Harvey County News
This past April, people across the nation helped safely dispose of 937,443 pounds of unwanted prescription medications. That's 468 tons! And right here in Harvey County, we were a small part of that success.
Our semiannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday. We'll be here at the Sheriff's Office, 120 E. Seventh St. in Newton, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Stop by, bring in any old prescription drugs and we'll get them disposed of safely, the right way. We just can't take liquids or needles.
That's all there is to it. It's free, we don't ask questions, nothin'. Come by, say 'hi' and help do your part to keep prescriptions from being stolen or misused.
Early voting has begun in Harvey County! If you want to check voting off your to-do list, come by the Harvey County Courthouse, 800 N. Main St. in Newton.
Early voting is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Nov. 1. On Saturday, Nov. 2, we'll be here for you to vote from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Early voting wraps up Monday, Nov. 4 at noon, with Election Day following on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
Whether you vote early or on Election Day is up to you, but please get out and vote!
How cool is this?
Local farmers are feeding St. John students
hutchnews.com
ST. JOHN-HUDSON — There’s no “beef” about the quality of meat being served these days to St. John-Hudson USD 350 students
Have you thought about what may happen with your pet during an emergency?
Here's some info from CDC to help.
www.cdc.gov/healthypets/emergencies/index.html?deliveryName=USCDC_964-DM11233
October 26 at the Sheriff’s office in Newton
Kansas Prevention Collaborative
Vaping devices and cartridges will be accepted at the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 26th. #KsPreventionSaturday, Oct 26- 10AM - 2PM - Sheriff's Office, Newton
Dispose of your unused over the counter and prescribed drugs.
No sharps.DEA Take Back Day public service announcement reminding communities about the upcoming prescription drug take back day on October 26, 2019. For more informat...
So how are you doing at 5 a day?Tell us how you're doing on your 5-A-Day Challenge. Here are a few tips from us. What tips are working for you?
Think your workplace is lead free? See if you can spot the lead by clicking or tapping on the image for the answer! #NLPPW2019
Then, go visit bit.ly/2Kap8np to be more #LeadAware!
Congratulations and thank you, Sec. Norman.It is my pleasure to congratulate Secretary Lee Norman of the Kansas Department of Health and Environment on his promotion from Lieutenant Colonel to Colonel, which was recently approved by the U.S. Senate. Congratulations, Colonel Norman, on this outstanding achievement.
We're on the road for our Community Flu Clinics.
Check the list at the link below for a site near you, then just walk on in, bring your insurance card, and get a flu vaccination.
www.harveycounty.com/departments/health-department/programs/flu-and-pneumonia-vaccinations.html
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccinations
harveycounty.com
We're on the road for our Community Flu Clinics.
Check the list at the link below for a site near you, then just walk on in, bring your insurance card, and get a flu vaccination.
www.harveycounty.com/departments/health-department/programs/flu-and-pneumonia-vaccinations.html
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccinations
harveycounty.com
Forgot to mention boss's day was Wednesday, and day shift celebrated by serving up a couple of excellent soups for lunch. And yes, we saved some for the other shifts. Thanks Shirley and Monica for a tasty meal! And all of you make life as a boss easy! Thanks!!!
Go try it if you haven't!Adult Pickle-ball starts Sunday, October 20th from 7 – 9 pm at Halstead Middle School, 221 West Sixth Street. It is open for all skill levels and there is no cost. If you do not have a paddle there will be some available for your use. Games are played as pickup games and vary in length depending on number of players present. Please call 835-2517 with any questions!
The Salvation Army Harvey County
We are still taking Christmas Applications here in the office all this month. Applications will be accepted from October 1-31st.Call us with questions...316-283-1637 or 800-414-4244The City of Halstead will be hosting a flu clinic that is open to the public! Friday, October 18th from 10am -11am. Shots will be administered by the Harvey County Health Department.
