protect their properties. Recognizing the damages that heavy rains can bring, the city is offering key advice on measures like elevating appliances, understanding flood zones, and applying flood-proofing techniques.
Storywalk® is now part of the Wellington Public Library
By Amber Countryman, Sumner Newscow — If you’ve been by the Wellington Public Library lately, you’ve probably noticed several metal stands outside the building. A StoryWalk® was recently added to help families become more active while promoting literacy. Each stand contains a different page of a book, allowing visitors to get some exercise and read a good book.
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