Harvey County News
We are feeling encouraged! The recent rains from this past weekend have definitely benefited East Lake. We are starting to see some shallow water in places we haven't seen any water in awhile. Still not enough water to allow motorboats and the swim beaches and boat ramps are going to require some cleaning up before the areas will be comfortable and safe to enter into.....and before you say anything, we understand, it's the wrong time of the year to think about swimming. But hey, we're just trying to think about what we need to get done to be ready for next summer! In the meantime, check out the pictures. Isn't it beautiful to see some water in the lake?!Photos from Harvey County Parks's post
We continue to accept financial donations for our First Responders Holiday Helpers drive. Thank you to everyone that has made a contribution already!
This effort uses donated funds to provide boxes of staple food items to those in need during the holiday season. First responders from our county box up, load and deliver the items themselves - it brings us a ton of joy to get to do this every holiday, and all thanks to the generosity of our community.
We'll be collecting financial donations into December. If you'd like to make a contribution, please stop by the Sheriff's Office or Newton Police Department at 120 E. Seventh St. in Newton. Checks can be made payable to First Responders Holiday Helpers.We continue to accept financial donations for our First Responders Holiday Helpers drive. Thank you to everyone that has made a contribution already!
This effort uses donated funds to provide boxes of staple food items to those in need during the holiday season. First responders from our county box up, load and deliver the items themselves - it brings us a ton of joy to get to do this every holiday, and all thanks to the generosity of our community.
We'll be collecting financial donations into December. If you'd like to make a contribution, please stop by the Sheriff's Office or Newton Police Department at 120 E. Seventh St. in Newton. Checks can be made payable to First Responders Holiday Helpers.
The Harvey County Courthouse is illuminated in green Nov. 4-11 for Operation Green Light. Operation Green Light is an endeavor to recognize America's veterans for their service and sacrifices.
There are buildings across the state and nation showing gratitude for veterans with green lights. Our veterans gave selflessly to protect our communities and our country, and we hope to do our small part to honor their contributions through Operation Green Light. Thank you to everyone that has or is currently serving our nation.
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#OperationGreenLightThe Harvey County Courthouse is illuminated in green Nov. 4-11 for Operation Green Light. Operation Green Light is an endeavor to recognize America's veterans for their service and sacrifices.
There are buildings across the state and nation showing gratitude for veterans with green lights. Our veterans gave selflessly to protect our communities and our country, and we hope to do our small part to honor their contributions through Operation Green Light. Thank you to everyone that has or is currently serving our nation.
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Reminder: You can find unofficial local election results on our website: results.enr.clarityelections.com/KS/Harvey/122758/
These results will remain unofficial until the election canvass is conducted. The canvass will be held Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m. at the Harvey County Courthouse.
Election Night Reporting
Local results from the 2024 general election will be posted and updated on our website later this evening. Results will be posted as they become available after poll sites have closed. Polling locations remain open through 7 p.m.: results.enr.clarityelections.com/KS/Harvey/122758/
The results on the website will be unofficial. The election canvass for this election will be Nov. 12 at 8:30 a.m.
Election Night Reporting
While it is important to stay informed, constantly monitoring news or social media can cause additional stress. Schedule regular time away from your devices to enjoy doing things that you love. If you need additional support, call, text or chat with the 988 Lifeline: 988lifeline.org.
#KSLocalHealth
988 Lifeline
At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…Election Day is underway! Make sure to go get your I Voted sticker. Poll sites are open across the county through 7 p.m.
You can find more voting information, including a poll site locator, list of candidates and sample ballots on the Harvey County Elections website: www.hvcoksvote.gov
Here comes our 4th annual FREE community workshop- back with some old favorites and new twists. So much you'll need for your urban homesteading adventures taught by experts from this community.
From beekeeping to backyard chickens, baking bread, making cheese, candles, and puppets, herbalism, native plants, and straw bale gardening. As every year, we'll share a potluck lunch and plant garlic in the afternoon.
We're excited to share that Botanical Belonging, Chitwood Family Farm, Reggie & Theresa Moten, Joann McMillan, Marty Kraft, Kolika Simmons, and The Resilient Activist will join our staff- DeLinda Kinney, Jennifer Thomas-Zwick, and Sandra Machin- in presenting this year. Of course, you can’t say community and not mention Katy White and Stan Slaughter and composting.
