Harvey County News
The Road and Bridge Department will begin bridge repair work Monday on Southwest 24th Street between South Hoover and West roads. That's just southwest of Newton.
Southwest 24th will be closed to through traffic at the bridge repair site during the project. Residents will continue to have access to their properties.
The road is anticipated to reopen March 31, contingent on weather during the duration of the project.The Road and Bridge Department will begin bridge repair work Monday on Southwest 24th Street between South Hoover and West roads. That's just southwest of Newton.
Southwest 24th will be closed to through traffic at the bridge repair site during the project. Residents will continue to have access to their properties.
The road is anticipated to reopen March 31, contingent on weather during the duration of the project.
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K-9 Max will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K-9 Max's vest will be embroidered with the sentiment 'Gifted by Hasday.' Delivery is expected within eight-to-ten weeks.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K-9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted and National Institute of Justice certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided more than 5,008 vests to K-9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by both private and corporate donations.
The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K-9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K-9s throughout the U.S.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $985 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1,800, weighs an average of 4-5 pounds and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to PO Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.K-9 Max will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K-9 Max's vest will be embroidered with the sentiment 'Gifted by Hasday.' Delivery is expected within eight-to-ten weeks.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc., established in 2009, is a 501(c)(3) charity whose mission is to provide bullet and stab protective vests and other assistance to dogs of law enforcement and related agencies throughout the United States. This potentially lifesaving body armor for four-legged K-9 officers is U.S. made, custom fitted and National Institute of Justice certified. Since its inception, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. has provided more than 5,008 vests to K-9s in all 50 states at a value of $6.9 million, made possible by both private and corporate donations.
The program is open to U.S. dogs that are at least 20 months old and actively employed and certified with law enforcement or related agencies. K-9s with expired vests are also eligible to participate. There are an estimated 30,000 law enforcement K-9s throughout the U.S.
Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. accepts tax deductible contributions in any amount, while a single donation of $985 will sponsor one vest. Each vest has a value of $1,800, weighs an average of 4-5 pounds and comes with a five-year warranty. For more information, or to learn about volunteer opportunities, please call 508-824-6978. Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. provides information, lists events and accepts donations at www.vik9s.org, or you may mail your contribution to PO Box 9, East Taunton, MA 02718.
K-State Research and Extension's annual Home and Garden Show is coming up this weekend in Hesston. Lots of presentations, exhibits and tips for local gardeners to look through!Plan your trip to the Harvey County Home and Garden Show with help from the speaker schedule. There is a topic made just for you! Find all of our Show information at: harvey.k-state.edu.
🧐 That hat looks familiar ... and that hoodie ... and that guy!
That's our newest park ranger, Ted! (To avoid any confusion, he's the one observing in the first pic, not the one lying down)
A lot of our park rangers stay busy being actively involved in their communities. We also appreciate all of our emergency response agencies that help us in our parks. Great work, everyone!Photos from Halstead Fire/EMS's post
This week is National Poison Prevention Week. This annual event is to help raise awareness about unintentional poisonings, the leading cause of injury deaths in the U.S. So join us and #NPPW2023 to promote education, get tips and help prevent accidental poisonings. @NPPW_USAPhotos from Harvey County Emergency Management's post
Road and Bridge has been fixing "ka-thumpers" on South Halstead Road.
We're getting this road ready for an overlay later this year. But first, we're addressing some pavement cracking - what may make your vehicle "ka-thump" when you drive over them. Here's a look at what it looks like when we drag the rubber sealant - called mastic - across and into the cracks.
You'll likely see our crew spreading sealant on the road into April. We appreciate everyone's help making sure they can do their work safely!
Road and Bridge Crack Sealing
Road and Bridge Crack Sealing
Seasonal Camping, Boating, and Horse Trail permits are now available for purchase but are not valid until April 1. Daily rates will apply until then.
Seasonal Permits can only be purchased by e-mailing the Harvey County Parks department at [email protected], by calling the Harvey County Parks department at (316)283-5420, or by stopping by the Harvey County Parks Department office at East Park (1080 Campers Row, Newton, KS. 67114). Office hours are noon to 4pm, Monday through Friday. Seasonal Permits will also be available to purchase through our Bait Shops at East Park and West Park once they have opened for the season (Late April). Seasonal Passes are no longer available through the self-pay drop boxes or from Park Rangers.
