Nicole Kelley Reporter/Copy editor

Nicole Kelley is a reporter/copy editor with the Bonner Springs Chieftain/Basehor Sentinel. She began working for The World Co. in May 2007 at The Lansing Current. She is a graduate of the University of Kansas, where she was managing editor of the University Daily Kansan. She also was an intern with the Kansas City Star and The Mirror in Tonganoxie.

Recent stories

UG approves Wizards/Cerner development agreement
January 20, 2010
It’s official. Wyandotte County will become the new home of a more than $400 million Wizards soccer stadium and Cerner Corporation office campus.
Cerner/Wizards development agreement to be voted on tonight
January 19, 2010
The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kan., will vote tonight on a final developers agreement to construct a Wizards soccer stadium and Cerner office campus in Kansas City, Kan.
State board gives OK to casino at Speedway
December 3, 2009
For the second time, the Kansas Speedway has been chosen as the site for a state-owned and operated casino in Wyandotte County.
Wyandotte County casino decision pushed back
October 6, 2009
Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson has granted the Lottery Gaming Facility Review Board a 60-day extension for choosing the successful applicant to manage a state-owned casino in Wyandotte County.
Farm ready to open pumpkin patch for fifth year
September 24, 2009
With a giant caterpillar and massive pumpkins made from bales of hay already set up, it’s clear to those driving down 158th Street that Kerby Farm will soon be open for business.
Bonner 10-year-old has first book published
September 9, 2009
At age 7, Savannah Sunderman saw her 4-year-old sister attempting to learn her ABCs and decided to jump in and help.
Renaissance Festival to provide another year of enchantment
August 27, 2009
Once again the town of Canterbury is coming to life in Bonner Springs, as the Renaissance Festival’s performers, vendors and entertainment work to create a magical 16th century world.
Financial aid office a must stop for returning students
July 15, 2009
The decision has been made to go back to college, but now here comes the big question: How will you pay for this new, expensive endeavor?
Golden Gaming casino withdraws bid
May 22, 2009
Golden Heartland, one of three applicants seeking to manage a state-owned casino in Wyandotte County, has withdrawn from the competition.
Youth celebrates locks’ return at princess party
May 20, 2009
On Saturday, Kylie Pitts and three of her friends celebrated her fight against the disease with a princess party at The Pink Zebra Boutique in Bonner Springs. The party is a sendoff as Kylie and her family prepare to make their first trip to Disney World in Florida, thanks to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

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Recent photos

Barbara Dooley, a volunteer with the AARP Tax-Aide service, gives tax preparation advice to Eric Steck of Merriam at the Antioch Library in Merriam.

Paula Campbell, of Shawnee, shops with her son, Colin, and daughter, Abby, for Valentine’s Day-related items at the Bonner Springs Wal-Mart.

Paula Campbell, of Shawnee, shops with her son, Colin, and daughter, Abby, for Valentine’s Day-related items at the Bonner Springs Walmart.

Bonner Springs resident Patricia Stoneking was the first woman to serve as president of the Kansas State Rifle Association. She is currently serving her third year in the position.

Judy Cox, investment representative with Cox and Neal LLC in Bonner Springs, offers tips for getting through the holidays while still being responsible about debt.

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Do you think the state should do more to help businesses near K-7 and Johnson Drive as an interchange is constructed?

Given the time the state has had to prepare, I don’t think completing the access road before starting/ closing Johnson Drive is an unreasonable request from these businesses or those of us who patronize them.

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