Mark your calendars!
Let us know if you'd like to join in planning the event.
FREE EVENT!
Please register, www.kcfarmschool.org/community-workshop-2024
#actionisthesolution
#goodgrowsatgibbs
#letsgrowwyandotte
#visitkansascityks
Harvey County Food & Farm CouncilHere comes our 4th annual FREE community workshop- back with some old favorites and new twists. So much you'll need for your urban homesteading adventures taught by experts from this community.
From beekeeping to backyard chickens, baking bread, making cheese, candles, and puppets, herbalism, native plants, and straw bale gardening. As every year, we'll share a potluck lunch and plant garlic in the afternoon.
We're excited to share that Botanical Belonging, Chitwood Family Farm, Reggie & Theresa Moten, Joann McMillan, Marty Kraft, Kolika Simmons, and The Resilient Activist will join our staff- DeLinda Kinney, Jennifer Thomas-Zwick, and Sandra Machin- in presenting this year. Of course, you can’t say community and not mention Katy White and Stan Slaughter and composting.
Mark your calendars!
Let us know if you'd like to join in planning the event.
FREE EVENT!
Please register, www.kcfarmschool.org/community-workshop-2024
#actionisthesolution
#goodgrowsatgibbs
#letsgrowwyandotte
#visitkansascityks
🕑 As Daylight Saving Time ends, let’s prioritize safety on the roads! 🛣️
With darker evenings and disrupted sleep patterns, it’s easy to feel a little drowsy behind the wheel.
That’s why this week is also Drowsy Driving Prevention Week (Nov 3-9). Sleepy driving can be as dangerous as impaired driving, and even a small lapse in alertness can have serious consequences.
Remember: Rested drivers are safe drivers! Take breaks, stay hydrated, and if you feel drowsy, don’t hesitate to pull over. Let’s work together to keep our roads safe.
It's Election Day! Poll sites across Harvey County are open now through 7 p.m.
If you're not sure where to vote, you can identify where to go through our polling location finder: hvco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=577d7647b65440d4991b0b3404af4412
Early in-person voting concluded with 5,508 voters having cast their ballot. We sent out 2,187 advance-by-mail ballots to registered voters who requested one, and 1,852 have been returned so far.
For more election info, please visit our website at www.hvcoksvote.govIt's Election Day! Poll sites across Harvey County are open now through 7 p.m.
If you're not sure where to vote, you can identify where to go through our polling location finder: hvco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=577d7647b65440d4991b0b3404af4412
Early in-person voting concluded with 5,508 voters having cast their ballot. We sent out 2,187 advance-by-mail ballots to registered voters who requested one, and 1,852 have been returned so far.
For more election info, please visit our website at www.hvcoksvote.gov
Early in-person voting at the Harvey County Courthouse closed at noon. You can still cast your ballot in person at your assigned poll site on Election Day, Nov. 5.
▪️ Poll sites will be open on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can find your poll site here: hvco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=577d7647b65440d4991b0b3404af4412
▪️ You can view a sample ballot for your precinct or polling location here: www.hvcoksvote.gov/2024-election-info
▪️ You can find a list of candidates for state, local, county and township offices on the local ballot here: www.hvcoksvote.gov/2024-candidate-information
If you have requested an advance-by-mail ballot, you can return the completed ballot one of several ways:
🗳 Mailed back to the Harvey County Clerk's Office
🗳 Bring the ballot into the Clerk's Office at the Courthouse
🗳 Place the ballot inside one of two ballot drop boxes in Harvey County: the south side of the Courthouse, or at Newton Fire/EMS Station 3
🗳 Return the ballot to a poll site on Election Day.
You can find more election information on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/Early in-person voting at the Harvey County Courthouse closed at noon. You can still cast your ballot in person at your assigned poll site on Election Day, Nov. 5.
▪️ Poll sites will be open on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. You can find your poll site here: hvco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=577d7647b65440d4991b0b3404af4412
▪️ You can view a sample ballot for your precinct or polling location here: www.hvcoksvote.gov/2024-election-info
▪️ You can find a list of candidates for state, local, county and township offices on the local ballot here: www.hvcoksvote.gov/2024-candidate-information
If you have requested an advance-by-mail ballot, you can return the completed ballot one of several ways:
🗳 Mailed back to the Harvey County Clerk's Office
🗳 Bring the ballot into the Clerk's Office at the Courthouse
🗳 Place the ballot inside one of two ballot drop boxes in Harvey County: the south side of the Courthouse, or at Newton Fire/EMS Station 3
🗳 Return the ballot to a poll site on Election Day.
