Government

KDOT suspends $86 million in planned projects
March 5, 2010
The Kansas Department of Transportation announced today that with $257 million in cuts to the State Highway Fund, $86 million in projects it had planned for this year have been suspended.
City prepares for next phase of trail
March 3, 2010
Work on the first phase of a new recreational trail continues in western Shawnee, and the city hopes to complete the second phase by the end of this year.
Ward I: Incumbent ready to fill big box stores
March 3, 2010
Looking at Shawnee’s economic development, one of the things that continues to worry Shawnee City Council member Dan Pflumm, is the open space created by former grocery stores.
Candidate’s focus on Shawnee first
March 3, 2010
In his ward, Shawnee City Council candidate Jim Neighbor said residents trying harder to keep their money in Shawnee could be a big help to increasing economic development.
Morris pushes involvement
March 3, 2010
With years of community service and activism all around Shawnee under his belt, David Morris says he’s ready to step into an even bigger leadership position as a Shawnee City Council member.
Goode: tax abatements key
March 3, 2010
After 33 years on the Shawnee City Council, Frank Goode says he’s seen it all. That experience will come in handy as the city wades through its current difficulties related to the recession, he said.
Public meeting concerning clean up of Ken Smith site tonight
March 2, 2010
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment will have a Public Information Meeting tonight concerning the clean-up of the Kenneth Smith Golf Club site, 12831 W. 71st St.
Work progresses on Clear Creek Recreational Trail
February 24, 2010
Work on the first phase a new recreational trail continues in western Shawnee, and the city hopes to complete the second phase by the end of this year.
CityLine, ethical conduct top issues for Council
February 24, 2010
The Shawnee City Council Monday approved changes that would reduce the cost for the city’s newsletter and parks and recreation guide.
Hopeful pushes business growth
February 24, 2010
For Jeff Tollman, economic development is one of the most important issues facing Ward III.
Candidate wants to ease tax burden
February 24, 2010
The tax rate western Shawnee residents face is the most important issue in Ward III, Shawnee City Council candidate Jeff Vaught said.
CityLine, ethical conduct top items at Shawnee City Council meeting
10:11 p.m., February 22, 2010 Updated 12:00 a.m.
The Shawnee City Council Monday approved changes that would reduce the cost for the city’s newsletter and parks and recreation guide. Council members also brought up two nonagenda item discussions concerning Council member conduct and interactions with city staff.
City lauded for financial reporting once again
February 17, 2010
Shawnee has received another award in recognition of its financial reporting.
K-7, Johnson Drive interchange moving forward
February 17, 2010
After being delayed for six months, the Kansas Highway 7 and 55th Street/Johnson Drive interchange is getting ready to move forward.
City’s ’09 tax, fee receipts illustrate economic slowdown
February 17, 2010
Shawnee’s economy continued to be down in 2009, with fewer homes being built and decreasing sales in the city.

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Do you do anything to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?

“We are all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. My family won the best in family floats in Shawnee’s St. Patrick’s Day parade a few years back. We got to have a big trophy for the year. My sons love throwing out candy on the parade route.”

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