Good read. Thanks, Prairie View, for the insights.A new paper published in the October edition of the Health Affairs Journal finds that the perception of people with mental disorders as dangerous, as well as support for stripping those individuals' civil rights, has increased over a 22-year period.
What troubles researcher and Indiana University Distinguished Professor of Sociology Bernice Pescosolido is "there is little evidence that supports the notion that individuals with mental illness are more likely to commit violence. In fact, she said those with mental illnesses are more likely to be victims of violence than to be perpetrators of it": bit.ly/35L9hmz.
Prairie View advocates for all individuals and families affected by mental illness - and we will continue to do so, to tear down barriers and eliminate the stigma so often associated with mental health.
You can help, too. Start conversations, invite Prairie View staff to speak to civil groups, church groups or schools, and advocate for the 1 in 5 individuals with mental illness.
We are stronger together - and together we can transform lives.
#mentalillness #mentalillnessawareness #massviolence #advocacy #strongertogether #PrairieView #transforminglives
There's a few Harvey County events in the coming weeks you may want to add to your calendar. Here's a heads up:
🗳 Oct. 22: Early voting begins
🔹 Oct. 22: No county commission meeting (canceled)
🎃 Oct. 25-26: Haunted Forest (West Park, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.)
💊 Oct. 26: Prescription Drug Take Back Day event (Sheriff's Office, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
🔸 Oct. 29: County commission meeting (9 a.m.)
🔹 Oct. 29: Joint Taxing Entity meeting (Meridian Center, 7 p.m.)
🗳 Nov. 5: Election Day
🔸 Nov. 5: County commission meeting (9 a.m.)
🇺🇸 Nov. 11: County facilities closed for Veterans Day
👨⚕️👩⚕️ Our Health Department also has several flu clinics coming up around the county, so if you need a flu shot, be on the lookout for a clinic in your area.
Woohoo!Adult Pickle-ball starts Sunday, October 20th from 7 – 9 pm at Halstead Middle School, 221 West Sixth Street. It is open for all skill levels and there is no cost. If you do not have a paddle there will be some available for your use. Games are played as pickup games and vary in length depending on number of players present. Please call 835-2517 with any questions!
Improvements for River Park, Halstead roads begin Aug. 27
2019/08/23
Harvey County will begin a hot-mix asphalt program Aug. 27...
Commission adopts 2020 budget
2019/08/13
Harvey County's 2020 fiscal year budget was adopted Aug. 13...
Road work will limit travel on South West Road in August
2019/08/1
A road improvement project will limit a short stretch of...
County's 2020 recommended budget presents slight decrease
2019/07/23
The recommended budget presented by the Harvey County Commission for the...
Firework regulations for cities in Harvey County for 2019
2019/06/25
Cities in Harvey County set their own schedules and conditions...
Commission approves moving its meetings from Mondays to Tuesdays
2019/06/10
The Harvey County Commission approved a resolution at its June...
Commission sets schedule for 2020 budget hearings
2019/05/26
The Harvey County Commission will hold its 2020 budget hearings...
May flooding prompts new disaster declaration from Westfall
2019/05/22
Harvey County Commission Chair Chip Westfall signed a local emergency...
Westfall signs disaster proclamation for May flooding
2019/05/8
Harvey County Commission Chair Chip Westfall signed a local emergency...
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 24 Flu Clinic- Midtown Towers @ 2:00 PM |
Oct 25 Haunted Forest @ 7:00 PM |
Oct 26 Haunted Forest @ 7:00 PM |
Oct 29 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Oct 30 Flu Clinic- Bethel College @ 10:00 AM |
Nov 5 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 11 Veterans Day - County Facilities Closed @ 12:00 AM |
Nov 12 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 19 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 26 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Nov 28 Thanksgiving - County Facilities Closed @ 12:00 AM |
Nov 29 |
Dec 3 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 10 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 17 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Dec 25 Christmas - County Facilities Closed @ 12:00 AM |
