Harvey County News
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Are you a registered nurse looking for a change? We're needing a registered nurse to serve as our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Coordinator. Enjoy meeting families, assisting in their nutrition walks, and work with a team of dedicated health professionals. The position is 32 hours per week.
Go to ksgovjobs.com/Vacancies/VacancyDetail/1351 to apply.
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POSITION SUMMARY This permanent, part-time position (32 hours/week) is responsible for work involving direct nursing services for clients in open and satellite clinics, including coordinating the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this p...WE'RE HIRING a registered nurse to serve as our Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Coordinator. Enjoy meeting families, assisting in their nutrition walks, and work with a team of dedicated health professionals. The position is 32 hours per week.
Go to ksgovjobs.com/Vacancies/VacancyDetail/1351 to apply.
Kansas Government Jobs - KSGovJobs.com
Kansas Government Jobs - KSGovJobs.com
POSITION SUMMARY This permanent, part-time position (32 hours/week) is responsible for work involving direct nursing services for clients in open and satellite clinics, including coordinating the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The following duties are normal for this p...Our office has begun sending out advance-by-mail ballots to registered voters who have requested one for the general election. We mailed 1,764 ballots in the initial batch today. All of our official election mail has this logo printed on it.
You can request a mail ballot through Oct. 29.
Mail ballots can be returned several ways. The ballot can be mailed back to our office, brought to our office inside the Harvey County Courthouse, dropped off at a poll site on Election Day, or placed inside an official ballot drop box (on the south side of the Courthouse, or at Newton Fire/EMS Station 3). Please make sure to sign the ballot in the appropriate place, and place the ballot inside the accompanying envelope.
Early in-person voting begins Oct. 22, and continues through Nov. 4 at noon. Election Day is Nov. 5.
Is your business or public space "breastfeeding friendly? Do you provide a welcoming environment and supportive staff for new and expecting families?
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the lack of support for breastfeeding is one of the obstacles to its success. Breastfeeding families need a supportive environment. Breastfeeding is very important to the health of both mother and baby. Mothers who breastfeed are at a lesser risk of breast and ovarian cancer and breastfed babies are less likely to suffer from infections, allergies, childhood diabetes, and obesity.
Take the pledge today to join many other businesses in our community in supporting new and expecting families! Register by the end of October to be included in a printed Breastfeeding Friendly Spaces Guide and to receive a Thank You gift for supporting Harvey County families!Is your business or public space "breastfeeding friendly? Do you provide a welcoming environment and supportive staff for new and expecting families?
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, the lack of support for breastfeeding is one of the obstacles to its success. Breastfeeding families need a supportive environment. Breastfeeding is very important to the health of both mother and baby. Mothers who breastfeed are at a lesser risk of breast and ovarian cancer and breastfed babies are less likely to suffer from infections, allergies, childhood diabetes, and obesity.
Take the pledge today to join many other businesses in our community in supporting new and expecting families! Register by the end of October to be included in a printed Breastfeeding Friendly Spaces Guide and to receive a Thank You gift for supporting Harvey County families!
Whether it's your first time or you haven't been in a while, now is a picturesque time to visit our hiking trails!The forecast shows sunshine and highs in the 70s coming up over the next several days - a great time to check out the fall colors throughout Harvey County Parks. East Park and West Park have more than 10 combined miles of dedicated trails to navigate.
West Park offers views around the lake in a longer, more wooded trek. East Park features the Osage Nature Trail, which is great for families. And while Camp Hawk doesn't have dedicated trail routes, there's plenty of room to wander and explore.
If you're heading out for some time on the trails, here's a handy map of our three county parks. FYI, seasonal limited hunting has begun in a few specific parts of East Park - these areas are marked with signs, and a map of those areas is available here: www.harveycounty.com/images/parks/East%20Park%20hunting%20maps%202021%20all.jpg
The forecast shows sunshine and highs in the 70s coming up over the next several days - a great time to check out the fall colors throughout Harvey County Parks. East Park and West Park have more than 10 combined miles of dedicated trails to navigate.
West Park offers views around the lake in a longer, more wooded trek. East Park features the Osage Nature Trail, which is great for families. And while Camp Hawk doesn't have dedicated trail routes, there's plenty of room to wander and explore.
If you're heading out for some time on the trails, here's a handy map of our three county parks. FYI, seasonal limited hunting has begun in a few specific parts of East Park - these areas are marked with signs, and a map of those areas is available here: www.harveycounty.com/images/parks/East%20Park%20hunting%20maps%202021%20all.jpgThe forecast shows sunshine and highs in the 70s coming up over the next several days - a great time to check out the fall colors throughout Harvey County Parks. East Park and West Park have more than 10 combined miles of dedicated trails to navigate.
West Park offers views around the lake in a longer, more wooded trek. East Park features the Osage Nature Trail, which is great for families. And while Camp Hawk doesn't have dedicated trail routes, there's plenty of room to wander and explore.
