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Jackson County’s New Leaders Face Task of Restoring Trust
Stacy Lake and seven new legislators take office in January after years of property tax disputes, political infighting and leadership turmoil.
Jackson County will enter 2027 with a new executive and seven new legislators after four years marked by property tax disputes, political infighting, a recall…
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Opinion: COMBAT Helps Give Youth Like Me a Chance
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Wichita’s $615 Million School Bond: Two Votes, Different Tax Impacts
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