You can find more election information on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/
Food & Farm Council will meet today, November 4, at 4:00PM.
We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street.
Pictured is our "Holiday Card" for the Military Park display by the Newton Recreation Commission.
#KSLocalHealth
#kfanFood & Farm Council will meet today, November 4, at 4:00PM.
We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street.
Pictured is our "Holiday Card" for the Military Park display by the Newton Recreation Commission.
#KSLocalHealth
#kfan
Via CDC Tobacco Free: Don't let nicotine addiction gobble you up this Thanksgiving.
During the season of gratitude, consider that quitting smoking can be a powerful way to show appreciation for your body and your future.
Ready to quit using tobacco? The Kansas Tobacco Quitline is here to help. For free, confidential support call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit KSquit.org. #kdhecdrrVia CDC Tobacco Free: Don't let nicotine addiction gobble you up this Thanksgiving.
During the season of gratitude, consider that quitting smoking can be a powerful way to show appreciation for your body and your future.
Ready to quit using tobacco? The Kansas Tobacco Quitline is here to help. For free, confidential support call 1-800-QUIT-NOW or visit KSquit.org. #KDHECDRR
Food & Farm Council will meet tomorrow, November 4, at 4:00PM.
We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street.
Pictured is our "Holiday Card" for the Military Park display by the Newton Recreation Commission.
#KSLocalHealth
#kfanFood & Farm Council will meet tomorrow, November 4, at 4:00PM.
We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street.
Pictured is our "Holiday Card" for the Military Park display by the Newton Recreation Commission.
#KSLocalHealth
#kfan
Harvey County Food & Farm Council will meet tomorrow, November 4, at 4:00PM.
Visit a meeting to hear all the ideas to get local healthy food into your hands! We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street, Newton.Harvey County Food & Farm Council will meet tomorrow, November 4, at 4:00PM.
Visit a meeting to hear all the ideas to get local healthy food into your hands! We meet in the 2nd floor Community Room of 215 S. Pine Street, Newton.
We're starting to see some localized flooding due to the rain. Some commonly flood-prone roads may be impassable or down to one lane. Please drive carefully, have your headlights and wipers on, and use common sense - if it looks like you may not be able to pass through, please consider finding an alternate route.
County schedules tax foreclosure sale for Dec. 12
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County approves new comprehensive plan
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SBA announces disaster loans for May 19 storm damage
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County selects Jantz as next counselor
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Harvey County has named Brad Jantz as its next county...
Voting information for the 2024 general election
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Election Day for the 2024 general election is Nov. 5.Along...
Commission approves 2025 budget, keeps mills flat
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The Harvey County Commission voted unanimously at its Sept. 10...
Canvassers certify 2024 Harvey County primary election results
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Recommended budget for 2025 emphasizes public safety, infrastructure
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The Harvey County Commission has proposed a 2025 recommended budget...
Voting information for the 2024 primary election
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Welcome to Harvey County
Nearly 35,000 residents call Harvey County home. The county landscape pairs picturesque country living with vibrant downtown shopping centers. Harvey County serves the cities of Burrton, Halstead, Hesston, Newton, North Newton, Sedgwick, and Walton, as well as 15 townships.
Harvey County is home to a bustling airport and train service, innovative economic leaders, sprawling parks, and welcoming school districts. Food and entertainment opportunities abound, with even more amenities within a short driving distance to our friendly neighboring counties.
Events Schedule
Nov 11 Veterans Day (county facilities closed) @ 12:00 AM |
Nov 12 General Election Canvass @ 8:30 AM |
Nov 12 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 12 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting @ 6:30 PM |
Nov 18 Parks Advisory Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
Nov 19 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 26 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 28 |
Nov 29 |
Dec 3 (Canceled) County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 3 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting @ 6:30 PM |
Dec 9 |
Dec 10 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 12 Tax Foreclosure Sale @ 10:00 AM |
Dec 17 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 24 (Canceled) County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 24 |
Dec 25 Christmas (county facilities closed) @ 12:00 AM |
Dec 31 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Jan 7 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
