With the risk of COVID-19, anxiety surrounds school reopening

As school districts here discuss options for returning to school after Labor Day, anxiety levels have started to go up among parents, teachers and students. And rightly so, some would say, as COVID-19 case numbers have been rising in Wyandotte County, the Kansas City area, Kansas and the nation. While the governor has tried to … Continue reading “With the risk of COVID-19, anxiety surrounds school reopening”

Virtual job fair being held today through Thursday

The KansasWorks statewide virtual job fair is being held today, July 28, through Thursday, July 30. “We need to maintain a strong, healthy workforce in our state, and getting Kansans back to work safely is one of my top priorities,” Gov. Laura Kelly said. “The KansasWorks virtual job fair has proven to be a creative … Continue reading “Virtual job fair being held today through Thursday”

Legislative candidates discuss issues at forum

by Mary Rupert Candidates for the state Legislature discussed issues during an election forum on Friday afternoon, July 24. The virtual forum was sponsored by Business West and Kansas City Kansas Community College. Candidates who had opposition in the primary election Aug. 4 were invited. Those who participated included Rep. Stan Frownfelter, D-37th Dist., Rep. … Continue reading “Legislative candidates discuss issues at forum”