SDRP signup is underway
The USDA is taking applications for the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP).
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Weather anatomy of Texas flood
A tremendous flood in South Central Texas in early July resulted in hundreds of fatalities. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey says it was not one factor but a combination of several behind the sudden rain deluge and flash flooding.
City commission discusses 2026 budget
The City of Hiawatha commission discussed the direction of the 2026 budget during Monday evening’s meeting. Commissioner Brian Shefferd attended the meeting via Zoom call.
Brown County commission approves 2026 district court budget
The Brown County commission approved the 2026 district court budget during Monday morning’s meeting.
2025 KAB award winners announced
The Kansas Association of Broadcasters has announced the 2025 KAB Award Winners for Excellence in Radio Broadcasting for the past year.
Sabetha man arrested, charged for electronic solicitation
A Sabetha man was charged with the electronic solicitation of a child on Friday, July 25.
NEK Multi-County Health Departments, Inc Announces New Executive Director
Hiawatha, KS — July 25, 2025 — The NEK Multi-County Health Departments is pleased to announce the appointment of Deanna Lamb as its new Executive Director, effective August 1. Lamb brings a wealth of experience in healthcare leadership, community engagement, and strategic planning, and will lead the department in its mission to promote and protect the health of residents across Atchison, Brown and Jackson counties.
New scam targets family
I have had several complaints from citizens about an alarming scam involving potential harm to family members circulating our area.
Town hall meeting hosted by Amberwell brings community together
Amberwell Hiawatha hosted a community town hall meeting on Tuesday, July 22 at The Alley that featured lunch and some community output about concerns and suggestions about health care in Brown County for this year’s Brown County Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA)