Stories from Friday, July 31, 2015

What began as an idea by four families who wanted to improve the life of a family member with disabilities has grown over four decades. Tri-Valley Developmental Services (TVDS) celebrated 40 years in Southeast Kansas with awards and refreshments Wednesday at Buck Run Community Center...

During the upcoming weeks, work will be done to whittle down the 2016 budget numbers. The goal is to reach a number that will be well below an approximately 14-mill increase. That's how much the taxing amount would have to increase if the commissioners grant each budget request submitted by county department heads this year...

During the upcoming weeks, work will be done to whittle down the 2016 budget numbers. The goal is to reach a number that will be well below an approximately 14-mill increase. That's how much the taxing amount would have to increase if the commissioners grant each budget request submitted by county department heads this year...

Motorists from 6th to 13th streets must maneuver orange cones while workers begin new asphalt paving, curbs, gutters and sidewalks along the stretch of roadway as part of a $3.8 million improvement project. A new 12-inch water line and storm sewer pipes and inlets, along with new traffic signals are part of the 18 month-long project, according to Chad Brown, Fort Scott's street and traffic supervisor...