If you're heading out for some time on the trails, here's a handy map of our three county parks. FYI, seasonal limited hunting has begun in a few specific parts of East Park - these areas are marked with signs, and a map of those areas is available here: www.harveycounty.com/images/parks/East%20Park%20hunting%20maps%202021%20all.jpg
**Bucky! Doe-rothy! Check out that sweet ride! Let's go get a closer look!**
Oh, deer. It's the time of year when deer activity increases, and they'll make a run for it across roadways. Our office alone recorded 140 deer vs. vehicle accidents in 2023, and 46% occurred over October, November and December. As October began this year, we'd already responded to 85 deer wrecks as we head into the busiest season.
Unfortunately, these accidents are so quick that they're often unavoidable. Staying alert and focused on the road is critical, especially at night. Using high-beam lights where appropriate to help illuminate the road can help. If you spot one deer, slow down and assume others are nearby.
Deer accidents are possible all year, but this is the peak season. Drive safe.**Bucky! Doe-rothy! Check out that sweet ride! Let's go get a closer look!**
Oh, deer. It's the time of year when deer activity increases, and they'll make a run for it across roadways. Our office alone recorded 140 deer vs. vehicle accidents in 2023, and 46% occurred over October, November and December. As October began this year, we'd already responded to 85 deer wrecks as we head into the busiest season.
Unfortunately, these accidents are so quick that they're often unavoidable. Staying alert and focused on the road is critical, especially at night. Using high-beam lights where appropriate to help illuminate the road can help. If you spot one deer, slow down and assume others are nearby.
Deer accidents are possible all year, but this is the peak season. Drive safe.
🗳 Today is the deadline to register to vote in the 2024 general election!TODAY is the last day to register to vote in the 2024 general election in Kansas. The Clerk's Office at the Harvey County Courthouse will be open until 7 p.m. today to assist anyone with registering to vote or updating their voter registration.
You can also register to vote or update your registration online through the end of the day: sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-registration.html
You can find a printable voter registration application on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/_files/ugd/4d48e8_5dd2caf1049b4d2e996c159351ffda87.pdf
For more election information, including sample ballots, a list of candidates and finding your poll site, please visit our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/
Here's some interesting history of the National School Lunch Program -being celebrated this week. Kansas Institute for Health created this report.
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School Meals: One of Public Health’s Greatest Strategies
School Meals: One of Public Health’s Greatest Strategies
This blog celebrates National School Lunch Week.TODAY is the last day to register to vote in the 2024 general election in Kansas. The Clerk's Office at the Harvey County Courthouse will be open until 7 p.m. today to assist anyone with registering to vote or updating their voter registration.
You can also register to vote or update your registration online through the end of the day: sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-registration.html
You can find a printable voter registration application on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/_files/ugd/4d48e8_5dd2caf1049b4d2e996c159351ffda87.pdf
For more election information, including sample ballots, a list of candidates and finding your poll site, please visit our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/TODAY is the last day to register to vote in the 2024 general election in Kansas. The Clerk's Office at the Harvey County Courthouse will be open until 7 p.m. today to assist anyone with registering to vote or updating their voter registration.
You can also register to vote or update your registration online through the end of the day: sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-registration.html
You can find a printable voter registration application on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/_files/ugd/4d48e8_5dd2caf1049b4d2e996c159351ffda87.pdf
For more election information, including sample ballots, a list of candidates and finding your poll site, please visit our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/
The Road and Bridge Department will be doing asphalt pavement placement Tuesday on Northwest 12th Street between North Mission Road and North Emma Creek Road. Northwest 12th will be closed to thru traffic at the work site. Residents will continue to have access to their properties. The project is anticipated to be completed by the end of the day Tuesday.
Election 2024 Candidate Filing:
Becky Fields filed an affidavit of write-in candidacy for the office of Harvey County Treasurer.
Happy Monday! We are looking forward to a presentation on Tuesday evening from Amy Dirks, as she covers the 9 million and 4 things there are to know about landlord/tenant rights!
We know she won't be able to answer all of your questions, but please shout out what you want to know. We are grateful for her time and support in joining us.
Did you know quitting tobacco or nicotine can actually improve your mental health? It's never too late to make a positive change. 💪
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World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day
As the 2024 general election nears, you may find it helpful to view a sample ballot. You can find sample ballots by precinct on our website: www.hvcoksvote.gov/2024-election-info
Not sure of your precinct? You can learn your polling location here: hvco.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=577d7647b65440d4991b0b3404af4412
Not yet registered to vote? The deadline for this election is Oct. 15! You can register at sos.ks.gov/elections/voter-registration.html
Looking for ways to live with more purpose? Need a new perspective? Join this two session course on Mindfulness. FREE!
Register only if you can attend BOTH sessions. October 29 and November 12, 11AM-1PM at the Newton Public Library.
Register by calling 316-283-1637 x2
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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
Oct 22 |
Oct 22 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Oct 26 Drug Take Back Day @ 10:00 AM |
Oct 29 |
Oct 29 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 4 Early In-Person Voting Ends @ 12:00 PM |
Nov 5 Election Day for General Election @ 7:00 AM |
Nov 5 (Canceled) County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
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 15 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 18 Parks Advisory Board Meeting @ 7:00 PM |
Nov 19 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 22 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 26 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 29 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 3 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 3 Planning and Zoning Board Meeting @ 6:30 PM |
