Activists ask BPU to end electricity shutoffs

Activists at the Wednesday, May 19, night Board of Public Utilities meeting asked the BPU board to stop electricity shutoffs. “There are many being disconnected many people not being serviced, many people struggling,” said an Armourdale resident who also has previously asked the board to stop the electricity shutoffs. The BPU, along with other area … Continue reading “Activists ask BPU to end electricity shutoffs”

COVID-19 vaccine to be available to those 12 and older in Kansas

The Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine will now be available to age 12 and older in Kansas, according to an announcement Wednesday afternoon by Gov. Laura Kelly. The governor said that because of increasing evidence that the COVID-19 vaccine is safe and effective for young people, the vaccine now will be available to them in Kansas. “Health … Continue reading “COVID-19 vaccine to be available to those 12 and older in Kansas”

Gaming revenues increase in April at Hollywood Casino

The Hollywood Casino at Kansas Speedway saw an increase in April gaming revenues, as state casinos in Kansas continued to rebound, according to figures released on Wednesday at the Kansas Lottery Commission meeting. Keith Kocher, director of program assurance and integrity for the Kansas Lottery, reported gaming revenues at Hollywood Casino in Wyandotte County were … Continue reading “Gaming revenues increase in April at Hollywood Casino”