Seasonal Camping permits are $125 for Harvey County residents and $200 for non-Harvey County residents. Seasonal Camping permits are only valid on electrical camping pads. Daily electric, with a season camping pass is now $10 per day for 30 amp camping pads and $12 a day for 50 amp camping pads. Daily electric camping pad rates without a Seasonal Camping permit is $20 for 30 amp and $22 for 50 amp.
Seasonal Horse Trail permits are still $40 (up to 4 horses in the same trailer) regardless of residency.
Seasonal Boat/PWC permits are now $55 per vessel for Harvey County residents and $75 per vessel for non-Harvey County residents.
We really look forward to seeing everyone this camping season!
💐 With beautiful sunny skies out today and winds gusting up to 40 mph, it may not feel exactly like the first day of Spring. However, as of 4:24pm this afternoon, Harvey County will officially begin “SPRING”! The vernal equinox happens in the Northern Hemisphere as the entire world experiences an equal amount of daylight and darkness. 🌷
For us, we could see some spotty showers around later this evening, but that does not rule out any fire concerns over the week as we are still in windy and dry conditions. Don’t fear though, our temperature is expected to be in the upper 70’s by Wednesday with more beautiful sunny skies hovering over our county. 🌞☀️Photos from Harvey County Emergency Management's post
First day of spring! We're predicting sunny, calm breezes and 75 from here on out*.
*We're not meteorologists, but we'll try to wish it into existence.
We're getting close to the seasonal camping season. Season passes are valid beginning April 1. That will be followed shortly by our bait shops opening later in April, as well as our first fish stocking. And don't forget our Easter Egg Hunt on April 2 at Camp Hawk!First day of spring! We're predicting sunny, calm breezes and 75 from here on out*.
*We're not meteorologists, but we'll try to wish it into existence.
We're getting close to the seasonal camping season. Season passes are valid beginning April 1. That will be followed shortly by our bait shops opening later in April, as well as our first fish stocking. And don't forget our Easter Egg Hunt on April 2 at Camp Hawk!
Looking for resources to help you and your loved ones stay safe in an emergency. Red Cross has built a FREE emergency app to help do just that. It is simple to use and lets you customize 40 different weather alerts with fast notifications. The app comes in either English or Spanish and full weather alerts in both languages too ! The emergency app is compatible with Apple Watch and Android wearable devices so you can stay connected anywhere. Check it out at:
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Download all the latest free weather and safety mobile apps from the American Red Cross: First Aid, Hurricane and Shelter Finder.With St. Patrick's Day here, just want to give a reminder of the dangers of mixing alcohol with energy drinks.
www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/caffeine-and-alcohol.htmWith St. Patrick's Day here, just want to give a reminder of the dangers of mixing alcohol with energy drinks.
www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/caffeine-and-alcohol.htm
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Thank You Newton High School National Honors Society for dedicating time to help us protect our kids from secondhand smoke in Newton.
Contact us if you would like to help.
And just like that the winds have changed over Harvey County, a strong north wind to be exact, which is causing sharply colder temperatures behind a cold front. Friday morning will be very cold for this time of year. Some areas in the state may dip into the upper teens. Winds will be brisk so wind chills may also be an issue.Photos from Harvey County Emergency Management's post
Attention Southeast Kansas: Learn how to get local foods into your schools by building relationships between farmers and schools. This training will take place Tuesday, March 28th, in Moran, Kansas. For more information, please email jackie @ kansasruralcenter.org
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.Greetings everyone. I am letting you know that the Harvey County Farmers Market will open on Saturday, May 13. That will be a week after the car show on the 6th. If you are interested in being a vendor and being a part of this tradition, please let me know or let the Harvey County Research and Extension office know here in Newton. You can PM me or contact the office to let us know if you would like to be a vendor. There is an application process which is simple and easy to fill out. You can then turn in the application to the office or turn it in to me during opening day. We look forward to meeting you and becoming a part of the Harvey County Farmers Market family. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. I may not be able to answer right away but I will answer them as soon as possible. Thank you and have a wonderful day.
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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
Mar 28 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Apr 2 Parks Easter Egg Hunt @ 2:00 PM |
Apr 3 Food and Farm Council meeting @ 4:00 PM |
Apr 4 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Apr 5 Healthy Harvey Coalition meeting @ 12:00 PM |
Apr 11 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Apr 18 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
Apr 25 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 1 Food and Farm Council meeting @ 4:00 PM |
May 2 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 9 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 16 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 23 County Commission Meeting @ 9:00 AM |
May 29 Memorial Day (county facilities closed) @ 12:00 AM |
