Tag: Washington County

Starting Monday, April 27, the Kansas Department of Transportation will close K-148 in Washington County for two days to replace drainage tubes. The closure will affect through traffic from U.S. 36 to Nebraska State Highway 8. Detours will be provided. For updates, visit http://www.kandrive.gov or call 511.

Torrential rains in northeast Kansas led to significant flash flooding, road damage, and emergency evacuations late Thursday and Friday. Some areas received up to a foot of rain, prompting response efforts for affected campers near Frankfort. Public officials are assessing damage and advising residents to avoid flooded roads as recovery continues.

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment has issued a boil water advisory for Haddam due to a waterline break causing pressure loss, risking bacterial contamination. Customers must boil water for consumption, avoid using ice from home machines, and take hygiene precautions until the advisory is lifted. Contact KDHE for updates.

Washington County is facing a crucial decision regarding its ambulance services, with a recent report from Fitch and Associates...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a $6.6 million investment in northeast Kansas to expand high-speed internet access for rural residents, farmers, and businesses. This funding, part of the ReConnect Program, targets underserved areas and aims to enhance economic security and opportunities for local communities.

A limited grant program is now open for low-income households in Clay, Cloud, Marshall, Republic, and Washington Counties to replace failing septic systems. Eligible homeowners can receive up to 75% of the total bid cost if their income is below 133% of the poverty level. Deadline for applications is September 15, 2024. Contact Marlene Stamm for details.

A Manhattan man lost his life in a two-vehicle crash in Washington County on an early Tuesday afternoon. The...

A collision in Washington County involving a pickup and a semi resulted in injuries for the pickup driver, Edward D. Willbrant, who failed to yield. His vehicle sustained significant damage, and he was taken to a medical center for injuries to his face and head. The passenger and the semi driver escaped unharmed.

On Monday, April 22nd, a high-speed pursuit through Clay and Washington counties ended in a crash. The suspect vehicle, driven by Robert D Allen evaded law enforcement earlier and reached speeds exceeding 100 mph, causing an accident involving a patrol car. Allen, along with two passengers, sustained injuries and is now in custody.

The Washington County Sheriff’s Office reported Thursday that a missing individual, 44-year-old Ben Berger, was located deceased on Thursday....

PLEASE SEE OUR UPDATED POST: Missing Washington County Man Found Deceased Thursday UPDATE: It has been discovered that Ben was last...

Unofficial Washington County Election Results. Election results a service of Citizens State Bank. Member FDIC. ...