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Proposed redevelopment in downtown Hays will rehab blighted building
A building in downtown Hays that has sat vacant for more than 40 years is on its way to being reconstructed. Local developer Adam Pray has plans to rehabilitate the former Hays State Bank building at 1108 N. Main into a luxury short-term rental Airbnb called Chestnut Suites. Built in 1965, the building later housed Sunflower Electric until the 1980s.
Upcoming Fire Hydrant Testing in Hays: What Residents Need to Know
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11th & Ash intersection in Hays closed for waterline replacement
Beginning Tuesday, the intersection of 11th and Ash in Hays will be closed to through traffic until further notice for waterline replacements. Any residents affected by this project will be notified by the contractor for any interruption of services. Please avoid the area if possible. Traffic control devices will be...
Hays City Commission to vote on economic help for development projects
Incentive requests for a couple of projects through the city of Hays' economic development program will be considered on Thursday. Vernie's Trux-N-Equip. plans to construct a new shop and office north of Interstate 70 on six acres northwest of the intersection of 48th Street and General Hays Road at 4885 Vine. It's the site of the former Hays Livestock sales barn.
Outdoor watering restrictions to start soon in Hays
Outdoor watering restrictions in Hays will go into effect for the summer beginning Sat., June 1. Watering of lawns and other vegetation from private wells and by city customers is prohibited between noon and seven p.m. through Sept. 30. The Kansas Department of Agriculture's Division of Water Resources issues the...
Filing deadline for fall elections June 3; see list of positions up for election
The filing deadline for the fall elections is noon Monday, June 3 at the Ellis County Clerk’s office, Ellis County Administrative Center, 718 Main St. Below is a list of offices that will be on the Aug. 6 primary ballot:. These positions must be filed with the Secretary of...
🎙Ellis County Historical Society breaks ground on Victoria satellite location
VICTORIA—The Ellis County Historical Society broke ground Thursday on a satellite location in the former St. John's Nursing Home in Victoria. The building is being developed by the Victoria Community Coalition. Work on senior apartments has begun on the north side of the former nursing home. The historical society...
Railroad repairs to close Commerce Parkway crossing in Hays
Beginning at about 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 21, Commerce Parkway in Hays will be closed to through traffic in both directions at the Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) crossing just north of Highway 40. UPRR will be doing repairs to the crossing and expects repairs to be completed by the...
Pavement reconstruction on 28th St. between Fort and Oak starts Tuesday in Hays
Beginning Tuesday, at approximately 8 a.m., Morgan Brothers Construction will begin work on pavement reconstruction on 28th Street in Hays, between Fort and Oak. The area will be closed to through traffic until further notice and traffic control will be set in areas of work being completed. If there are...
Ellis Public Library opts out on county library vote
With so much uncertainty, the Ellis Public Library Board recently decided to opt out of a vote on a proposed Ellis County Library. According to Ellis Public Library Board Chairperson Tracey Andrews, the Ellis Public Library Board made the final decision, in a unanimous vote, to opt out of the County Library at their April 29 meeting. The board informed the Ellis City Council of its decision at the city's May 6 meeting.
Hays business community steps up for Wild West Festival
Sponsorships for the biggest northwest Kansas event ensure 30th anniversary event, more needed to sustain the tradition into the future. In a demonstration of community spirit and generosity, the area business community has stepped up to ensure the continuation of the annual Wild West Festival for its 30th-anniversary event this summer.
Hays Area Planning Commission to meet to rezone future Astra Bank property
The Hays Area Planning Commission will meet at 4 p.m. Monday in Hays City Hall to consider the rezoning request from public and institutional to neighborhood shopping district and residential multi-family district for the property at 27th and Main St. Plans for the site currently owned by the city include...
Hays Public Library Foundation to raise money for Kansas Room remodel
The Hays Public Library Kansas Room will undergo a remodel later this year as part of a project to update the basement. The Hays Public Library Foundation is conducting a fundraiser, beginning May 20, 2024, to cover the costs of the Kansas Room portion of the project. The Kansas Room...
Upcoming Fire Hydrant Inspections in Hays to Enhance Safety: What You Need to Know
On May 16, 2024, the Hays Fire Department will inspect and test fire hydrants across the city. These activities will take place in areas around 33rd St. and I-70, 36th St. and Greenbriar, 37th St. and 1st St., and 27th St. and Greenbriar. The goal is to check that hydrants work properly and are clear of any blockages or damage.
Reconstruction of 28th St. in Hays to start next week
Morgan Brothers Construction will begin work on the pavement on 28th Street between Fort and Oak at about 8 a.m. Monday. The area will remain open at this time, and traffic control will be set in areas where work is being completed. If you have any questions, call Morgan Brother...
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