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Lawsuit says Jackson County sheriff lacks civil jurisdiction on Potawatomi land
Separate federal lawsuits filed this month raise jurisdictional questions involving Jackson County and the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. One, filed by the tribe, seeks to bar the Jackson County Sheriff's Office from exercising civil jurisdiction on its reservation. The other alleges tribal police acted without legal authority when they arrested a man on their...
Traffic delays expected as road work begins Monday on US-36 in Brown County
HIAWATHA, Kan. (WIBW) - Traffic delays are expected starting next week when road work begins along US-36 highway in Brown County, authorities said. Culvert replacement work is set to begin next Monday along US-36 just east of Hiawatha near Mallard Road, according to Kansas Department of Transportation officials. Maintenance crews...
Concerns voiced at city meeting on tree ordinance
(KNZA)--A Hiawatha resident appeared before the Hiawatha City Commission Monday evening to express his concerns about the city's tree ordinance. John Schum, who lives at 306 North 5th Street, said he recently had a tree fall in the public right-of-way on his property and was notified by the city he was responsible for its removal.
Holton commission hears good city audit report
Holton’s municipal government remains in a financially sound position, controlling spending and keeping property taxes down to the point where the city’s budget for next year will likely put the mill levy at the state-mandated “revenue neutral rate,” the Holton City Commission learned on July 15.
We-ta-se Princess Contest 2024 Application Opens
The We-ta-se princess aims to empower young ladies by taking pride in their culture and provide them the opportunity to represent the Veteran community and the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. Candidates must meet all eligibility requirements and submit their application before the deadline (September 1st, 2024 at 3:30PM). The selection...
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