- USD 232 2008-2009 budget raises levy 2.5 mills
- July 23, 2008
- The De Soto Board of Education Monday approved 4-1 to publish the 2008-09 proposed budget that includes about $16 million more in expenditures than last year’s budget. Board member Bill Fletcher dissented; board members Randy Johnson and Jim Thomas were absent from the meeting. The board will have a budget hearing at its next meeting at 6 p.m. Aug. 4.
- Officer, sheriff battle for GOP votes
- July 23, 2008
- Ken Smith said he feels a tinge of pity for his opponent for the Republican nomination for Johnson County Sheriff.
- County pushes for sales tax ‘yes’ vote
- July 22, 2008
- The Johnson County government says it is absolutely necessary to fund improvements to the county’s public safety system and services. How it will be funded will be decided at the ballot box.
- De Soto FlexRide numbers surging with gas prices
- July 21, 2008
- Johnson County Transit planning manager Cody Christensen said the two-day-a-week local system had 161 riders had in June, nearly double the 88 recorded in the same month a year earlier
- McCain stresses energy policy in Kansas City visit
- July 18, 2008
- Republican presidential candidate Sen. John McCain stressed a gasoline tax holiday, his support for the military surge in Iraq and veterans health care during a town hall discussion today at Union Station.
- The Eephus pitch
- July 17, 2008
- I was prepared to write this column about how MLB needs to do away with the rule that gives the winning league of the all-star game homefield advantage in the World Series.
- Two sessions of free tennis lessons to be offered
- July 17, 2008
- Kevin Kowalik will conduct two sessions of free junior tennis lessons in late July and early August. The sessions will run Monday through Thursday, July 28 through July 31 and Aug. 4 through Aug. 7.
- High school football camp approaching
- July 17, 2008
- All high schoolers planning on playing football during the 2008 season are expected to attend the De Soto Wildcat Football Camp July 28 to August 1. The basic fundamentals of the football program will be taught, and the coaching staff will install the entire offensive, defensive and special teams packages. The camp will focus on preparation for the season.
- Middle school football camp coming soon
- July 17, 2008
- The Lexington Trails Middle School 2008 Football Camp will be held from July 28 to July 31. Anyone planning to play during the 2008 season is expected to attend. The camp is open to all football players entering the seventh or eighth grade in August. The basic fundamentals of football, teamwork and fun will be the focus.
- Horsethief 5K draws more runners, slower field in 2008
- July 17, 2008
- Two 71-year-olds, an 8-year-old and 112 people of varying ages in between all gathered in one spot Saturday, and it wasn’t at a city pool or country club.
- Wildcats end summer league with most wins, but final standings remain unclear
- July 17, 2008
- Seldom in sports is a league — to use an oxymoron — inconclusively concluded. Such is the case with the Johnson County summer 3and2 league in which the De Soto Wildcats played.
- All the nation is a stage
- Stanley hits penalty shot in semis, helps Kansas advance to national tourney
- July 17, 2008
- What may be De Soto’s best will go on to face the nation’s best.
- Brush pile open
- July 17, 2008
- The De Soto city brush pile at 35415 W. 79th St. will be open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Its use is restricted to city residents and only brush (not grass clippings) will be accepted.
- JCCC enrollment
- July 17, 2008
- Johnson County Community College is now accepting enrollment for the fall 2008 semester. Credit classes begin Aug. 14. Enroll online at www.jccc.edu or call 913-469-3803 for assistance.
- Call for artist
- July 17, 2008
- The De Soto Art Council’s second annual art show is set for Sept. 25 through 27 at Kill Creek Farm. Entry forms are available by contacting Raheema Sampson at (913) 583-3222 or Carrie Dvorak. Forms can also be sent via e-mail.
- County park workshop
- July 17, 2008
- As part of the master planning processes for Sunflower Nature Park and the Future Rieke Lake Park Site, the public is invited to participate in a second planning workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 11 at the De Soto Senior Center.
- Bilingual services
- July 17, 2008
- Faith Builders Church is now offering a bilingual church service at 9 a.m. Sundays at the church, 8390 Peoria St.
- Roller warriors cherish friendships
- July 17, 2008
- When Speed Razor started skating for the Kansas City Roller Warriors four years ago, the local roller derby league was in its infancy.
- Sheriff’s contract remains good deal for De Soto
- July 17, 2008
- The proposed 2009 city budget again illustrates how good a deal the Johnson County Sheriff’s Office provides the city of De Soto.
- Friends lost and newfound
- Dad’s soft heart makes him hero at home
- July 17, 2008
- You could guarantee you’d see Sandy about once a month at our door for more prescription diet for “Willie the Wildcat.’’
Older Newer
Advertisement
Top ads RSS
- DENTAL ASSISTANT Our relationship based practice is looking for a ...
- FOOD SPECIALIST La Petite Academy is seeking a Food Specialist ...
- Administrative Associate Senior University of Kansas The College of Liberal ...
- Temporary Help Needed First Management needs Maintenance Helpers and Leasing ...
- We Provide Freedom DRIVERS Paid Training MVT is now hiring ...