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Water droplets

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

After high wind warnings over several days, the chance of rain consisted of just a few droplets on windshields as the Kansas drought continues in Mitchell County. Power outages in Beloit took place on Saturday afternoon, along with some fallen tree limbs, and from both directions of I-70, roads were closed from Colby to the Colorado border because of low visibility due to dust from high winds. No chance for rain and highs of near 77 degrees is forecast for Friday and near 82 degrees on Saturday.

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KDHE approves City Water Plant plans

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

At the beginning of the Beloit City Council meeting on Wednesday, March 3, 2024, City Manager Halley Roberson said, “I have a big announcement that is very good news. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has given final approval to the new Water Plant plans. We are good to go forward. Schwab-Eaton will now be able to put out feelers regarding possible contractors who might have interest in bidding the job.”

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Concannon files for 7th term as State Representative

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

TOPEKA – Susan Concannon, a dedicated public servant and advocate for the people of the 107th District, recently officially filed for re-election to serve a seventh term as State Representative.

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Strategic water planning in process

Thu, 04/11/2024 - 12:00am

The Kansas Water Office and the Kansas Water Authority was host to a Kansas Water Authority Webinar – strategic planning meeting, on Wednesday, April 3, to learn about the process and timeline goals for development of strategic planning recommendations to implement the Kansas Water Plan, as requested by Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly.

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Basking in the sun!

Wed, 04/03/2024 - 12:00am

Beloit residents enjoy watching a red fox bask in the sun during relaxation time. A majority of red foxes in Kansas inhabit the suburban fringes of towns and cities, which offer refuge from coyotes. They dig dens mostly for raising kits, but also to use as shelter from severe winter weather. Dens under porches, decks or sheds are not uncommon in urban areas. It is entirely possible for a fox to attack cats and smaller animals, causing injuries and harm. A fox is nocturnal and considered a wild animal. If a fox were to approach you, try making a loud noise or even clapping to scare it away. Generally, there’s not anything to worry about when they choose to live in our yards.