KCKFD Highlights Fire Safety as Part of National Fire Prevention Week Published on October 07, 2024 The Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department (KCKFD), is excited to partner with the National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), to promote Fire Prevention Week during October 6-12, 2024. This year’s theme for the week is “Smoke Alarms: Make Them Work for You.” Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Environment, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
Free Mulch Giveaway Published on September 27, 2024 Get free natural mulch at the Recycling & Yard Waste Center on select days in October. Tagged as: , Events & Activities
Mayor Garner to Host Public Official Town Hall Published on September 24, 2024 On Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 9 AM-11 AM, CEO/Mayor Tyrone Garner, along with Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG) officials will host the first-ever Wyandotte County Public Officials Town Hall at the KCKCC Performing Arts Center (7250 State Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66109). Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Mayor News
UG to Celebrate over $2.1 Million in Park Improvements Published on August 19, 2024 Next Friday, August 23, the Unified Government of WyCo and KCK (UG) Parks & Recreation Department will host a ribbon-cutting tour at three of its parks. This event will celebrate the investment of more than $2.1 million in improvements funded through the (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. The UG will also kick off a new awareness campaign called Enjoy, Don't Destroy. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle, Honors & Celebration, Improvement Works, Media Releases, Ribbon Cutting
UG Seeks Input on Proposed Use of Federal Funds Totaling $3,149,641.85 Published on July 25, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County/Kansas City, Kansas will accept public comments on its Draft 2024 Annual Action Plan through August 14, 2024. The Annual Action Plan consolidates three entitlement grant programs into a single application. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Media Releases
WyCo and KCK Back to School Immunizations and School Supplies Events Published on July 23, 2024 It's almost time for back-to-school physicals, immunizations and school supplies!There are multiple back to school events in Wyandotte County offering free routine childhood vaccinations and school supplies. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
WyCo Cities Awarded $1 Million Grant to Improve Road Safety Published on July 09, 2024 The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (UG), in collaboration with the City of Bonner Springs and the City of Edwardsville, was awarded a $1 million Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) grant to create a countywide Vision Zero Action Plan. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Infrastructure, Media Releases
WyCo World Cup Readiness Taskforce Needs Your Input Published on June 20, 2024 As we gear up for the 2026 World Cup, the WyCo World Cup Readiness Taskforce formed last year wants to hear from you. This committee is chaired by Visit KCK Executive Director, Alan Carr and Co-Chaired by County Administrator, David Johnston. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities
Over 150 Youth Gain Skills at KCKPD Tackling Conflict Football Camp Published on June 11, 2024 KCKPD and the Police Athletic League held the 3rd Annual Tackling Conflict Together Football Camp for youth ages 8-18 on June 8th at Bishop Ward High School. Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
2024 Spring / Summer Parks & Recreation Guide Now Available Published on June 10, 2024 As the weather continues to heat up and the days are getting longer – it’s time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine – and Wyandotte County Parks & Recreation is here to help! Check out the 2024 Spring/ Summer Recreation Guide. Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle